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Main & Mill Brewing Co. opens Central Tap in Festus
The concept features a nostalgic pop culture vibe and will offer a variety of beverages
Blue Jay Brewing named Best Brewery of the Year by Vinepair Next Wave Awards 2025!
Blue Jay Brewing named Best Brewery of the Year by Vinepair Next Wave Awards 2025!
Is the craft beer scene in St. Louis dead? Jordan Palmer (Drink314) weighs in
St. Louis Magazine’s resident beer expert Jordan Palmer joins ‘Arch Eats’ to set the record straight on the local beer scene amid a wave of recent brewery closures.
Good News Brewing to take over former Ferguson Brewing space
The O’Fallon-based brand hopes to maintain the landmark building’s role as a neighborhood gathering place.
Two St. Louis Breweries shine at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival
Huge congratulations to our friends at Side Project Brewing and Narrow Gauge Brewing Company for bringing home medals from this year’s Great American Beer Festival Awards Competition in Denver!
Master Cicerone Neil Witte Visits Blue Jay Brewing Company
Big things were brewing in St. Louis this weekend as Master Cicerone Neil Witte of Ritual Pour stopped by Blue Jay Brewing Company
38 St. Louis beers for fall that don’t taste like pumpkin
From crisp lagers and tart sours to oatmeal stouts and malt-heavy browns, St. Louis breweries prove that pumpkin doesn’t need to dominate fall.
Arch Nemesis Brewing closing in Chesterfield
Owner Jim Hofer’s comic book–themed nano brewery at The District specialized in kombucha and small-batch beer.
Steampunk Brew Works in Town & Country closing
Owner David Deaton, who is retiring, hopes that someone steps forward to continue operating the homebrew supply shop and taproom.
Fuddle Duddle Coffee Co. opens inside Old Bakery Beer Co. in Alton
The coffee brand, launched in late 2024 by Old Bakery co-owners and employees Lauren Rogalsky and C Fleck, is the latest addition to the brewery’s growing offerings.
Little Lager will open second location in former Fortune Teller Bar space
Things are stirring in Benton Park West: 2635 Cherokee St., once home to the Fortune Teller Bar, will soon welcome Little Lager’s second location.
Good News Brewing Co. opens new location in Wildwood
Looking for a good time in West County? Head to Good News Brewing Co.’s new location at 2603 West Ave. in Wildwood for a pick-me-up of some hot pizza and cold beer.
Podcast - What’s New In The Lou: Episode 11: Old Bakery Beer
Old Bakery Beer Company is more than a craft brewery, it’s a community hub. This year they are celebrating 10 years in Alton, Illinois.
St. Louis breweries serving the best fall beers
Local breweries are rolling out rich stouts, spiced pumpkin ales and crisp lagers that capture the flavors of the season.
Side Project's "For Friends" beer available through September for a good cause
Last year, the brewery raised and donated $7,000 in the month of September, honoring Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
Natural History Brewing Collective brings big flavor to low-ABV brews
Kyle Matthias, a 2023 Feast Rising Star, is making beer his own unique way with Natural History Brewing Collective, a small-batch, pop-up producer.
Brew in the Lou returns to Francis Park on Oct. 11
The 13th annual Brew in the Lou festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 11, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Lily Pond in Francis Park.
12 Oktoberfest celebrations happening around St. Louis
September kicks off Oktoberfest festivities around the St. Louis area, with the celebrations continuing during the month of October.
Kenrick’s and Alpha Brewing toast 80 years with a special Oktoberfest
Kenrick’s and Alpha Brewing toast 80 years with a special Oktoberfest Only available at Kenrick’s Meat Market, the commemorative beer is a rebranding of Alpha’s seasonal Oktoberfest.
The 8 Most Scenic Breweries in the U.S.
Craft breweries may be manufacturing businesses, but more and more are embracing their natural surroundings. Here's where to pull up a stool for a pint and some fresh air.