Schalander / Hochstädter Landbier e.K., hopfünf
A crazy idea becomes a beer.
The five of us took over the Hochstädter Landbier brewery in 2024. Our mission? To preserve the tradition of artisanal beer brewing while embracing fresh ideas and diverse brewing techniques. We are a truly local brewery – people from the region who want to create regional specialties using as many local products as possible. Beer from here, in other words.
Feedback, ideas, and requests are always welcome.
Author: Caroline Porsiel
Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.
