gain distribution. He branded his beer “Point Ybel,” a tribute to the landmark site of Sanibel’s famous lighthouse. COASTE | PERSONALITIES “It’s difficult to describe, but when you finally brew that one that tastes really good, it feels like you’ve done something magical.”
would occasionally explode overnight. “Beer making can make for a joyful mess,” he admits.
Around this time, Costello started dating a woman who ultimately became his wife. Fortunately, Amy didn’t overtly object to Costello’s kitchen projects — and yes, even offered her services as a taste tester. The day finally came when Walt and Amy hit upon a brew that tasted exceptionally good. “It’s difficult to describe, but when you finally brew that one that tastes really good, it feels like you’ve done something magical,” says Costello. So inspired, Costello was soon pitching samples to local venues and began to
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