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Beer-brewing pastor spreads Ga. craft

By Matt Kempner
Feb 25, 2016

Craft beer makers who have shaken up the alcohol industry in Georgia really do come from all walks of life.

But Spencer Nix might be the most surprising of all.

He's an evangelical pastor and a co-founder and chief executive of Woodstock-based Reformation Brewery. His crew produced 1,600 barrels of beer last year and expects to nearly double its output this year. Nix, though, preaches moderation.

How does a pastor become a professional beer guy? Find out more in the latest Unofficial Business column on myAJC.com.

About the Author

Matt Kempner is an award-winning journalist who seeks out intriguing twists about people and subjects beyond what the AJC might typically cover. A former columnist and editor, his past assignments have included business investigations, energy, the economy, entrepreneurs, big business, consumer spending, politics, government and the environment.

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