Proprietor and mastermind Mitch Ermatinger, along with wife and partner, Whitney, opened Speciation Artisan Ales in Comstock Park in January 2017. They have since relocated Speciation to the Uptown…
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Grand Rapids was named Beer City USA in 2012 and 2013, thanks to our booming craft brewery industry. You can raise a pint of local beer in a variety of diverse environments around town. Grand Rapids…
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One of the beautiful aspects about the rise of craft beer in the United States is the tendency for breweries to settle into amazing buildings. Fortunately for Grand Rapids, many of the breweries have…
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Byron Center, about 20 minutes southwest of downtown Grand Rapids, joined the local craft beer scene when the city’s first and only brewery, Alebird Taphouse and Brewery, opened its doors in May 2019…
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With more than 50 breweries along the Ale Trail in the greater Grand Rapids area, it’s no wonder the city is known as Beer City, USA. However, only a couple of decades ago, Grand Rapids wasn’t nearly…
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When Kris and Jason Spaulding opened the doors to Brewery Vivant in 2010, the French and Belgian inspired beers opened eyes to styles of beer rarely seen in Grand Rapids, and even West Michigan as a…
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The local craft beer scene has put Grand Rapids on the international map as a destination for all things rich in hops, malt and yeast. In turn, consumers have become enthusiasts who demand more from…
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Craft breweries, especially in Grand Rapids, are leading a sustainability movement. Each brewery has its own way of tackling that issue. Here are six breweries influencing the way Grand Rapids…
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Voted Beer City USA in nationwide polls, named Best Beer Town and Best Beer Scene by USA Today, Grand Rapids is an essential destination for beer lovers. Choose from the following to create your…
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Not only does Grand Rapids have a plethora of breweries, but many of these breweries offer tasty meals to pair with their award-winning brews. We asked locals what breweries they recommend for savory…
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