Christopher Barnes

Christopher Barnes has worked as a wholesaler in the beer industry for more than 14 years. He currently manages one of the most diverse books of nearly 40 portfolios of Import Beers, Specialty Craft Beers, and Ciders in Oregon for Point Blank Distributing. In his spare time he writes about Belgian beer for his personal site, ithinkaboutbeer.com. A Certified Cicerone® & MBAA Beer Steward, Christopher travels the world visiting breweries to continue his education and pursue his passion for the world’s craft beers.

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Boost Your Craft Beverage Sales by Hiring a Wholesaler

Kegs destined for bars and restaurants are loaded for delivery. The three-tier American alcohol system is made up of brewers and importers,...
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Keg Management: Creating a Long Term Growth Strategy

Kegs are the lifeblood of any brewery’s growth strategy. They can also be the bane of everyone’s existence if they’re improperly managed. Acquiring...
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