FEB 2019
Brooklyn Based, February 2019: Danii Oliver, owner of Island to Island Brewery in Flatbush. “I’m not interested in beer that marginalizes people,” she says. “As many people as there are on the planet, that’s as many styles of beer that there are.” — Regina Bresler
Frequently bucking these isms, the Taproom regularly hosts LGBTQ+ nights, as well as events for expecting, new and nursing mothers. Oliver herself knows the difficulty of being bounced from bars and events both as a pregnant woman and a nursing mother. “Everyone wants to touch your belly, but no one wants to include you or invite you out. I like these events because women can feel welcome, and not feel any pressure to drink. They can have a mocktail or some Jun, or enjoy beer which is great for lactation.” Her space is a welcoming safe haven by design. “If a customer wants to do an event here, the answer is always yes.” — Regina Bresler