Hungry Pecker Brewing

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Our Story

The Beginning

Co- Founders and brothers Brandon and Shawn Smith’s love for craft beer began in the early 2000’s as patrons enjoying pints from the former Elk Grove Brewery in old town. A few years and several pints later, as seasoned beer connoisseurs and natural do-it-yourselfers, the two brothers decided to take matters into their own hands. They purchased a home brew starter kit. After a couple of successful batches (and rave reviews from family and friends) the brothers were hooked. Brandon used his skills acquired through years of carpentry and a few science classes to upgrade the brewing system and produce excellent batches. Meanwhile, Shawn pondered various names for their new beer.

The Name

Brandon and Shawn were avid backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts. One Summer day in 2008 the brothers were planning their next adventure and discussing routes for their trip. After examining a topography map Brandon informed Shawn that “On day 2 of our hike we will pack into Hungry Packer Lake.” All the while the brothers had yet to name their delicious fermented beverage. With that in mind Shawn looked up from the map and at his brother and asked “Did you just say Hungry Pe**er Lake?” The brothers began to chuckle at one another. The smiling brothers soon turned straight faced and big eyed towards one another. They realized that together they had just accidentally muttered the perfect name for their new beer, Hungry Pe**er.

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