processing yard in Albany, NY. His grandparents were also involved in the lumber industry, from the forests of the Carpathian Mountains of Ukraine, to the northern forests of Canada, to a lumber mill on the shores of the Hudson in New York, lumber has been in his family for generations. Jocelyn’s great grandfather also worked in a lumber yard in Maine years ago. The picture to the left shows Nicks great, great maternal grandfather logging in the Canadian wilderness. (fourth from left with X over his head, click on picture to enlarge)
Nick was born and raised in upstate New York. He is a Lock Haven University graduate, was on the wrestling team for 5 years, and has been living in Lock Haven since 2002. Unlike most college students, when Nick turned 21 he immediately migrated to the backside of the bar and has been a prominent fixture there ever since. During that time he grew into a beer making enthusiast. His brewing days started on a stove top in his kitchen then progressed to a small brewing setup in his basement, which he handmade himself. By studying his continuingly growing library of brewing literature, making beer with his fellow brewers, and brewing for beer festivals, he has grown to love the craft. Along with his brew making he also found a great appreciation for fine spirits and exploring the art of putting a modern spin on traditional cocktails.