In this episode of Asia on Tap, I sits down with Tom Turner, a trailblazer in Hong Kong’s craft beverage scene and co-founder of Neon Cider—the city’s first dedicated craft cidery. Tom shares his journey from microbiology labs in the UK to brewing award-winning ciders in Asia, revealing the creative process behind his innovative, Asian-inspired flavors.
Together, they dive into the evolving craft beer and cider landscape across Asia, discuss the challenges and opportunities in the Chinese market, and explore Tom’s exciting collaborations with breweries in Shanghai.

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Join us on this episode of Asia on Tap as we sit down with James Waters, a true globetrotter in the craft beer world. From his early days brewing in the US, to shaping Hong Kong’s beer scene at Moonzen, and now leading the charge at Rooster Beers in Vietnam, James shares his unique perspective on how craft beer culture is evolving across continents.

We dive into how the Asian craft beer scene has transformed over the years, the challenges independent brewers face—including competition from big players—and the creative spirit that keeps the industry thriving. James also opens up about his passion for music, his experiences mentoring future brewing talent, and what excites him most about brewing in Vietnam today.

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Join us for a frothy journey through Hong Kong’s craft beer revolution with Chris Wong, the visionary co-founder behind HK BrewCraft and Heroes Beer Co. Discover the challenges and triumphs of launching HK BrewCraft, one of Hong Kong’s first homebrew supply stores and a hub for aspiring local brewers. Chris also reveals the inspiration behind Heroes Beer Co, a brewery that champions creativity, collaboration, and bold new flavors.

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