54 | WINE ENTHUSIAST | OCTOBER 2019
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Jack Hendler, 36
Co-owner/Brewer, Jack’s Abby
Brewing • Framingham, MAMass Abby appeal
The Jack behind the brand name, Hendler
oversees beer production for Jack’s Abby
Brewing. Founded in 2011 by Hendler and
his brothers, Sam and Eric, the brewery
remains independent and family owned.
Don’t let his quiet demeanor fool you:
Hendler’s gears are always turning as he
contemplates his latest innovation, recipe
or brand direction to push the brewery
forward. Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers focuses
exclusively on a stellar lager lineup, while
the introduction of the Springdale brand
in 2016 has allowed the brewery to experi-
ment with non-lager styles, which includes
all ales and barrel-aged brews.