It's been about a year since Ken Allen sold Boonville, California's 24-year-old Anderson Valley Brewing Company to UBS veteran and retiree Trey White. Later that year, former general manager Fal Allen returned as brewmaster. Though behind the Sierra Nevada level of name recognition, Anderson Valley has inspired California brewers and beyond, with solid titles like Boont Amber Ale and Barney Flats Oatmeal Stout. Its 15-year-old beer fest is also one of the oldest in the country, precursor to the signature brewery events we see today. Fal caught us up with operations since the acquisition. Says Fal: "We're excited to be 'crafty' again." ...