In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Andy Rhine, President of Cascade Lakes Brewing and Co Founder of Oregon Beverage Collective. Raised in Bend, Andy shares his path from studying chemical engineering and homebrewing to helping lead one of Central Oregon’s longstanding craft breweries. He also discusses the creation of Oregon Beverage Collective, a partnership that brings together several independent Central Oregon beverage brands while preserving the identity of each brewery.

The conversation explores the changing craft beer landscape, the lasting effects of Covid on consumer habits, and the importance of gathering places that bring people together. Andy explains how collaboration, innovation, and community support are helping local breweries adapt while continuing to play an important role in Central Oregon’s culture and economy.

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