In the riveting tenth episode of Brewing Love, titled "Internal and External Battles," the brewing team led by Chae Young Ju (Kim Se-jeong) and Yoon Min Ju (Lee Jong-won) faces a series of challenges that test their resilience and the strength of their relationships. The episode is a dramatic showcase of the political machinations within the company and the personal demons that haunt Oh Chan Hwi (Baek Sung-chul).
The episode opens with the team eagerly awaiting the internal test results for their latest beer lineup. Initial reports are promising, with positive feedback from the executive committee members and employees. However, the political games played by Yeom Jang Goon (Kim Joong-hee) and team leader Kim throw a wrench in the team's plans. They manipulate those around them, highlighting flaws in the new product and sowing seeds of doubt about its financial impact on the company.
Despite the chairman's excitement to test the newly developed beer by brewmaster Min Ju, the internal testing results are not in the team's favor. The chairman, while believing in the product's potential, cannot ignore the internal testing reports. This creates a tense atmosphere as the team's future hangs in the balance.
In a bold move, Min Ju proposes participating in the upcoming International Blind Beer competition, seeking the chairman's support. The chairman, seeing potential in the team, gives them the green light to compete. The team, including Shim Ra Oh (Shin Do-hyun) and Oh Chan Hwi, immediately begins preparations for the international stage.
However, Jang Goon's desperation to halt the new product launch leads him to send someone to Min Ju's brewery to switch the beers for the competition. At the venue, the team anxiously awaits the final results. In a triumphant turn of events, the beer developed by Min Ju and the team wins first prize, securing the right to make decisions about the production of the new product.
While the professional front sees a battle for approval and recognition, the personal lives of the characters are equally tumultuous. Oh Chan Hwi's fun-loving nature masks a dark past that he shares with Bang A Reum (Shin Do-hyun). His love for guns in childhood and his decision to join the military to smooth things over take a tragic turn when he accidentally kills someone. Since then, Chan Hwi has been suffering from Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adding depth to his character and presenting a poignant subplot.
"Internal and External Battles" is not just about the competition of beers; it's about the competition within oneself. The episode delves into the emotional struggles of the characters, their aspirations, and the obstacles they face. The brewing process becomes a metaphor for their personal journeys, with each ingredient representing a different aspect of their lives.
The episode ends on a cliffhanger, with the team's victory at the competition and the brewing team's future now in their own hands. However, the personal battles continue to rage on, leaving viewers with a sense of anticipation for the next episode. Brewing Love continues to captivate with its heartfelt narrative, relatable emotions, and gripping storyline, making it a must-watch for fans of romantic dramas that touch the heart.