It’s not quite a full family affair but it’s close.
Ben Smith and his first cousin Josh are the co-owners of Redemption Alewerks, which opened this week on 7035 E. 96th St. on the northeast side of Indianapolis (near Fishers). The brewpub held an opening for family and friends on Dec. 19-20.
The idea came from Ben’s brother Brandon and Cameron Fila, who had worked together at Union Brewing Co., in Carmel. Fila was the head brewer and Brandon was assistant brewer and bartender at Union. Brandon will be the general manger and Cameron will be the brewmaster for Redemption Alewerks.
“Cameron and Brandon approached Josh and I with the opportunity (about a year ago) and we said ‘Absolutely, we’ll put money behind it and do the business side of things,’” said Ben, who is sales broker.
Ben said he believes the thirst is there for more craft breweries…CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL STORY AT CURRENTINFISHERS.COM
