Brewer for Hire
Longtime McMenamins brewing fixture Corey Blodgett will be leaving the brewpub chain after being laid off after more than seven years with the company. One of the most creative and respected McMenamin brewers, Blodgett has recently been living in Bend, Oregon, brewing at the McMenamins St. Francis School. This was his latest work after brewing at McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse and Edgefield. For craft brew geeks, this is perhaps another reason to pass on what some refer to as “McBeer.” Blodgett’s ability to push the envelope stylistically should benefit him as he seeks out a new gig within the industry. Blodgett also has expressed some interest in opening his own place. “So things are a bit hectic.” he said. “Not too sure what is waiting for me in the wings. There are at least two options of opening a place as well as other brewing openings. But right now is time to relax for the first time in 8 years.”
Corey Blodgett will be celebrating with his friends this Wednesday night, at O’Kanes at McMenamins Old St. Francis “(This) will be my last event before moving on to greener pastures.” he said. “We will be releasing an Oak Aged, Cask Conditioned Oktoberfest, tapping it at 5 pm. There also might be a keg of Organic Coffee Stout, or IPA, or Troubador Belgian Wheat. Come and celebrate with me Wednesday at O’Kanes Bar at the Old St. Francis School in Bend.”
Raise your glass to Corey Blodgett and wish him well!
About The Author
Angelo
Angelo grew up in Maine and is proud to call New England his original home. Cascadia is now his home. He fell in love with great beer in Oregon, Washington, and Northern California. He has been a correspondent for the Portland Tribune's Guest on Tap column, LivePDX.com, and has been featured in publications such as Beer Northwest and PDX Magazine. Angelo also has a great interest in independent music, and has been a booker and organizer for shows around the Portland under the name Pop Tomorrow! Angelo garnered much knowledge regarding beer from his experiences homebrewing, working at Belmont Station, Pyramid Brewing, Upright Brewing, By the Bottle, Beer Revolution, Olde Depot Public House, Falling Sky Brewing, Cascade Brewing, and from many many knowledgeable, passionate, and loving people along the way. It is Angelo's mission to bring "infotainment" and "edumation" to the readers of this website. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to contribute, please contact me at angelo@brewpublic.com
Corey,
Want a job? We are a start up brewery in Grand Rapids, Michigan and are looking for an experienced brewer in need of work. We are fully funded and intend on opening in april 2010. please email me at mthendricks1@gmail.com if you would like to speak.