Kevin Brooks

Teaches at Top Hops Beer Shop

Kevin Brooks is a craft beer professional with nearly a decade of experience in every aspect of the industry. After a stint at Murray’s Cheese were he learned the ways of stinky, creamy cheese, he moved on to work for a beer distributor, selling craft beer to bars and restaurants throughout New York. He then managed Top Hops itself for three and a half years, curating the store’s beer selection and spearheading the education program, leading countless classes both in and out of the store.

In mid 2019 Kevin moved on again, this time representing Destihl Brewery in the Tri state area as a sales rep. Teaching beer remains a passion, and he continues to lead classes at Top Hops on a regular basis.

(16 Reviews)

Travel the World with Beers

Anonymous review on 1/29/2020

Kevin was super knowledgeable and engaged with the entire class at their own level. I learned a lot and told others about it!
Travel the World with Beers

Reviewed by John B. on 1/28/2020
Travel the World with Beers

Reviewed by Cheryl M. on 11/26/2019
Sours

Reviewed by Kate M. on 6/5/2019
Beer & Cheese

Reviewed by Austen T. on 3/19/2019

Kevin knows his stuff! The class was enjoyable and the pairings were delish!
So Now You're a Beer Nerd: Advanced Beers

Anonymous review on 3/5/2019

Very informative. Instructor was clearly passionate about the subject matter, which definitely made the class more enjoyable.
Beer Date Night: Drink, Learn, and Mingle

Anonymous review on 2/18/2019
Beer Date Night: Drink, Learn, and Mingle

Reviewed by Tim G. on 2/16/2019
Beer & Cheese

Anonymous review on 7/11/2018
But I Hate Beer! Beer for Beer Haters

Anonymous review on 3/28/2018
But I Hate Beer! Beer for Beer Haters

Reviewed by Denis S. on 3/28/2018
Beer & Cheese

Reviewed by Wendy B. on 2/11/2018
Beer 101

Reviewed by Michele M. on 9/27/2017

The class was awesome. I learned a ton and tried amazing beers. The size of the class was perfect. I definitely plan on taking additional courses.
Beer 101

Reviewed by Ethan Z. on 8/8/2017
Beer 101

Reviewed by Kathleen P. on 8/8/2017
Beer & Cheese

Anonymous review on 1/25/2017

I really enjoyed the information that the manager provided and think I'll be referring to it for years to come. I learned some interesting things and met some nice people.