brewster
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //ˈbɹustɝ// brew·ster
n. a person who makes beer, especially a woman. This is an old word that people rarely use today.
n. a person who brews beer or ale; historically used to refer specifically to a female brewer. The term is now largely archaic or used in historical contexts.
The local brewster prepared a fresh batch of ale for the festival.
In medieval English villages, the role of the brewster was often held by women who managed the household's fermentation needs.
While modern industry is dominated by large corporations, historical records indicate that the brewster was once a central figure in the local economy of pre-industrial towns.
Usage
Historically feminine in gender, though often used as a surname in modern English.