I am planning to open a retail store to satisfy the needs of homebrewers and
wine makers. As a long time homebrewer, I know the basics to stock but would
really appreciate any suggestions on hard to find supplies, brands and
equipment the readership would like to see in a local shop. Suggestions...
Thanks

On Sat, 13 Dec 2003, Only12beat wrote:[color=blue]
> I am planning to open a retail store to satisfy the needs of homebrewers and
> wine makers. As a long time homebrewer, I know the basics to stock but would
> really appreciate any suggestions on hard to find supplies, brands and
> equipment the readership would like to see in a local shop. Suggestions...
> Thanks[/color]
Locate to Davis, CA. The university teaches brewing, but the
nearest supplies are a 45 min drive away. Not good when you just need a
packet of yeast. Also, be logical with shipping. Too many shops charge a
min ~$5 UPS shipping rate for even the smallest item. A packet of dried
yeast (orgered online) should be able to go through the USPS for less than
$1 without the need to call and make special arrangements for shipping
that way.
Warren Place