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The Eagle Bay experience is shaped by the people behind it. In our It Takes a Village series, we introduce the passionate team members who help make Eagle Bay Brewing Co. such a special place to visit.

Meet Rhys | Brewer

Rhys' journey at Eagle Bay Brewing Co. is proof that sometimes the best opportunities come when you least expect them.

After spending several summers working front of house between overseas adventures, Rhys made the move behind the scenes in 2020. What started on our packaging line soon evolved into an opportunity to join the brewing team, where he's now helping craft the beers enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.

From Front of House to Brewer

Rhys first joined Eagle Bay Brewing Co. in 2015, working summer seasons with our front of house team.

Between harvests and busy holiday periods, he chased adventures around the globe.

Snow seasons in Perisher and Japan, managing a surf camp in Indonesia, mountain biking, fishing and surfing all became part of his story.

When an opportunity arose to work on the packaging line in 2020, Rhys jumped at the chance to learn more about brewing.

Before long, he found himself stepping into the brewery and taking on his next challenge as a brewer.

Living for Adventure

If Rhys isn't in the brewery, chances are you'll find him outdoors.

Whether he's chasing waves, carving through fresh snow, casting a line or exploring mountain bike trails, he's happiest when he's outside.

That same curiosity and willingness to try new things carries through into brewing, where no two days are ever quite the same.

Rhys' Eagle Bay Favourites

Favourite Eagle Bay beer
"I usually work my way through every Single Series release, but from our core range I'd pick the IPL or Pale Ale."

He also credits Little Creatures Pale Ale as the beer that introduced him to craft beer.

"It'll always have a special place in my heart. It was the beer that really started my craft beer journey."

Currently watching
The Woodstock documentary on Netflix, with plenty of sport in between.

Team?
Go Freo.

Favourite South West feed
The Burnt Ends at Beerfarm.

What Makes Eagle Bay Special?

Ask Rhys what he enjoys most about working at Eagle Bay Brewing Co. and the answer comes quickly.

"The crew, the great working environment and the quality beers."

It's that combination of passionate people and a shared love of great beer that keeps him coming back every day.

Meet the Village

From pouring beers in the venue to brewing them behind the scenes, Rhys has experienced Eagle Bay Brewing Co. from almost every angle.

His story is a reminder that great beer isn't just about ingredients or equipment. It's about the people behind every batch and the passion they bring to their craft.

Stay tuned as we continue introducing the incredible people who make up our village.