Ben Pugh

President, Head Brewer, Operations Manager

With a background as a mechanic and with over 12 years of brewing experience, it’s an understatement to say Ben understands the nuts and bolts of the brewing industry. Ben started his first brewery, Eclectic Ales, now his brewing equipment sales company in 2014 under the Rock N Dough Pizza franchise in Jackson, TN.

Sydnie Nickelson

Taproom Manager, Events

Sydnie hails from the service industry. Years of slinging drinks behind the bar and waiting tables makes her a force to be reckoned with. She is also great at booking events, food trucks, and all around conversation. Sydnie loves big barrel aged beers and high grav IPAs. You can find Sydnie behind the bar most days or at select events around town.

Chris Hamlett

Brewer, Cellerman, IT Department

Born in Texas and coming to us from Central Louisiana, Chris decided the Memphis humidity was a little more appealing than the CenLa type. Chris plays folk/roots music when he’s not helping to create our beers or pour up perfect pints for our taproom guests. A long history of work in the service industry combined with his passion for craft beer makes him a great addition to the Meddlesome team.

Hayden Avery

Bartender

Born and raised in Millington, Tennessee, I’m the youngest of three. Growing up, I spent a lot of my time after school lending a hand at Morris’s Tavern or the local VFW. It was there that my interest in bartending began to grow. For me, bartending is about more than making a great cocktail—it’s about creating an experience. There’s something special about crafting a drink, whether it’s a timeless classic or something completely new, and seeing someone genuinely enjoy it. That’s the high I chase behind the bar: creating great drinks, good times, and real connections. My goal is simple—every person who comes in should leave with more than just a good drink. I want them to leave with a great experience and a few good memories to take with them.

Jeff Pruit

Sales Manager

Born and raised in Memphis, Jeff has spent over a decade working in both the service and music industries. After years as a music teacher, he traded textbooks for tap handles and hasn’t looked back. When he’s not slinging beers, Jeff enjoys being a dad and playing music with friends. He’s a fan of brown ales—and proudly not afraid of Malört.

A dream, a beer, and a business plan

Somewhere in the back of our minds, we have that one thing that drives us. A vision, a dream, an opportunity. So seldom do people really know what they’re capable of until they act on their impulses. For us, Meddlesome Brewing Company was always there, in some shape or form. It was that nagging voice telling us to try harder, to never give up, and to achieve the dream at any cost. In meddling with convention, you can discover truths within the fringe. So began the Meddlesome spirit: Never fear meddling with convention in search of something greater. That, and we were meddling little shits growing up.

CATCH A SHOW AT MEDDLESOME BREWING COMPANY

We feature singer-songwriters every Sunday and host multiple major music events throughout the year. Check our calendar to stay up to date on what’s happening and who’s performing!

Ben Pugh

PRESIDENT

Sydnie Nickelson

TAPROOM MANAGER

Chris Hamlett

BREWER

Hayden Avery

BARTENDER

Jeff Pruit

sales manager
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