Dec 30, 2025
Earlier this year, wine industry veteran Jason McConnell
acquired
38-year-old Anderson Valley Brewing Company [AVBC] (Boonville, CA).
Now he is focused on maintaining AVBC’s cherished traditions, such
as its annual fest and its celebrated disc golf course, while
adding his own flair.
McConnell chatted with Brewbound editor Justin Kendall during the
California Craft Beer Summit in November about AVBC’s beer park and
several new Japanese-inspired offerings, as well as his
observations as a newcomer to craft beer.
“The beer world is a lot more laid back and a lot
more fun to promote than the wine world,” McConnell said. “It’s
different, and it’s awesome.”
Before the interview, senior reporter Zoe Licata and managing
editor Jessica Infante discuss Brewbound’s most-read news stories
of 2025, as well as recent headlines, including Stateside’s new
Super Lyte and data about consumers’ plans for New Year’s Eve and
Dry January.