Max Haggblom, chair of the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, speaking on the history of beer at the Flounder Brewing Co.
On October 7, 2025, SEBS alumni gathered in the loft at Flounder Brewing Co., a brewery in Hillsborough, NJ, for an event called “Brewology: The Science Behind the Suds.” The brewery, a converted 18th century barn, is owned by Cook College alumnus, Jeremy Lees CC’99, Landscape Architecture.
Guests who participated in the event were treated to a light dinner of sandwiches and chips and received tickets for two free drinks to be used for any of the beers on the brewery menu.
Max Haggblom, chair of the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, gave an enlightening and interactive talk about the history of beer and the process of fermentation from a scientific perspective. Lees also shared the background on his entry into the brewing business before giving guests a tour of the facilities and explaining the brewery process.
In addition to the unique ‘Brewology’ program, alumni really enjoyed connecting with each other over a few pilseners, ales, IPA’s and the like.
Lee was very happy to host the event at Flounder and to interact with fellow Rutgers alumni.
“Everyone who attended learned all about the brewing process from Prof. Haggblom, and to be able to show attendees the brewery where all of that happens is always a treat for us. Paired with delicious beer, it was a wonderful evening talking about brewing.”
