I’ve always appreciated the finer things in life, from exquisite wines and premium scotches to bold, flavorful craft beers, albeit with a very limited budegt. In 2016, my wife Kim gifted me a beer-making kit for Christmas, sparking a passion that quickly turned into an obsession. After brewing my first batch, I was hooked and started to fall down the rabbit hole.
With space available at my warehouse, I set up a little brewery featuring a 15-gallon, three-burner Blichmann Top Tier system. My journey soon led me to All-Grain brewing – a more hands on process that offers complete control over every stage of beer production. While it involves a bit more effort than extract brewing, the results are absolutely worth it.
I’m committed to using only natural ingredients, sourcing the finest grains and hops to craft distinctive beers. Experimenting with recipes and adding personal touches has become one of my favorite aspects of brewing. Some of my creations include batches infused with Agave Tequila and Booker’s Bourbon Whiskey, producing outstanding flavors.
Designing and creating the AleByI logo was a fun and creative process, and the final result holds significant meaning.
AleByI is an anagram of my last name, Bailey, but it’s also a clever nod to how I approach brewing: Ale-By-I, or ale brewed “by eye.” It reflects my experimental style of brewing, where I enjoy tweaking recipes and trying out different hops and techniques.
The logo features the “Eye of Horus,” a symbol with deep historical significance. While the Eye of Horus has many interpretations, the one that resonated with me symbolizes health, protection, wisdom, and prosperity—qualities I think pair well with the enjoyment of beer. It’s a subtle reminder of the care and intention behind my brewing process.
Both the logo and the AleByI name are registered trademarks. Brewing beer with all-natural ingredients, especially when incorporating premium spirits, can be costly. To help support my passion, I’ve created this website where visitors can explore and purchase beer-related items. Your support means a lot and helps keep the craft alive—thank you for stopping by!
September 2023 Update:
In 2019, we retired, sold our home, and moved to Mexico, where we spent three wonderful years. However, home brewing there was nearly impossible due to steep import taxes and lengthy delays in obtaining supplies made the hobby unfeasible for anyone outside of commercial brewing.
In 2023, we relocated to Western Australia, where I’m thrilled to once again embrace my passion for brewing.
After a four-year break, I quickly realized how much the brewing world had advanced. With so many innovations in equipment, technology, and software, I’m eager to explore the new tools and techniques that make brewing more exciting and efficient than ever.
We’ve gone all electric, with devices connected via Wifi, and even have a little canning machine. Not only does it take less time to do a batch using pressurized fermentation speeds the grain to glass times as well.
My greatest challenge now is drinking it fast enough to make room for the next batch.