Tipple’s specializes in great craft beer and fine wines. The international selection allows customers to enjoy some of the best the world has to offer. As a tasting room as well as a package store, our customers can enjoy a beverage in the store while shopping.
SHOP LOCAL: Tipple’s is veteran, minority, and University of Florida Alumni owned! Go Gators! When you shop at Tipple’s you can feel good about supporting your community.
THE TIPPLE’S EXPERIENCE STARTS WITH OUR AMAZING TEAM:
Owner/Operator: Jeff Vodré has expertise in both wine and beer. He fell in love with wine while traveling the world working in the semiconductor industry. Craft beer came next and he knew he wanted to be a part of this amazing industry.
- 1997: Graduated from the University of Florida
- 2011: Began brewing craft beer/cider
- 2014: Completed Graduate Program at Auburn University in Brewing Science & Operations
- 2014: 6 months practicum work with First Magnitude Brewing
- 2016: Passed First Sommelier Testing
Store Manager: Mike Polk is a Certified BJCP Beer Judge and an absolute fount of knowledge on craft beers around the world. Mike is the primary decision maker for our craft beer offering and the friendliest guy you will ever meet.
Merchandiser/Lead Salesman: Jake Hatfield has decades of experience with fine cuisine along with wine and beer. He is an amazing food pairing resource and knows every inch of the store to point you in the right direction for the tasty beverage of your choice.
