A TECHNICAL APPROACH

Gravity Brewing is owned and operated by registered professional engineers and brewing industry professionals who have a strong curiosity about how things work in the physical world. Based on this strong appreciation and knowledge of science and engineering, Gravity Brewing takes the art and technique of brewing as seriously as possible while keeping a humble perspective of our existence in this world. We are always striving to push the envelope of conventional brewing, while maintaining a strong regard for tradition and authenticity.

INSPIRATIONAL EXPLORATIONS

The name Gravity encapsulates this strong passion nicely in one word. Gravity represents the goal to produce high quality, full flavored ales and lagers; having a product of substance and dignity; the adventure lifestyle enjoyed in Colorado; a sense of our existence in this world; and thought provocation. Not to mention, Gravity is a common term used amongst brewers to measure and specify the density of wort/beer and thus determine the alcohol content. We are constantly looking towards innovation in engineering, science and space exploration for inspiration in defining our brand.

JOHN FRAZEE

Founder/Brewer

John fell in love with the craft beer movement while studying engineering at the University of Colorado at Boulder. Thanks to some inspiration from his older brother and the influence of the vibrant craft beer scene on Colorado’s front range, John turned his longtime home brewing hobby into a business. His passion and devotion to craft beer and brewing has never wavered. (Pictured w/ Shannon & Kristy Frazee)

Ryan BOWERS

Managing Partner

Ryan has extensive knowledge of and a great passion for mechanical and process engineering, which is directly applicable to the science and art of brewing. While attending the University of Colorado at Boulder, Ryan was, like John, greatly influenced by the exciting craft beer scene in Boulder and Denver.

SCOTT SMITH

Head Brewer

Scott comes to Gravity Brewing from San Diego, California. Scott has several years of experience in the San Diego craft beer market as the Production Manager at Thorn Brewing, Head Brewer at Thorn Street Brewery and most recently brewing at Green Flash/Alpine Beer. Early in Scott's career he helped manage Ballast Point's Home Brew Mart which gave him a wide knowledge and appreciation for the raw materials used to make beer.

C.K. LICHENSTEIN

Wholesale Sales Representative

Lawrence Hupp

Tasting Room Manager