From Dance Floors to Brew Floors: With Hackney Church Head Brewer Jacob Hobbs

In this episode of The Beer Rep Chats With, Martin sits down with Jacob, Head Brewer at @Hackneychurchbrewco to explore his inspiring path from training as a contemporary dancer to head brewer.

Jacob shares the story behind Hackney Church Brew Co, a London-based independent brewery that’s all about community, creativity, and great beer. He talks about his brewing philosophy, how the team develops new recipes, and what it means to create beers that welcome everyone — from casual drinkers to passionate beer fans.

We also dive into upcoming collaborations, the future brewery move to a new home, the importance of diversity in beer, and advice for home brewers looking to take the next step.

Whether you’re a craft beer lover, a brewer in the making, or just curious about the people behind the beers, this episode gives you a fresh look at the art and community of brewing in East London.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - 03:50 Jacob's Journey into Brewing
03:51 - 05:43 The Story of Hackney Church Brew Co
05:44 - 07:44 Crafting a Unique Identity in Brewing
07:45 - 11:33 Engaging with the Local Community
11:34 - 15:42 Favourite Ingredients and Techniques
15:43 - 19:00 Future Beer Styles and Innovation
19:01 - 23:57 Hackney Church Collaborations
23:58 - 30:16 Thiols and IBUs
30:17 - 32:58 Moving to a New Brewery
32:59 - 36:30 Advice for Aspiring Brewers
36:31 - 38:15 New Brewery Open Day
38:16 Outro