Matt Negron

I rarely post anything on here, but I'd be remiss not to document some of the highlights of my year, considering this year has been a wild one. Last November our first beer of the 'Bronx Culture Series' collaborations with @gunhillbrewery , @bronxbeerhall , and @beerkulture was released. It was Fall/Winter beer inspired by my mothers Candied Yams recipe which was super special to me because it was a recipe so many people loved, while also being an homage to her. Those who know my mother know she's a magical human being. This beer paved the way for a series of releases that would prove to be monumental in the NYC beer scene. We started the year off strong in January collabing with @bigalicebrewing & @pmdpitorro , brewing a Puerto Rican inspired recipe, and barrel aging that beer in Port Morris Pitorro barrels. Sorry, humble brag but- that is a historical, and legendary collective coming together, for those who don't know. The liquid was set to release during the annual PR Day Parade, to raise money for PR. The parade didn't happen but we still rocked the culture, and produced our best beer to date- 'palante'. Although many of our plans were halted, we still released our spring collab 'Mister Stoutee' with the Legendary @mrsofteetruck during quarantine. And we didn't slow down, releasing 'Coco Cherry Mango' - a collaboration with the legendary @deliciosococohelado_ , and the forementioned folks during the summer. These beers where milestones for my team @uptownbeersociety and I because we captured nostalgia in a can with these iconic NY heavy weights, and we brought a lot of joy to people during these dark times. Before the pandemic I was working at The Grand Delancey, and we were killing it, regarded as one of the best bars in NY. Post pandemic work there was limited and I decided to take a GM position at a vegan spot in Bushwick- 'The Gradient'. With an incredible team behind me, we were able to create one of the coolest destinations in BK, and against all odds we made magic. Unfortunately, do to matters beyond us, we had to close our doors permanently when they announced the second indoor shutdown. Work aside, this year was full of growth and reflection. #blessed

'The Cold One's' with our eye's on the prize. . . . @uptownbeersociety . . 📸@bryceartstew

In case you've been living under a rock- Last week we released our latest collab with @interboronyc "Not My Pres" Lager, the third in the "presidente" inspired lager series we've been elevating the culture with. I'm at @thesamplerbk on weekends, while I work on my visa situation- so that I can head back to London. We have fresh cans and kegs of #NotMyPresLager , so come visit me and get you some! . (P.s. Some one told me I look "brooding" in this photo, and it cracked me up. #beerbatman) . #uptownbeersociety #jointhegang #keepituptown #latincraftbeer #uptownbeer #bronxbeer #beerinthebronx #beeruptown #thebronx #uptownnyc #craftbeer #brooklyncraftbeer #uptowncraftbeer #nyccraftbeer #thecoldones #casuallyshiftingculture

Thinking about starting a boy band. What should our name be? . . #thecoldones #uptownbeersociety #thesamplerbk #craftbeer #gang

Another one! A FRESH batch of the juicy, fan favorite, @InterboroNYC "Premiere" has been chosen as the official beer for the 2019 NYC edition of Moniker Art Fair. Limited edition can art designed by @Skewville in collaboration with my gang @UptownBeerSociety , and -the official bar parter of MAF- @TheSamplerBK will be released TODAY! @MonikerArtFair , is a hyper-curated, five-day contemporary & urban art showcase, featuring an international roster of artists at the cutting edge of culture in NoHo. Skewville, The twin brothers that make up this street art collaboration, are regulars at Moniker & The Sampler. Skewville, began leaving behind their sneaker cutouts around 1999. Silhouettes of the shoes that are still seen dangling from the wires that spread across NYC reference the urban upbringing from which the two grew up in New York City. These limited edition cans will be on sale today at Interboro, The Sampler, & MONIKER ART FAIR. Bring a Can to the fair for free entry! #monikerartfair #thesamplerbk #thesamplerarts #uptownbeersociety #monikernyc19 #monikerculture #theartconference #urbanart #streetart #interboronyc #casuallyshiftingculture #craftbeernyc #beerstagram #brewingnyc #drinklocal

On track, facing new journey's, and endless possibilities.

Late shout out to London family, who saw to it that I ate good, and drank even better! Thanks @mauritzborg for the world class hospitality, I felt so cozy and at home I almost kicked off my shoes! Truly stellar folks at The Axe pub in London, and incredible, artisanal offerings! . P.s. Mauritz is really tall, i'm no shrimp! . . . #draftmenuonfleek #uptownbeersociety #jointhegang #keepituptown #stayuptown #londoncraftbeer #londonbottleshare #londoncraftbeershare #londonbottleshare #londonbeer #beer #london #craftbeer #bronxcraftbeer #uptowncraftbeer #nyccraftbeer

#halloween2018 spooky vibes, letting our true colors show. #deadass 💀🖤💀

There's a reason we are often photographed together. These are are not only my #brothers, but my team. We rarely are apart from eachother because we spend everyday working towards building a foundation, and pushing a movement forward. Building Something #forthepeople, something #fortheculture. If you haven't caught on yet, pull up, we are selfless with our time, knowledge, and efforts. We are open to collaborations of any kind that empower the underdogs, the disenfranchised, the misrepresented. If you have a brand you need help with, or an idea you want to develop further, or you seek a platform for your creations, we are all ears. #letscollaborate #thecoldones #uptownbeersociety #nodaysoff 📸:@ty_rockcityphotography

Very un-rare sighting of your favorite triplets in their natural habitat. Celebrating my beautiful best friend BONA'S birthday today @thesamplerbk tonight! Pull up and buy him a beer! #gang

"The world is so small, 'til it ain't .🎶 I'm building up a wall, till it break .🎵 She hate it when I call, and it's it late .🎶 I don't wanna keep you waiting .🎵 I hope I never keep you waiting" . 🎶 -Mac Miller . Drink good, cause you never know when your times up. . #treatyourselfbetter #ripmacmiller #drinkgoodbeer #perfectpour #bartender #chalkart by @uptown_ales

They say you can't pick your family. & I'm blessed to have one I could build with.