From the streets of Les Cayes, Haiti, to the monuments of Washington DC,
to the energy of Chongqing, China—888 Craft Beers is more than a
brewery. It’s a mission to transform lives on Earth and prepare for
humanity’s future in space.
The Boy Who Looked at the Stars
Every story has a beginning. Mine began in Les Cayes, Haiti.
As a child, I would gaze at the night sky—brilliant, vast, infinite. The
stars stirred something deep inside me. They were not distant points of
light; they were destinations, calling me to dream bigger than my
surroundings allowed.
Life in Haiti was not easy. But the challenges only fueled my
imagination. If others saw obstacles, I saw stepping stones. That same
vision carries into every sip of 888 Craft Beers.
Because when you dare to dream, the impossible becomes inevitable.
Photos of Pierre Augustin
Pierre in 1980
Pierre in 1993
Lessons from Carnegie and Napoleon Hill
History often turns on single decisions. One such moment happened when
Andrew Carnegie offered Napoleon Hill an extraordinary opportunity: to
study the world’s most successful men and share their principles with
future generations.
Hill had just 60 seconds to decide. After 33 seconds, he said yes.
That decision gave birth to Think and Grow Rich—a book that has
inspired millions.
Like Hill, I believe in decisive action. I am not Andrew Carnegie, but
I dream of building enterprises that create lasting impact. And like
Napoleon Hill, I’ve chosen to say yes to opportunities that others
might fear.
888 Craft Beers was born out of that same commitment: to act boldly,
to dream audaciously, and to execute relentlessly.
The Faith of George Müller
Another story shaped my path—the story of George Müller, who cared for
thousands of orphans in England. He never asked anyone directly for
money. Instead, he prayed, trusting God to provide. And time after time,
the provisions arrived—just when needed.
Müller’s story taught me the power of faith. True faith is not
passive—it’s active, courageous, and disciplined.
888 Craft Beers carries that spirit. Every bottle is a leap of faith—not
in profits alone, but in the belief that business can be a tool for
divine provision, community uplift, and global purpose.
The Journey Beyond Borders
In 2015, in Chongqing, China, I fulfilled a childhood dream: learning
Kung Fu/Taichi from Master Jane.
On February 8, 2015, I stepped into her training space. The
discipline, the fluidity, the balance of Taichi—all resonated deeply
with me. It wasn’t just a martial art lesson. It was a life lesson.
That moment symbolized the heart of 888 Craft Beers: resilience,
global connection, and the pursuit of dreams.
Washington DC’s Monument inspired our IPA, a symbol of strength. The
Rotunda inspired our Pilsner, a symbol of democracy and community.
Chongqing Taichi inspired our international spirit, a symbol of
discipline and cultural exchange.
Each beer label is more than artwork—it’s a chapter in a story that
connects people across nations.
Why 888 Craft Beers?
Numbers carry meaning. In many cultures, the number 888 symbolizes
prosperity, infinity, and balance. It represents cycles of growth and
renewal.
Our beers aren’t just beverages—they’re symbols of abundance with
responsibility. With 888, you’re not only tasting quality, you’re
participating in purpose.
Every bottle funds affordable housing in the USA through
OseloHelp.com.
Every sip supports Purdue University’s space research, led by
Professor D. Marshall Porterfield, Ph.D.
We brew for those who believe beer can be more than a drink. It can be a
movement.
The Mission – Homes on Earth, Habitats in Space
888 Craft Beers serves two intertwined missions:
Affordable Housing
Across the United States, too many families are priced out of
stability. Vacant homes in cities like Baltimore sit unused while
families dream of homeownership. With OseloHelp.com, revenue from
888 funds renovations, turning abandoned houses into homes filled
with life, laughter, and future.
Space Exploration
Humanity must look to the stars. In partnership with Purdue
University, our revenues help fund research on bioregenerative
life-support systems—the very technologies that will make human
life on the Moon, Mars, and beyond possible.
“To develop a lunar outpost prototype program here as a test-bed
for bioregenerative habitation systems.” D. Marshall Porterfield, Ph.D., Purdue University
With 888 Craft Beers, you’re not only raising a glass—you’re raising
the bar for what’s possible on Earth and beyond.
The Greater Purpose
I didn’t create 888 Craft Beers to compete with breweries. I created it
to redefine what a brewery can be.
Where others sell beer, we sell impact.
Where others chase trends, we pursue timeless missions.
Where others count profits, we count families housed and research
funded.
And yet, the taste is world-class. Because to carry purpose, a product
must first carry excellence.
Join the Movement
When you drink, serve, or carry 888 Craft Beers, you become part of a
movement that spans:
Les Cayes, Haiti → A boy with dreams of stars.
Washington DC → Monuments of strength and democracy.
Chongqing, China → Discipline, resilience, and cultural connection.
Baltimore, USA → Families finding homes.
Purdue University → Scientists building lunar habitats.
Beer isn’t just a drink. With 888, it’s a bridge between past and
future, Earth and space, community and cosmos.
