08/06/2026
From Retirement Dream to Craft Beer Destination: The Story Behind Buchanan's Brewery
In an era where many people spend their retirement slowing down, Tulbagh entrepreneur Rod Buchanan chose a different path. He turned a lifelong fascination with beer into a thriving craft brewery that has become one of the valley’s unique visitor experiences.
Founded in 2016, Buchanan’s Brewery began as what Buchanan describes as “a hobby with benefits.” Having spent years running a business in town, he envisioned craft brewing as a meaningful way to stay active after retirement. While he officially retired in 2019, it was only recently, after selling his business, that he was able to devote his full attention to the brewery and begin scaling up operations.
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