China has a young, exciting and growing craft brewing scene, and Michael is revered as one of its dynamic leaders. I met Michael at Liquid Laundry, one of the three breweries he oversees in Shanghai. He has a remarkable and diverse career in brewing, covering three continents. He was welcoming and generous, sharing his story and several beers, as well as some much needed advice towards exploring Shanghai.
Episode 18 - The Details
The Drinks: Sleepless in Saison, Liquid Laundry Brewery,Shangai; Dragon’s Milk, New Holland Brewing, Beer Barrel Bourbon, New Holland Artisan Spirits
The Music: “Wealthy Street” © and courtesy of Drew Nelson, “Everywhere is Calling” © and courtesy of Cavepeople
Michael Jordan
Michael's professional experience in brewing is very diverse, operating breweries with brewhouses ranging in size from 10 to 250 bbls. Michael began professional brewing in 1995, his last year of college and still enjoys the balance of art and science. His overall goal is to make great beer and have an enjoyable time doing so. He has worked in the Pacific Northwest of USA for several different breweries. In 2008 he moved to Denmark to work for Bryggeriet S.C. Fuglsang and now lives and works in Shanghai, China as brewmaster for Boxing Cat Brewery.
Shawna Hood
Shawna is the General Manager of New Holland Brewing's Pub on 8th. She hails from Ionia, MI and graduated from Michigan State University in Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management. She's been in the restaurant business for almost 30 years. Shawna loves raising her nine-year old daughter, Zimber, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Her favorite beer is Night Tripper Imperial Stout.
