Name: James Burany

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

How old were you when you drank your first beer? Probably around 14

What was the first beer you ever drank? Corona

What is your favorite style of beer? IPA’s and Pilsners

What is your favorite beer, period? I don’t really have a favorite, if it’s in the flavor of IPA, I’ll try it.

What is your favorite brewery? I have to go with Stone right now, Im ready to visit the new Richmond brewery

You’re mowing your grass, what are you drinking? I have a push mower so mostly water haha.

Are you a home brewer or have any desire to home brew? I am not but I recently watched Brian hold a brewing demo at Brutopia.

Do you ever go to beer festivals? Yes but not regularly. We need a party bus for that.

How far would you be willing to drive for your favorite beer? I did recently drive to Wilson to look for some beers you mentioned.

What is your favorite drinking game? Ship, Capt, Crew, aka Dice.

Who’s the one person you’d love to sit down with and tip back a beer with? John Wayne

What do you like about Brutopia? Atmosphere and the passion the owners and employees have for beer and all things related.

“Beer Lover’s Spotlight”
By Marisol Schultz