The brewing scene continues to grow across Michigan, with new spots opening in the midst of difficult times.
These new breweries are getting creative as to how they operate, with many of them changing their business plans on the fly to adjust to the current situation in the coronavirus era.
Expanding patio seating areas, adding to-go options like crowlers and offering take-out food are just some of the ways these new places have been working through the pandemic. It’s never easy to open a brewery, but add in a statewide shut-down and it becomes a little more chaotic.
Some might ask if we’ve reached a saturation point in the industry, with so many breweries open across our state, and so many Michigan beers on the shelves of stores. Not quite yet, as the new spots that are opening seem to be focused on serving their local communities first, and not on a wide distribution footprint. Most, if not all, of these breweries are hoping to become gathering places for their town or region, offering not just beer, but a sense of community.
These 16 spots offer something new for Michigan craft beer lovers to try, and all have a variety of options as to how you can experience them. We encourage you to check with the breweries before you visit or order, as hours and offerings may change at any time.
As always, please drink responsibly, and never drink and drive.
Cheers to all the new Michigan beer that is out there now.
The open and airy tasting room at Arvon Brewing in Grand Rapids features large windows, bench seating, and a comfy lounge to enjoy their beers at.
Tap room 'jack of all trades' Matt Hausserman serves up some samples with a smile behind that mask at Arvon Brewing in Grand Rapids.
1006 S. Division Ave.
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49507
(616) 340-9372
Brewer Jake Stanko co-owns the brewery with his wife, Abby, along with Brett and Lauren (Stanko) Bristol. They just opened their bright and open new tasting room in downtown Grand Rapids this spring, after running a production-only spot in Grandville. They focus on making full-flavored IPA’s, with styles ranging from New England to double and single-hop varietals. They also offer other styles, like stouts and a saison.
During a recent visit, assistant brewers Alex Santos and Thomas Crane, who brew on Arvon’s 10-barrel system, explained that the water is what makes a big difference in their beers. The team takes great care adjusting the pH of the water to achieve the special flavor of the beer here.
If you like a very light and refreshing beer, try the Rice Crispy, a clean little lager that is an easy drinker. If you want to step it up just a notch, Keeping Tradition is a bit more complex, with a bigger hop profile and notes of pepper and spice. The real focus here, however, are New England IPA’s, those hazy little hop bombs that have proven to be so popular right now. Start off with the Double Down Mosaic, a super smooth, very delicious, double IPA brewed with Mosaic hops. When you are ready to ride the hop train, hit up Profound Technique, which is dank and citrusy, or the newly-released One Three One, which was a bit green and rough, with a big hop nose. These are baller NEIPA’s, so watch out, they clock in at over 8% ABV.
In addition to their beers, when the tap room is open, Arvon sometimes partners with a local food truck to also offer food to-go, or you can bring in takeout or snacks from somewhere else. Bottles of beer are available to go. Enjoy this open, bright, modern tasting room, with both table and lounge seating, plus a few picnic tables outside, located just blocks from downtown Grand Rapids.
Third Nature Brewing is located in Rockford, just a few minutes north of Grand Rapids and right off the White Pine Trail. They have an expansive patio, with several fire pits, and multiple seating areas.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
The Third Nature Brewing family, from left to right: Troy Zitzelsberger, Donghee Zitzelsberger, Lisa Roebke, Bryce Roebke, Hayley Zitzelsberger, Chad ZitzelsbergerCourtesy Photo, used with permission.
7733 Childsdale Ave. NE
Rockford, MI 49341
(616) 512-9314
Located just off the White Pine Trail - which means you can ride your bike right to the brewery -Third Nature has a sprawling outdoor area with multiple fire pits, a variety of seating options, and plenty of space for you (and your four-legged friends) to enjoy. This summer, they’ve been offering outdoor yoga, and just started live music in the beer garden as well. Get a list of their upcoming shows here.
Try a summery Gose-style beer here, like “Heather Gose to the Beach” which has passionfruit and key lime, or try the Blue Raspberry Lemonade, a true summer thirst quencher. The Jeju IPA has the interesting addition of tangelos, while the White Pine Pils is a light and crisp offering with just 5.3% ABV, so you can continue your bike ride down the trail. Take a risk and order up the Mystery Tap: you never know what you might get.
The scratch menu features lots of fun things to share with friends, like a smoked dip sampler, giant pretzels with beer cheese, a smoked meat platter with brisket, pulled pork and brats, or the unique Korean style nachos. Classic favorites like a hot chicken sandwich and a burger share the menu with a Bibimbop bowl and flatbread pizzas.
Notice the Korean influence on the menu? That’s because Troy Zitzelsberger, co-founder and head brewer, got his start in South Korea, where he owned Hop Mori Brewing Company. Troy, together with his wife, Donghee, and family members Chad and Hayley Zitzelsberger and Bryce & Lisa Roebke, have created a destination brewery.
The patio at Gull Lake Distilling Company has been expanded this summer, for even more comfortable outdoor dining.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
Gull Lake Distilling Company offers beer, wine and, of course, spirits at their spot in Galesburg.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
92 East Michigan Ave.
Galesburg, MI 49053
(269) 200-5329
Timing can be everything, and for Gull Lake Distilling, it’s been a bit of a bear this year. They were set to open on March 21, which was just days after the state’s shutdown order came through. They pushed forward, and ended up opening on June 8. Owner Ted Koch said that with the shutdown, “Our entire model changed. I had built a business where people gather” and everything that Gull Lake had planned had to pivot. They’ve been working hard ever since to create what is essentially a whole new plan.
Koch and crew expanded the beer garden to a spacious 190 by 60 feet, and spent a lot of time designing and building the beautiful space. Because outdoor service really wasn’t what they had planned, they’ve had to come up with new systems and hired more staff. While they don’t offer food of their own, they do allow you to bring meals in, and they share a building with Pizza King, for an easy option.
Gull Lake Distilling offers a little bit of everything, from cocktails mixed with their own signature spirits, house-made wine, and four rotating beers every day. Brewed on a tiny 14-gallon home brew system, the beers on offer change pretty much every day. Koch’s step brother-in-law, Dennis Bennet, brews up a variety of styles, including the two flagship beers here. Alesburg is a light blonde style, and Batch 1 is an American Pale Ale that features all Michigan hops.
Not into beer? Check out the extensive cocktail menu. There are even several that are available to-go in a howler.
Ramshackle Brewing Company is a new brewery located in Jonesville.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
Ramshackle Brewing Company might have the smallest fully functional brewed on site tap room in Michigan.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
209 E. Chicago St.
Jonesville, MI 49250
(517) 826-5030
Ramshackle Brewing opened in July of 2019, offering six beers on tap in what they’ve been told is the “smallest fully functional brewed on-site tap room in Michigan,” according to Zack Bigelow, who owns Ramshackle along with his wife, Jessy, and their friend, Joe Kesselring. While he can’t confirm that this is true, it is pretty tiny. “The space was an alley space between two buildings in downtown Jonesville,” he said. “The site was perfect for our vision of being food-friendly and being in the walkable downtown.”
“Everything we do revolves around the community aspect of what a brewery can bring to the area,” Bigelow said. That means that the taproom features a custom mural that was created by seven local artists, working together while sharing their own personal styles. Everything in the taproom besides the brewing equipment has had a previous life with a different owner. “Our actual bar’s previous life was a sushi bar that we cleaned up and put a dry erase marker top for folks to doodle on,” he said. “We love finding old, worn-down things and giving them a new purpose.”
Beers here are kind of all over the map, so you’ll always find something interesting to try. “Our main inspiration for our beers is a modern representation on some historical beers as well as having fun with newer styles and trends,” Bigelow said. HB-40 is the brewery’s take on a hazy New England, and Staying Alive is a classic Biére de Garde featuring fruity and spicy notes derived from the yeast. German Drizzle is a German Altbier, a balanced style you don’t find on many menus.
Stop by and take a minute to relax and reconnect with friends. There is no TV here at Ramshackle, or blaring jukebox. “We pride ourselves on letting folks unwind by gathering, talking, sharing ideas, and just having direct human contact without all of the distractions of daily life,” Bigelow said.
You can also find Ramshackle ‘in the wild’ at these local spots: The Hunt Club of Hillsdale, Shorty’s Grill, The Olivia’s Chop House, and Saucy Dog’s BBQ!
Broad Leaf Local Beer is a sister brewery to Brewery Vivant.
Broad Leaf Local Beer owner Jason Spaulding along with his son Oliver Saaz, at the brewery in Kentwood Michigan.
2885 Lake Eastbrook Blvd
Kentwood, MI 49512
(616) 803-0602
Fresh off their first anniversary celebration, Broad Leaf Local Beer is the sister business to Brewery Vivant, serving up their own takes on traditional beer styles, without the Belgium twist that Vivant has. Broad Leaf owner Jason Spaulding is proud of his staff’s creativity during the current situation. “We have been going back to old-school methods and are all pulling together to be able to share what we all love with the amazing public that has been going out of their way to support us,” Spaulding said.
Broad Leaf brews up small batches of unique beers, ranging from American-style ales to sours, crisp lagers, dark porters and even a saison or two. Try the Hazy J, a lovely, juicy New England IPA loaded with Citra, Mosaic, and Eleanor hops. The Hazier J is another option, a bigger, smoother version with a kiss of lactose, and a warming 7.2% ABV. Sours here are lovely and balanced. The Paradise Mutation has notes of grapefruit, while the fruity and fresh Sour Lake has watermelon and lime in a tart base.
The beers are great partners with the eclectic menu here at Broad Leaf. A few staples like the very popular A Burger, that comes with two smash patties, American cheese, special sauce, pickled red onion, lettuce, and tomato, and a Peri Peri fried chicken, can always be enjoyed. Other items change according to a theme. Right now, it is Hawaiian, with such dishes as Momona Keiki, Spam Sliders, and Huli Huli Chicken.
Schaendorf Brewing is a unique spot in Allegan.
Schaendorf Brewing Company features fresh beef grown from the families own farm.
420 Water St.
Allegan, MI 49010
(269) 286-1059
Located in a beautifully restored historical building in charming Allegan, Schaendorf Brewing Company embodies the epitome of a true farm-to-table restaurant. Owned by the Schaendorf family, who are second generation owners of a local dairy farm, the brewery sources all of its meat direct from their own farm.
Ben Schaendorf founded the brewery in 2018, deciding to expand into some new business territory. Born and raised in Allegan, he and his wife, Nicole, knew that they wanted to help build up the downtown community. They bought the building, which over the years has housed everything from a car dealership to the home of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. It now is a wide open, bright and airy space, with exposed brick and beams, and a long bar along the wall where the brewery resides.
He brought on Kyle Heslip as his brewer, and he’s making some very solid beers on the seven-barrel system. We recommend a flight, that way you can try a little bit of everything. The Tiempo is a crisp little Mexican lager that pairs very nicely with the incredibly delicious burgers that they make here. Taps rotate pretty frequently, and there are usually at least 10 beers to sample.
On your way out, you can even purchase some of Schaendorf’s fresh and frozen beef to take home with you.
Hartland Brewing Company offers beer, wine and cider, as well as food to enjoy at their new spot in Hartland.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
Hartland Brewing Company head brewer Cory Fernelius gets ready to load some malt.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
1836 Old U.S. 23
Hartland, MI 48843
(810) 746-9141
Hartland Brewing Company is the passion project of Nikki and Ryan McDonald, who decided to take their experience in the restaurant and catering world and take a chance on their own place. They hired Cory Fernelius as their head brewer, trusting him to create their vision. Fernelius is a former home brewer who started experimenting back in 2013, and is a founder of the Genesee Brewers Club. He explained that he just “kept diving deeper into the science and art of the brew” and eventually landed a job at Falling Down Beer Company in Warren. The McDonald’s location in Hartland was closer to home for him, and the promise of getting to run his own brew house combined to make him an offer he couldn’t refuse.
“I enjoy bold flavor beers of all colors and flavors,” Fernelius said. “So if you can brew it, we will. We try to have something on for everyone at some point.”
Try their low-carb Hartland Classic Lite, a nice gateway craft beer that is a low 4.7% ABV. Like something a bit hoppy? The Hop Dodger is a bright West Coast IPA. Looking for a hop bomb? Look for the soon to be released Hop-a-lotta-pocalypse, which comes in at a warming 8.5% ABV.
Fernelius is pretty proud of the variety of styles they offer at Hartland. They typically have six mainstays on tap, along with about six taps that change frequently. “We also have a rotating fruited IPA and Fruit Ale, and you never know what you may find,” he said. “We will have our first lagers coming up for a month of Octoberfest, and have plans for sours, barrel aging and a few other tricks up our sleeve coming soon.” Sounds like it’s time to go see what is happening in Hartland.
Capstone IPA from Brick Haus Brews in Sparta.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
A plate of Waffle Nachos from Brick Haus Brews in Sparta. The dish features crispy waffle fries, housemade pico, cheddar, pickled jalapeños, and the house spicy sour cream.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
133 E. Division Ave.
Sparta, MI 49345
(616) 383-1155
Opening a brewery is never easy, but opening during a pandemic is even more challenging. Brick Haus was originally scheduled to open in March, and then the statewide shutdown occurred. Instead of having a grand opening, the brewery quickly pivoted.
“The team was able to begin a takeout operation in order to begin building brand awareness and providing a great dining option for the community,” said owner Michael Hermann. “The community quickly embraced the new business and that lead to a successful grand opening. Our official opening was the middle of June.”
Brick Haus is a family-run brewery. “Community connection is top priority for Brick Haus,” Hermann said. “It was important to us to build a space within the Sparta community that provided an atmosphere for all to gather, for any occasion, whether it be a business meeting, family dinner or to catch a sporting event.”
The brewery not only features a variety of beers, but also has a full bar. The food menu offers wood-fired pizzas, as well as fresh salads, and gourmet sandwiches. The pork belly BLT sounds like you need to have it in your life, and entrees feature comfort food like homemade mac and cheese, meatloaf and big bowls of chili. “Chef Matt Bendle has created a classic American fare menu sourcing local fresh ingredients, which he receives his inspiration from,” Hermann said.
Pair up one of these delicious dishes with one of the beers made on site. “Our brewer focuses on creating approachable beers with unique flavors,” Hermann said. “Brick Haus brews feature modern trends while exploiting the brewers’ favorite aspects of styles to create his own versions.”
North Grove Brewers owners, from left to right: Greg Peyer, RJ Nordlund, Jason Jaekel and Billy Darke.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
North Grove Brewers is located in Montague Michigan.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
North Grove Brewers
8735 Water St.
Montague, MI 49437
(231) 894-0144
“The overall theme of North Grove Brewers is family,” said RJ Nordlund, North Grove’s brewmaster and a partner in the business. “We like to say around here that beer is family and we want everyone who walks into our clubhouse treated as such. We call our taproom the clubhouse because that is the vibe we are going for. We have mounts hanging up on the walls, arcade games, dart boards, a pool table and a gorgeous biergarten.” Add on two large stages, one inside and one out, that typically feature local bands playing original songs, a jukebox, a deli featuring freshly-made sandwiches, salads and soups, and of course, some great beer, and you have a super fun community gathering place.
Nordlund partnered with Jason Jaekel, a fellow Montague native and a friend from high school who owned West Michigan Hopyards. Nordlund explained that while he was brewing at Bare Bones in Wisconsin, Jaekel paid him a visit. “He and his partners came to Oshkosh to visit the brewery and we started talking shop and decided that we should take what we know and bring it home,” he said. “I had already been working on the business plan for North Grove and Jason wanted a brewery in our hometown. His exact words to me were ‘I want to open a brewery in Montague, but I want to open your brewery’. From there we just kind of went for it, making plans.” The duo brought on Billy Darke, another Montague native and friend, and Greg Peyer, Nordlund’s father-in-law, as additional partners, and work began on building their dream.
Beers on tap are always changing at North Grove. “The greatest part of opening North Grove Brewers, for me, is the freedom,” Nordlund said. “We started with a blank canvas and now we get to do whatever we want with it. The beers I brew are always changing, I’m not distributing any of our beer and therefore aren’t tied down to certain production schedules. I have the freedom to make the beer that I want to drink and it is awesome. We have brewed a lot of different styles since opening, a lot of lagers, hoppy beers, Belgians, and more. So far, I have done 35 different recipes and have produced over 150 barrels of beer.”
A visit to Montague’s only brew pub is sure to be a great time, and you’ll sense the passion of the owners from the moment you enter. “We wanted our brewery to be the place where we want to hang out and be a reflection of our personalities, our beliefs, our upbringings and our journey to get to where we are today,” Nordlund said. “And of course to have really kick a** beer.”
Speciation Ales has just recently opened a new tasting room in Grand Rapids.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
There is lots of outdoor seating at the new Speciation Ales tasting room, which is tucked away behind another building on Wealthy Street in Grand Rapids.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
928 Wealthy St. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Speciation Artisan Ales opened a little over four years ago, with a unique business model. Originally, beer was only available through a pre-order, once a month. Their barrel-aged sours proved to be super popular, with most offerings quickly selling out. Speciation then opened an incredibly small tasting room that had limited hours, but where you could come and taste the very special beers made here.
Now, owner Mitch Ermatinger has just opened an all new tasting room, nestled in a strip along the busy Wealthy Street corridor in Grand Rapids. “The new tasting room is kind of a hidden gem along Wealthy Street,” Ermatinger said. “It’s literally tucked behind another building on Wealthy, so there’s a bit of a speakeasy vibe going on there. But it’s still right in the middle of the action on Wealthy. We don’t have a kitchen but customers are welcome to bring their own food or order takeout or delivery from one of our many restaurant neighbors.”
The new taproom has given Speciation a new lease on brewing, as they’ve stretched their fermentation skills beyond just beer. “We’ve evolved a lot over the last four years,” Ermatinger said. “Originally we focused exclusively on barrel-aged sour ales, but we’ve since expanded our scope to include natural wine, using Michigan grapes, and no added sulfites, and craft hard seltzer made with Michigan sugar and whole fruits.”
Five Shores Brewing is located in Beulah in beautiful Benzie County.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
Five Shores Brewing is located right on the shores of Crystal Lake, and features not just beer, but also cocktails, wine and appetizers.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
Five Shores Brewing
163 S. Benzie Blvd
Beulah, MI 49617
(231) 383-4400
What do you do when you decide to move to literal heaven on earth? You make it even better by deciding to open your very own brewery with a good friend. That’s how Five Shores got its start. Co-owner Oliver Roberts met his future business partner, Matt Demorest, at a tailgate in Ann Arbor about three years ago. The two decided to combine their different talents and expertise into one enterprise. Roberts had spent almost 10 years making beer at Wolverine Brewing Company in Ann Arbor, a brewery that is well-known for its outstanding lagers. Demorest had years of small business ownership, brand building and marketing experience. Together, the duo “immediately knew they had something special,” according to Roberts.
A desire to move back near family had them searching the Benzie County area for the perfect spot, which they found when they “discovered an old building in a small village called Beulah that many have passed by on U.S. 31, without knowing its charm and gorgeous public beach,” Roberts said. After half a year of building the business plan, and deciding what focus their beers would have, they were ready to open.
“We wanted to create an everyday beer menu with modern styles that focuses on huge flavors and aromas, but also easy-drinking lagers that go with a hot summer day,” Roberts says. Five Shores takes advantage of Roberts’ expertise with lagers, and also embraces the abundant fruit that grows in the area.
“If you visit us at Five Shores, you’ll notice our location is one-of-a-kind, nestled in a ’Hallmark’ movie of the month village, and just feet away from the ninth largest inland lake in Michigan,” Roberts said. “You can go swimming, biking, hiking, boating and end up at the brewery after all of those activities. It is truly a beer-cation when you visit us here at Five Shores.”
Alebird Taphouse is located in Byron Center, just south of Grand Rapids.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
The inside of Alebird Taphouse in Byron Center.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
2619 84th St. SW
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 583-8457
Located in downtown Byron Center, just south of Grand Rapids, Alebird Taphouse just celebrated their one-year anniversary. “We chose Byron Center because we wanted to bring something new and fresh to the area,” said managing partner Amy Harris. “We even rehabbed a 115-year-old historical building right in the downtown area.” The taproom features large floor-to-ceiling windows that let in lots of light, freshly refinished wood floors, and plenty of space to spread out in.
Seasonal menus offer hand-crafted food from the kitchen, with offerings that are just a bit more interesting than a typical pub menu. Pimento mac and cheese gets a crispy topping of crushed potato chips, and you can add your choice of scallops, jackfruit, crispy pork belly or chicken. Burgers can be made with beef, bison, or chickpeas. Go for something a bit healthier with one of their fresh bowls that come loaded with whole grains, greens, veggies and a variety of toppings and house-made dressings.
“We really love our traditional beers, but we take a lot of inspiration from our more experimental beers like our key lime milkshake IPA and getting our hands dirty hand picking the blueberries for our new blueberry beer,” Harris said. In addition to their own beers, Alebird features taps from other breweries, and you never know what might be on. “We always carry a variety of beers from breweries that we’re really excited about,” she said. Cocktails and wine are also available.
“When you visit Alebird, be prepared for a fun atmosphere with people who are passionate about incredible, exciting beers and delicious food,” Harris said. “We’ve fallen in love with this place and the great community that has been so welcoming.”
Copper Hop Brewing Company is located in St. Clair Shores.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
The outdoor patio at Copper Hop Brewing Company in St. Clair Shores.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
23401 Greater Mack Ave.
St. Clair Shores, MI 48080
(586) 204-7752
Downtown St. Clair Shores is home to new brewery Copper Hop. After looking around the east side for a location, partners Jeremy Lewis, Ryan Bolicki and Shaun Koltuniak “stumbled upon a building in downtown St. Clair Shores” according to Bolicki. “We had already gotten to know the other brewery owners in SCS, and with their support, we decided to try to help make SCS a brewery destination on the east side.” he said.
“The idea for our brewery all started out with a couple friends drinking at a party, enjoying some home brew beer that my partner, Jeremy, had made,” Bolicki said. “We had this party annually, and Jeremy always brewed the beer for it, and by the second one I was telling Jeremy we needed to open a brewery.”
Copper Hop offers beer, cider and wine, with usually about 12 beers on tap. Beer names are top-notch here. Try the ‘All I Wanted To Be A Mariachi’ a light Mexican Vienna-style lager that’s an easy drinker, or the “You Haven’t Even Got A Name Tag” extra special bitter. “Pardon My French” is a farmhouse saison, while “Gonna Need A Bigger Boat” is a hazy New England IPA. A cherry cider called “I’m Not Bad, I’m Just Drawn That Way” sounds tasty, and “Hawaii Five Mang-O” is packed full of tropical fruit.
“Our atmosphere is pretty unique,” Bolicki said. “Our goal was to make the inside of the brewery warm and inviting, and create a nice ambiance. We have a little something for everyone. People can expect a warm, welcoming environment with the best staff around. Our staff is honestly one of the best things about our brewery as they are all awesome and take great care of our patrons. In addition to that we just opened our new outdoor side patio that accommodates seating for just over 40 people.”
The brewing program at KVCC has grown over the last few years, and you can now stop by and taste the results.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
The brew system at KVCC is training a new generation of professional brewers.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
Kalamazoo Valley Community College Sustainable Brewing School
418 Restaurant
418 E. Walnut St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 548-3200
The brewing program at KVCC has been around for almost six years, training and educating a new generation of brewers. Now anyone can stop by and try the students’ creations at KVCC’s culinary dining program’s restaurant, the 418. They serve the beer brewed in the program to diners, and also offer crowlers and growlers of beer to-go.
The program prides itself on being a “sustainable brewing school,” according to instructor Brian Lindberg. It’s a very small system that students brew on. Each batch only makes 1 hectoliter of beer, or 26 gallons. Lindberg explained that learning how to size up batches is an important part of the job, and this size system allows the students to brew a greater variety of beers each term.
You never know what might be on tap at the 418. It might be anything from a traditional style to something entirely experimental dreamed up by the students. Hours are limited right now for dining in, but curbside pick-up for beers is available.
ByGeorge Brewing Company's co-owner George Schultz at the taproom in Munising.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
ByGeorge Brewing Company in Munising.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
231 E. Superior St
Munising, MI 49862
(906) 387-2739
They have 14 taps flowing at the new ByGeorge Brewing Company in Munising. And not just beer, they also offer cider and mead at this charming new addition to the Michigan beer scene. Owners George Schultz and Matt Johnson are, according to their website, “ditching the everyday, 9-5 lifestyle to pursue their passion for brewing ... and beer.”
The seven-barrel brew house in Munising is the perfect spot for Schultz and Johnson to create libations for their hometown. According to Schultz, the duo is well-prepared for their new venture. “I have 17 years of homebrewing experience, including bachelor’s degrees in chemistry and pharmacy, which put us in a good position to rock out good beer out of the gates,” he said. “Matt has 20 years construction experience, and spearheads the quality control aspect of the business.”
Try their flagship ale the “Maize-N-Grace,” a Yooper take on a German-style Kölsch, or the dark and sultry “Nighthawk,” an Irish stout with notes of coffee and vanilla. You can grab a seat inside, or curbside pick-up of crowlers of beer is available.
Pink Barrel Cellars is located inside Ed Dunnebeck and Girls Farm Market.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
Pink Barrel Cellars offers beer, wine and cider, using ingredients grown on the Dunnebeck farm.Courtesy Photo, used with permission.
3025 Six Mile Road
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 784-0058
Pink Barrel Cellars is the taproom located inside the popular Grand Rapids farm and market Ed Dunneback and Girls. Pink Barrel features beer, wine and cider made using ingredients that are grown right on the farm.
Try the classic Dunnebeck blonde, a light and refreshing classic brew. Razz Rhubarb Gose is tart and bright with just a touch of salt, while the Honeycrisp Ale is made with apples from their own orchards. Heirloom Cider uses special heirloom apples, while another version is blended with homegrown peaches. Traditional wine varietals as well as fruit wines are also available.
Pair any of these brews up with something from Pink Barrel’s kitchen. Start off with a seasonal dip, like jalapeno or margherita, then head into one of their specialty pizzas, or a burger or brat from local butcher Sobie’s Meats. Fresh and local is what it’s all about at Pink Barrel.
A flight of Fleur de Mac on the patio at Biére de Mac.
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Mango Gold - A tart refresher from Mitten Brewing Company (May 15)
Refreshin’ Session Pack - A new low cal, low ABV variety pack from Short’s Brewing Company (May 8)
Tree Love - A new low cal offering from Cheboygan Brewing (May 1)
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