James McKinney

Cidermaker and winemaker

My current passion or focus:

Research and development

Past lives:

Home Delivery Specialist, Kung Fu instructor

Hobbies:

Kung Fu, beekeeping, gardening, chicken tending.

Why I brew/distill:

Challenge, fun, free booze. It’s a great industry that holds up during good times and bad

Why I teach at BDC:

Sharing the knowledge and love of the craft with fun and like-minded individuals.

Favorite brewing/distilled related topic:

Blending techniques, flavor extraction and carbonation.

Degrees/Certifications:

Level 1 Cider certification from USACM

Awards/Organizations:

I have received multiple medals from Wines of the South, GLINTCAP and Indy International competitions since 2013. These range from Bronze to Concordance Gold medals for both wine and ciders.

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