The Bout
At Boxing Bear Brewing Company, we truly believe in the word ‘quality.’ Quality time, quality friends, and of course, quality BEER. Our vision started with 3 friends driven by their passion for beer and a dedication to all things related to it. By brewing with superior ingredients and time-tested techniques, and by offering a great spot to enjoy and learn about our beer – you’ll discover what true quality means to us.
Boxing Bear Brewing Company currently has two locations across Albuquerque. Our mission is to grow the popularity of quality hand-crafted beer, and to help establish New Mexico as a national destination for outstanding craft beer. We strive for excellence through award-winning innovation, producing outstanding recipes using traditional brewing practices and top notch ingredients.
Boxing Bear Brewing Company is also producing and serving amazing locally made wines. Wine lovers can experience some wonderful local varietals as a menu option, which sets Boxing Bear apart from most traditional brew pubs.
The Team
Kevin Davis
Executive Partner/Owner
Kevin discovered his passion for craft beer thanks to his friendship with Dave who was a homebrewer. They brewed many styles of beer, including a decoction mash Munich Dunkel that won high accolades. One day Kevin decided to open Southwest Grape and Grain, where his sons Chad and Dylan discovered their passion for beer and brewing. Having met Justin at a beer festival, Kevin and Dave decided to ask if he’d be interested in partnering up to open a craft brewery. He thought about it for a while, and eventually agreed. One Friday evening in Kevin’s kitchen, while enjoying some Firestone Walker Double Barrel Ale, Boxing Bear Brewing Co was born. Kevin’s duties at Boxing Bear became so time consuming that he decided to sell Southwest Grape and Grain, which still operates today.
David Kim
Managing Partner/ Owner
Dave discovered craft beer while in college in Colorado and started homebrewing in the early 2000s. At about the same time Dave met Kevin at Albuquerque Academy where the two coached JV baseball together for many years. While he continues to teach math and science at Albuquerque Academy he is grateful to be a part of the Boxing Bear team.
Dylan Davis
Head Brewer/Owner
Also a home-grown New Mexican, Dylan was born and raised on the west side of Albuquerque. His love of craft beer began as a homebrewer, winning a gold medal with his very first brew. Dylan has learned a lot from head brewer, Justin Hamilton, after almost 7 years of brewing. Since completing the American Brewers Guild’s Intensive Brewing Science and Engineering course, he advanced to Lead Brewer. He takes pride in brewing beers to style, and is his own worst critic. He is such an important part of the brewing team that he became partner in early 2020.
Tony Miller
Distribution Sales Manager
Tony has been working in the brewery industry for over 10 years. Tony started with Boxing Bear at the Tramway location and then took on the Distribution Sales Manager position where he began the distribution program covering Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and other outer territories. Now he works hand in hand with Admiral Beverage Company selling Boxing Bear products over the whole state of New Mexico. His favorite beer to drink is Uppercut IPA, that’s how he gets his vitamins. Tony’s other hobbies include Stargazing and Astronomy. Tony also has over 6 years of experience as a Chocolatier.
Astrid Galarza
Events Coordinator
Astrid has been passionate about the craft beer industry since before she could legally drink. In the early 2000’s, she got her first job at Blue Corn Cafe & Brewery where she would become facsinated with the craft beer process and scene through her mentors. On her birthday in 2019, Astrid was brought on to the Boxing Bear former WeDo Taproom team as a beertender, where she worked her way up to Taproom Manager, then eventually into her current role. Astrid’s favorite brew is the Uppercut IPA. When not planning events, you can find Astrid enjoying other local Albuquerque breweries and eateries, or at home cooking. Fun Fact about Astrid: she was named after a Mexican Soap Opera actress. Astrid’s says her favorite part about her job is the ability to bring together the community and creating a safe space for everyone to unwind, reset, and celebrate.
Nick Bridges
Social Media Manager
Nick started with Boxing Bear in 2022 at the Bridges on Tramway location (no, that’s not his name on the building!) as a beertender but always wanted to do more for the company. With a background in photography and a passion for creating, Nick began documenting all things Boxing Bear, eventually leading to his current role. His favorite Boxing Bear brew is the Black & Blue Tart. When not at the Bear, you can find Nick and his dog, West, hiking through New Mexico.
Alan
Lead Brewer
Alan came to us from Houston, Tx back in 2017. That’s where he got into craft beer while working for Saint Arnold Brewing Company. His experience as a bartender, grill chef, doorman, arcade/pinball delivery driver, and amateur wrestler helped him climb the Boxing Bear ladder over the years. Starting in the Corrales kitchen he moved up to Distribution, then Salesman, and now Brewer. He still cooks. If you smell delicious smoke coming from the back of Firestone, it’s just Alan smoking meats for lunch.
Eddie
Lead Brewer
Eddie joined the Boxing Bear team in 2021 as a beertender at the Corrales Taproom. Born and raised in Tucson, AZ, he’s no stranger to the desert and loves living here in New Mexico. Eddie found his passion for craft beer while in college at the University of Arizona. Starting off with a few home brews he eventually turned his hobby into a profession. Eddie previously worked as a cellar man and packaging operator at Wolfs Ridge Brewing Co. in Columbus, Ohio. His desire to brew incredible beer and the pride he has for all of the Boxing Bear beers has pushed him to continue learning and sharpening his skills as a brewer. Outside of work you’ll find Eddie hanging out with friends, fishing the Rio Grande, playing with his dog Wiggles (unofficial brewer pup) or visiting one of the other breweries in the ABQ. Eddie’s favorite beer is Lucille Pale Ale.
Cami
Brewer
Cami started with Boxing Bear in 2021 as a lead beertender eventually moving into the Corrales Taproom Manager position. She loved it, but that wasn’t her dream…After owning a successful food business for 7 years she knew she had to work in an industry that would keep her busy and both challenge her creativity and passion. Some would call it a demotion, but Cami was pumped when she transitioned her way into the brewery full time! From filling kegs and transferring beer to brewing batches she loves everything about working in the brewery and is often lovingly referred to as “the mashing queen”. In her free time Cami is bouncing from one of her 3 kid’s sporting events to the next. She also enjoys cooking, the outdoors and lifting weights (the heavier the better!).
Contact us
Boxing Bear Brewing Co:
info@boxingbearbrewing.com
Head of Brewing:
Dylan@boxingbearbrewing.com
Distribution Sales Manager:
Tony@boxingbearbrewing.com
Event Coordinator:
Astrid@boxingbearbrewing.com
Social Media Manager:
Nick.Bridges@boxingbearbrewing.com
505-503-6341
Awards
2016 GABF® Mid-Size Brewpub of the Year
2016 GABF® Mid-Size Brewpub Brewers of the Year
2016 USA Today Best Brewpub
Chocolate Milk Stout
2015 NABA Bronze
2015 GABF® Silver
2016 NABA Gold
2016 GABF® Gold
2016 World Beer Cup Gold
2024 GABF® Silver
The Red Glove Double Red Ale
2016 GABF® Gold
Uppercut IPA
2017 NABA Bronze
Body Czech Pilsner
2015 NABA Silver
Bear Knuckle IPA
2016 NMIPA Challenge Winner
2016 NIPAC Final Four
2017 NMIPA Challenge Winner
2019 NMIPA Challenge Winner
2021 NMIPA Challenge Winner
Featherweight Session IPA
2017 GABF® Bronze
2018 NABA Gold
Hairy Mit Hefeweizen
2015 NABA Silver
Common Ground California Common
2018 NABA Silver