Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales was founded in 2004 as the first all sour oak brewery in the United States. They are dedicated to more than the traditions of old-world craftsmanship. Everything they do is designed to create ales of outstanding art and flavor. Focusing on traditional rustic country style beers brought to life through a labor of love, create beers that lighten the spirit and soothe the soul. Read More
Established in 1997 by two craft beer enthusiasts — Dave Engbers and Mike Stevens — with day jobs and a dream, Founders Brewing Co. brews complex, in-your-face ales, with huge aromatics and tons of flavor. Founders ranks among the top 10 largest craft breweries in the U.S. and is one of the fastest growing. The brewery has received numerous awards from the World Beer Cup and the Great American Beer Festival and RateBeer and BeerAdvocate users often rate its beers among the best in the world. Located in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan, Founders is a member of the Michigan Brewers Guild. Read More
Eastern Market Brewing Company (EMBC) opened in 2017 and has since become the fastest-growing craft brewery in Detroit, Michigan. With a lot of hard work and an elephant-sized amount of luck, we landed in Eastern Market to pursue our dreams of opening an intensely local brewery. We create classics that continue the tradition of craft beer in the city of Detroit, plus one-of-a-kind beers with local flavor that only the freshest Eastern Market ingredients can provide. At EMBC, we’re always brewing and you’re always welcome. Read More
Born in Detroit. Raised everywhere. Atwater Brewery is the largest brewery in Detroit and has been a major part of the city’s brewing tradition in the historic Rivertown District. The brewery makes unapologetic German Style Craft Lagers and Specialty Ales in our 100 year old building. The top-selling beers include the Dirty Blonde and Vanilla Java Porter. The company also has locations in Grosse Pointe Park and Grand Rapids. Read More
Former Detroit Red Wings star defenseman Chris Chelios claims to have pounded beers while being benched during the 2009 Winter Classic hockey game. Read More
Founders Brewing Co. announced that their Grand Rapids and Detroit taprooms will reopen from Wednesdays to Sundays, 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Read More
Founders Brewing Co. will furlough 163 employees in Michigan due to the ongoing coronavirus closure for a period of up to six months. Read More
Atwater Brewery is tapping its most successful aged beer, the 2020 Barrel-Aged VJ Black Imperial Stout at its Detroit, Grosse Point and Grand Rapids taprooms. Read More
Founders Brewing Co. reopened its Detroit taproom after indefinitely closing last October amid backlash of a now-settled racial discrimination lawsuit. Read More
Molson Coors and Atwater Brewery had been discussing a possible sale over the past two years according to Atwater’s CEO, Mark Rieth. Read More
For years, small and independent U.S. craft breweries have been turning the beer world upside down. Their ability to take risks, innovate flavors and build better communities has made the U.S. the craft beer capital of the world.
To proudly display that independent spirit, the Brewers Association created a symbol to unify U.S. craft breweries and those who want to support them. This certified mark gives beer lovers an easy way to identify independent craft beer.
Learn more about what it means to be an Independent Craft Brewer by visiting the Brewers Association.
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