Outside the entrance to the Dust Bowl Brewing Co. taproom in Monterey, California

Outside the entrance to the Dust Bowl Brewing Co. taproom in Monterey, California

Dust Bowl Brewing Co.

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. produced its first beer in May 2009. The company is owned by Brett and Karen Tate and Brett and Camy Honoré, who became the Tate’s business partners in 2010. The company built and moved its production to a 30,000 sq. ft. brewery and taproom, located in Turlock, California, in June 2016.

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. beers are available in 5.2 and 15.5 gallon kegs along with selected styles in 22 oz. and 12 oz. bottles and 16 oz. and 12 oz. cans. Distribution includes Central and Northern California, parts of Southern California, Nevada and Oklahoma.

The craft brewery showcases a wide variety of its beers at its two Turlock, California taproom locations, the Brewery Taproom and the Downtown Taproom, and in Monterey, California at its Tap Depot.

History

The tale begins back in the 1930s. The Tate family loaded their Model A and left Oklahoma for a journey that would prove fruitful for generations to come. The Great Depression coupled with life in the Dust Bowl corridor had nearly dried up everything the Tate family had – except, of course, their thirst for success and love for each other. Determined to thrive, Grandpa Tate became a real-life hobo, riding the rails in pursuit of work and a few dollars to feed his family. Ultimately, the Tates survived and settled in California, where they raised their children to appreciate hard work, love for family, a hearty sense of humor, and a craving for new frontiers.

Fast forward to 2006 and Turlock, California, a small community located in the agriculturally rich Central Valley and home to Brett Tate, a third generation Tate family member. A retired high school teacher and coach of 20 years, Brett was cultivating a passion for brewing and searching for a way to make his dream a reality. His good fortune came in the way of the morning paper, which seemed to deliver just the news he needed.

Tucked between Sports and Weather was an article featuring a young brewer named Don Oliver, winner of the 2006 Samuel Adams Longshot Homebrew competition. Not only was Don an experienced home brewer, he shared Brett’s desire to start a brewery. Pioneers in their own right, Brett and Don came together determined to craft some of the finest brews ever to emerge from Central California.

In May 2009, Dust Bowl Brewing Co. produced its first beer known as Hops of Wrath IPA.

In 2010, Central Valley native Brett Honoré joined in partnership with Brett Tate, and in August 2011 the company opened the Downtown Taproom in the heart of Turlock. After several years of steady success and growing demand, the need for a larger facility and expanded production was clear. The Dust Bowl Brewing Co. team embarked on a new adventure, building a 30,000 square-foot facility to house a new brewery and restaurant to compliment the downtown location. The Brewery Taproom opened in July 2016, and features two 20 tap towers, a full-service restaurant, indoor and patio seating, brewery views, Beer Garden, corn hole, bocce, tours, special events and more.

Today, the company’s third taproom, known as the Tap Depot, is located in Monterey, California and opened in June 2019. Situated next to the world-famous Fisherman’s Wharf, the stand-alone building was originally built in 1874 as a train depot. The decor plays into the rich Monterey references of acclaimed author, John Steinbeck, which ties back to the Dust Bowl Brewing brand story. The Tap Depot offers 24 taps, indoor seating and an outdoor patio with a communal fire pit, heaters, corn hole, and easy access to the resident food truck.

More information may be found at dustbowlbrewing.com.

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. is an independent craft brewer.

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Inside the Tap Room of Dust Bowl Brewing Co. in Turlock, California

Inside the Tap Room of Dust Bowl Brewing Co. in Turlock, California

This brewery has multiple locations.

Outside the Dust Bowl Brewing Co. production facility in Turlock, California

Outside the Dust Bowl Brewing Co. production facility in Turlock, California

Turlock Brewery & Taproom

  • 3000 Fulkerth Rd
  • Turlock, CA 95380-9403
  • United States
  • (209) 634-1934

Taproom Hours The schedule provided is based on the information available from the brewery at the time this page was published and is subject to change. Hours may also vary on holidays or for special events. Refer to the brewery website or check out their social media accounts for the latest information. Submit corrections via the form on this page.

  • Sunday: 11 AM - 9 PM
  • Monday: 11 AM - 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM - 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM - 9 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM - 9 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM - 10 PM

No Brewery Tour Info

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This brewery has multiple locations.

Outside on the patio at Dust Bowl Brewing Co. in downtown Turlock, California

Outside on the patio at Dust Bowl Brewing Co. in downtown Turlock, California

Turlock Downtown Taproom

  • 200 W Main St
  • Turlock, CA 95380
  • United States
  • (209) 250-2042

Taproom Hours The schedule provided is based on the information available from the brewery at the time this page was published and is subject to change. Hours may also vary on holidays or for special events. Refer to the brewery website or check out their social media accounts for the latest information. Submit corrections via the form on this page.

  • Sunday: 11 AM - 9 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM - 11 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM - 11 PM

No Brewery Tour Info

Either a brewery tour is not available at this location, isn’t offered on a set schedule, or that information hasn’t been made available.

This brewery has multiple locations.

Outside the taproom at Dust Bowl Brewing Co. in Monterey, California

Outside the taproom at Dust Bowl Brewing Co. in Monterey, California

Monterey Tap Depot

  • 290 Figueroa St
  • Monterey, CA 93940
  • United States
  • (831) 641-7002

Taproom Hours The schedule provided is based on the information available from the brewery at the time this page was published and is subject to change. Hours may also vary on holidays or for special events. Refer to the brewery website or check out their social media accounts for the latest information. Submit corrections via the form on this page.

  • Sunday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Monday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM - 10 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM - 10 PM

No Brewery Tour Info

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Beers

A selection of beers from Dust Bowl Brewing Co.

Beer NameStyleABVIBUsCal.Rating
“The Great Impression” Stock Ale ReviewEnglish Old Ale11.43423.8
10 Lizzy Review Wee Heavy8.52553.81
10th Anniversary Barrel Aged Blend Review American Strong Ale12.03603.97
Amber Ale Review American Amber Ale7.12130
Baltic Porter Review Baltic Porter9.32793.54
Barrel Aged Black Blizzard Review Russian Imperial Stout11.53454.27
Barrel Stock ReviewEnglish Old Ale11.43424.27
Belgian Review Dubbel8.32493.29
Belgian Blonde Review Belgian Blond Ale6.61983.57
Belgian Blonde – Boysenberry Review Belgian Blond Ale6.41920

News

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. in the News

Dust Bowl Brewing Releases “Kash Crop Orange Mango Ale”

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. announces the release of Kash Crop Orange Mango Ale, the latest addition to the Northern California brewery’s year-round portfolio. Read More

Dust Bowl Brewing Releases “Tomorrow’s Clear” West Coast IPA

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. has added to its specialty portfolio with the release of Tomorrow’s Clear West Coast India Pale Ale. Read More

Dust Bowl Brewing Adds “Peace, Love & Haze” to Year-Round Lineup

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. expands its year-round portfolio with the introduction of Peace, Love & Haze, now available in 6 packs of 12 oz. cans. Read More

Dust Bowl Brewing Introduces Supine Mega IPA

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. announced the release of Supine Mega IPA, an aggressively hopped and strong beer, as its first new specialty package in 2020. Read More

Dust Bowl Brewing Makes Distribution Changes in Nevada, Northeast California

Dust Bowl Brewing Co. signs with two new wholesalers, Great Basin Beverage, serving northern Nevada, and Alpine Beverage, serving northeast California. Read More

Dust Bowl Brewing Opens Taproom in Monterey, California

The Dust Bowl Brewing Company has opened another satellite taproom in Monterey, California. Known as the Tap Depot, it’s the third taproom opened by the brewery. Read More