1. Sip Big, Bold Brews and Celebrate Local Flavor at Wisconsin Brewing Company
Anybody who loves beer knows that it’s part of Wisconsin’s cultural DNA. Not only does beer make up a huge part of Wisconsin’s history, it’s also a huge part of the state’s heritage (and daily diet, for that matter). The Wisconsin Brewing Company aims to build on that heritage and legacy 12 ounces at a time with their stellar line up of craft beers and their hard-working team. While the top draw of the brewery is, without a doubt, their draft beers, one of the most awesome things to do at the Wisconsin Brewing Company is to take a tour of their facilities. The tour allows guests and fellow beer lovers to get a first-hand look at how the Wisconsin Brewing Company does what they do and the amount of love and care that goes into it.
Address: 1079 American Way, Verona, Wisconsin 53593, Phone: 608-848-1079
2. Raise a Glass to Green Bay Spirit and Craft Excellence at Badger State Brewing
Located in the blossoming entertainment driven neighborhood known as the “Stadium District”, the Badger State Brewing Companyy gives beer lovers access to an award-winning destination in Wisconsin. A craft brewery, beer garden, taproom and upscale event hall rolled into one, the Badger State Brewing Company offers 24 beers on tap, each of which originate from within the state and 6 of which are crafted by them. Some of Badger State’s year-round offerings include the Peninsula Pils, the Bunyan Badger and the Green Chop Session IPA. Seasonal offerings and experimental brews also frequently make an appearance on tap while 7 guest taps are also available year-round.
Address: 990 Tony Canadeo Run, Green Bay, Wisconsin 54304, Phone: 920-634-5687
3. If Hearty Pints and Small-Town Charm Make You Smile, Visit Grumpy Troll Brew Pub
Brewing the most unique beers under the sun, the Grumpy Troll Brew Pub is beloved in Wisconsin and boasts of a silver medal at the 2016 World Beer Cup. The brewery is led by Mark Knoebl, a longtime home and commercial brewer with a penchant for beer-ific experimentation and a diploma from the Siebel Institute of Technology. With 12 ales and lagers available on tap, the Grumpy Troll Brew Pub invites patrons to try their sample tray first, so you can figure out which one of their brews you like the best. Enjoy your pint with a slice of specialty and classic style gourmet pizza from the pizzeria on the second floor to get the best out of your Grumpy Troll experience.
Address: 105 S. 2nd Street, Mount Horeb, Wisconsin 53572, Phone: 608-437-2739
4. Taste Bold, Creative Beers and Chill Vibes at Karben4 Brewing
Founded in 2012 by three eccentric buddies with a taste for craft beer, Karben4 Brewing started as a small operation with their beer available on tap straight out of their taproom. Since then, the brewery has been pumping out one amazing brew after another and continues to grow in scale to this day. Karben4 currently has 14 brews being bottled, 12 of which are available on draft at their brewpub. The brewery also expects to release 7 new brews in the near future much to the delight of their growing fanbase. If you plan to visit their taproom, make sure to come hungry as Karben4 offers a hearty menu with most ingredients made in house.
Address: 3698 Kinsman Boulevard, Madison, Wisconsin 53704, Phone: 608-241-4812
5. Relax With European-Style Ales and River Views at Lazy Monk Brewing
Featuring modern artisan beers inspired by tradition, Lazy Monk Brewing LLC in Eau Claire is a European craft brewery with a love for traditional Bohemian and German style beers. Each of their brews are hand-crafted and feature the use of only the best imported grains and hops that their crew can get their hands on. Regulars rave about Lazy Monk’s two flagship beers - the Bohemian Pilsner and the Bohemian Dark Lager. Just because they focus on Bohemian and German beers doesn’t mean that they don’t do anything else though. Lazy Monk also does a heck of a job when it comes to ales and IPAs. Their pub currently has 12 rotating seasonal taps and invites guests to come enjoy them along with their flagships at their family friendly Bier Hall and Garden.
Address: 97 West Madison Street, Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54702, Phone: 712-271-0848
6. Tour, Taste, and Toast the Brew City Spirit at Milwaukee Brewing Company
When the Milwaukee Brewing Company was first founded, their dream was to brew top quality beers that weren’t just unique, but also committed to sustainability, business ethics and the passion driven art of brewing. From the time that their first beer was produced in October of 1997, it became clear that their dream became a reality. Today, the Milwaukee Brewing Company features year-round and seasonal releases to tempt even the choosiest of beer drinkers. They continue to source only the best that local ingredients have to offer while remaining committed to their non-conformist and passionate attitude towards beer crafting and creating.
Address: 1128 N 9th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, Phone: 414-226-2337
7. Step Into One of America’s Oldest Breweries and Savor History at Minhas Craft Brewery
Undoubtedly one of the top breweries in the country, Minhas Craft Brewery is owned and led by the husband and couple tandem of Ravinder and Manjit Minhas. Minhas now brews over a dozen different kinds of beer with premium brews like the Clear Creek Ice, Boxer Lager, and Huber Premium, Craft Brews like the Lazy Mutt Farmhouse Ale and 1845 Pils, and even Malt Liquors like Axehead. In addition to their tasty beer brews, Minhas Craft Brewery also produces a range of flavored malt beverages for those who want a taste of something different and several kinds of sodas for your kids to enjoy.
Address: 1208 14th Avenue, Monroe, Wisconsin 53566, Phone: 800-233-7205
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