Setting up a successful brewery is no mean feat in any location, but doing just that in occupied territory is many times harder. Host Rom speaks with Madees Khoury, the first female brewer in the Middle East.In this episode we hear about Madees’ inspiring journey in continuing her family’s legacy at Taybeh Brewing Company in Palestine.Madees shares the challenges of running a microbrewery under very challenging circumstances and the resilience required to thrive in an environment shaped by both cultural and political pressures. She reflects on the importance of family support, the power of collaboration, including her work with Brewgooder, and the passion that drives her to create beer that connects people and communities.This conversation explores representation, heritage, and perseverance, offering a window into how one woman is breaking barriers and redefining what’s possible in the brewing world.This episode at a glance:• Madees is the first and only female brewer in the Middle East.• Running a brewery in Palestine comes with unique and ongoing challenges.• Family support has been essential in overcoming obstacles.• Collaboration with Brewgooder pushed Madees to innovate beyond her comfort zone.• Resilience and passion drive her work and leadership.• Beer is more than a product, it’s a medium for connection and conversation.• Her heritage and family legacy continue to inspire her path.• Perseverance and purpose are key to success in craft brewing.LINKShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/madees-khoury-88b44a20/https://taybehbeer.com/https://www.brewgooder.com/https://raisingtheglass.co.uk/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-oliver-mooney-65730614/Podcast production by https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/

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