Head Brewer – Mr. Russ Sabbag

Russ started his career in craft beer in 2017 at Funky Buddha Brewing in Oakland Park, FL, as a keg washer and packaging assistant for the bottling line. He quickly moved up to 1st Shift Packaging Lead and then to the Cellar, where he worked on award-winning beers, including No Crusts, a PBJ Brown Ale, and the well-known Maple Bacon Coffee Porter.  He also operated the pilot 7bbl system.

Russ moved to NOVA in 2019 to be closer to his family and joined Lost Rhino, where he operated their GEO Centrifuge, Wild Goose Canning Line, and 30-barrel Brew House. He improved canning line operating speeds and increased the yields on filtrations.

At the end of 2022, he had the opportunity to take over production at Adroit Theory.  Elevating the untappd rating while streamlining operations, doubling the cellar capacity, and starting their “in-house” packaging department. He developed the new hazy style they have been brewing, emanating from a VOID experimental line, in addition to reviving the lager program with a new flagship, Thrash Metal Helles Lager.

I am so excited to see what Russ will do for Settle Down Easy Brewing!  Settle Down Easy, Ramble on BABY!

Frank Kuhns
Owner
Settle Down Easy Brewing &
The Oakton Tasting Room