Brewmaster - Handcrafted Ales, Lagers and Stouts at Denver ChopHouse & Brewery in Denver, CO
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Bryon Tonnis - Our Brewmaster
 
Name:  
Bryon Tonnis
Hometown:  
 
Personal Background:  
Went to college in Duluth, MN with an interest in geology. After 4 years of school I discovered brewing while bartending at Twin Ports Brewing Company. I brewed there for about 4 years and went back to school for brewing.I received my breweing degree from the World Brewing Academy at the Siebel Institute of technology. Went to work at Rock Bottom Portland as the assistant brewer for 7 months and now I am here!
How I Got Started Crafting Beer:  
I started home brewing while bartending at Twin Ports Brewing Company then went through 6 months brewing apprenticeship.
Brewing Philosophy:  
Keep it consistent and good.
Favorite Brew:  
Itasca Pale Ale
Favorite Quote:  
Any quote followed by a drink of beer! Mmmmmmmmmmm!
Awards:  
2008. Rock Bottom, Inc. Large Brewpub and Large Brewpub Brewer of the Year. Great American Beer Featival.