Turning Stories Into Beer: The Folk Tale Inspired World of Brid's Cross
With founder Sean O'Reilly
In this episode, we chat with Sean O’Reilly, founder of Brid’s Cross Brewery, a Rochdale based brewery where folklore and fermentation go hand in hand. Sean shares the journey of how Brid’s Cross was born from a blend of personal passion, family encouragement, and a love for storytelling.
Episode Highlights
- How Sean turned homebrewing into a full-time brewery
- Why storytelling is at the heart of Brid’s Cross
- The challenges of starting an independent brewery today
- The importance of Communities
Sean says:
“So local community is definitely important, but personal connection with, you know, with customers, you know, pub customers and actual drinkers is really important to me as well.”
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Why This Episode Matters
This episode matters to consumers because it shows how passion, creativity, and community come together in independent brewing. Sean O’Reilly, founder of Brid’s Cross Brewery, shares how personal passion and storytelling inspired the creation of his Rochdale-based brewery, turning homebrewing into a full-time venture. Listeners gain insight into the challenges of starting an indie brewery today, the choices behind cask vs keg, experimenting with British hops and yeast, and what it takes to get independent beer into pubs. This conversation highlights that supporting indie breweries isn’t just about enjoying great beer—it’s about backing creativity, local identity, and the stories that make each brew unique
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