Crooked Label Brewing is an award-winning, small-batch powerhouse in Washington. Founder Dan Haff built it on two values: integrity and process. He spent decades in hospitality—cooking, bartending, managing, learning every angle of service. Then he shifted to brewing with the same precision and pride.
In 2023, Crooked Label earned a Best in the Pacific Northwest award for craft beer in Washington. The brewery’s reputation in Monroe didn’t happen by accident; it came from consistent quality. Their beers blend Southern German and British traditions with a Pacific Northwest edge. They’re malt-forward, honest, balanced, and never flashy. Richard’s Red proved it by taking Gold at the Washington State Brewer’s Choice Awards.
The taproom tells its own story. Dan transformed a rundown boat-repair shop into a community space, rebuilding it board by board. The place runs on sweat, reclaimed wood, and genuine respect for craft.
This podcast explores Dan’s process, his vision, and what it takes to earn real respect—one batch at a time.
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