Michigan breweries worth the drive, and the Uber ride back home

By Metro Times editorial staff on Sat, Aug 10, 2019 at 10:27 am

The craft brewery scene is all the rage lately, and luckily for us, Michigan has been offering exciting beer-soaked spots for years. These breweries across the Mitten are truly worthy of you time, money, and the Uber/Lyft ride back home.

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Stroh's at Brew Detroit

300 River Pl. Dr. #5000, Detroit
Bernhard Strogh combined a dream and a beer recipe to create the notable family-owned Stroh’s brewing company of Detroit. Not only did the company become the largest in the city, but it also became the third-largest in the country. Though the brewery was sold to Pabst in 1999, Stroh’s again began being brewed in the city in 2016, at Brew Detroit.

Photo via Brew Detroit / Facebook

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Detroit Beer Company

1529 Broadway St., Detroit
Over 15 years ago, the Detroit Beer Company began residing in the Hartz Building, a historic landmark. Guests are able to get up close and personal with the brewing process, which sits on the first floor of the building. The menu consists of an array of American cuisine such as fresh salads, pasta, unique sandwiches, and even a kid’s menu for the younger crowd.

Photo via Detroit Beer CO / Facebook

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Olde Peninsula Brewpub & Restaurant

200 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
The Olde Peninsula Brewpub & Restaurant was the first of its kind in Kalamazoo when it opened on St. Patrick’s Day in 1996. Current owners Marie and Steve Blinn run their business with the goal of serving the freshest beer possible, which is brewed on site in their very own seven-barrel Brewhouse.

Photo via Google Maps

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Right Brain Brewery

225 E. 16th St., Traverse City
Located on 16th Street in Traverse City’s SoFo District, Right Brain Brewery brings in over 150,000 customers a year looking to enjoy its over 30 choices of beers. Best known for its delicious waffle sandwiches, the brewery also has an extract-free drink policy, and all ingredients included come from the ground.

Photo via Google Maps

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Arcadia Ales

701 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
The best way to enjoy beer and BBQ is having a nice waterfront view to overlook while doing so. Kalamazoo’s Arcadia Ales stretches over 400 feet of Downtown Kalamazoo, offering live music and a pet-friendly beer garden, as well as water and walking trail activities.

Photo via Google Maps

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Newaygo Brewing

19 State Rd., Newaygo
One of Newaygo Brewing’s desires is to find local ingredients and buy from Michigan businesses’ products to incorporate within their beer and food. Co-founders Nick and Kristi Looman enjoy supporting other local companies and offer favorites like their artisan pizzas, from-scratch desserts, versatile tap list, English cask ales, and welcoming environment.

Photo via Google Maps

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Bell's Brewery

355 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo
In 1985, a home-brewing supply shop founded by Larry Bell, was known as the Kalamazoo Brewing Company that would begin selling its own beer as well as producing 135 barrels in its first year. Now titled Bell’s Brewery, the company has expanded with a specialized brewpub called the Eccentric.

Photo courtesy of Bell’s Brewery

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Dragonmead Microbrewery

14600 E. Eleven Mile Rd., Warren
Founded in 1997, and before the introduction of the craft beer craze in Michigan, Medieval-themed Dragonmead Microbrewery offers over 40 different styles of beer and over 15 selections of Dragonmead-made wine and mead. The brewery offers a select food choice for the daily special on Thursday through Saturday. Customers can also enjoy a cheese tray or beer ice cream.

Photo via Google Maps

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Old Boys Brewhouse Inc

971 Savidge St., Spring Lake
Some may argue that weekends at Old Boys Brewhouse have a leg up on the weekdays because of the live music, but any day guarantees original recipes that create specialized craft beer. These beers, whether inspired by a dog, childhood memory, rock concert, or a good meal, all have the intent of providing something fun and fresh for patrons.

Photo via Old Boys Brewhouse / Facebook

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