Interview with Brian Jackson, general manager
Q: How did you get involved in this business?
A: Love of people and love of craft beer.
Q: What distinguishes you from other businesses in your category?
A: Not only are our beers smooth and tasteful, but we are the one and only tasting room for Grand Lake Brewing Company. Different from other tasting rooms, we also offer a delicious, revolving menu of pizza, salad and bruschettas. Everything is made from scratch and never frozen.
Q: What do you like best about your line of work?
A: The people and camaraderie that come with the craft beer world. And the people who love to enjoy the craft beer, as well.
Q: What is your business’ biggest challenge?
A: Getting our name out there and informing people that we’ve come closer to them — they no longer need to travel to Grand Lake to enjoy our cold brews.
Q: Something people might be surprised to learn about you or your business:
A: We’ve been brewing our brand of craft brews since 2002, and we’re available in many liquor stores around the state.
Profile
Business: Grand Lake Brewing Tavern
Address: 5610 Yukon St., Arvada
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Founded: 2002
Contact: 720-723-2179,
Employees: 10
