“Working with Sayre is a surprise.  It is easy to underestimate his understanding and creativity because I have not encountered anyone else who “gets it” as fundamentally as Sayre. His choices of pairings show subtle and fundamental appreciation for the sensations of taste.  His understanding of beer components makes him a pleasure to work with.”

- Brian Hunt, Moonlight Brewing Company

“While on a roadtrip promoting the release of the 2009 Utopias through beer dinners and media events, I was lucky enough to get to work with Sayre and the Monk’s Kettle.  We brought a few selections from our Sam Adams Winter Classics for them to pair with, and what a great job they did!  Excellent presentation, excellent execution, our guests enjoyed it, and I enjoyed it.  Sayre discussed the dishes, why they chose the pairings, history and anecdotes, and general entertainment.  Highly recommended to work with them if you get the chance.”

- Bert Boyce, Sam Adams Brewery

“Sayre brings a vast knowledge of all things beer to the table. With a distinguished palate and a genuine passion for the craft, Sayre is quickly becoming the authority on craft beers and the roles they can play on the contemporary gastronomical stage.  Cheers to Sayre for raising the beer appreciation bar and tapping the keg of beer academia in the Bay Area.”

- Bobby Madrid, Executive Chef, Vida, Santa Cruz, CA