# Mainstem hires first Malt Concierge: Courtney Kristjana, Portland, OR | Mainstem Malt

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- Published at: 2021-11-05 16:00:02 UTC
- Updated at: 2025-07-09 03:21:07 UTC

## Author
Phil Neumann

## Subject
Mainstem Malt

## Content
[ See this post on Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook / Twitter ]STAFF HIGHLIGHT: Courtney Kristjana⁠Please give us a hand in welcoming the newest member of our team! Courtney joins us from her home base in Portland, Oregon, with the goal of energizing Mainstem's sales engine as our (the?) first official Malt Concierge 🥳🥳🥳⁠Courtney aims to meet our diverse customer needs through collaboration and community engagement. With creativity in abundance, folks can expect tailored solutions, and rest assured knowing she has over 10 years of experience in the food and beverage industries.⁠She also comes aboard with deep knowledge in whisk(e)y, just as the US prepares to roll out its brand new American Single Malt Whiskey category in 2022.⁠As a self-proclaimed Peat Princess, Courtney is studying to become a Scotch Whisky Master. She is a certified Executive Bourbon Steward and was a finalist in Bardstown Bourbon Company’s World’s Top Whiskey Taster competition in 2020. Courtney is also a Senior Reviewer at The Whiskey Wash, an award-winning whiskey lifestyle site.⁠When not attempting to do all the things at once, you will find Courtney lounging with her dogs watching murder mysteries, cooking, and collecting all things Casablanca.⁠Need malt? Have ideas for beer or spirits collaborations? Want to help Courtney feel welcome as a member of our blossoming craft malt community? You can reach her directly at courtney@mainstemmmalt.com⁠Cheers!⁠📸 @highproofpreacher⁠#happyfriday #welcomeaboard #customerinnovations #maltconcierge #craftmalting #maltforthepeople #mainstemmalt #maltthatmatters #craftbrewing #americansinglemalt #whiskeytaster #bartender #teamwork #makesthedreamwork #portlandoregon #pacificnorthwest #alaska