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James Ottolini Named CEO of Schlafly Beer
Ottolini has worked with Schlafly in various roles for over 24 years. He has worked in all aspects of the brewing industry since 1992 and has an Executive MBA from Washington University.
Interruption Brewing to open taproom in O’Fallon, Missouri
After years of small-scale brewing, the owners plan to open a dedicated taproom and brewery in the former Good News Brewing space.
Andrew Cisneros refreshes Rockwell Beer Co. food program with Peruvian-inspired menu
Rockwell Beer Co. teams up with Brasas and Jalea chef-owner Andrew Cisneros for a new menu rooted in Peruvian flavor and American comfort
4 Hands Brewing Co. brings Cocktails and Claws holiday pop-up to Kirkwood
Downtown Kirkwood is getting into the holiday spirit. 4 Hands Brewing Co.’s first ever holiday pop-up, Cocktails and Claws,
A guide to St. Louis stouts this season
From Irish pub pours to imperial sippers, St. Louis breweries offer an entire month of reasons to rediscover stout season beyond bourbon-aged options.
4 Hands Brewing Co.’s Kevin Lemp shares his top 5 community partnerships
4 Hands Brewing Co. President Kevin Lemp has long made community impact as core to the brewery’s identity as the beer itself. As he shared on The Sauce podcast episode that aired earlier this week, philanthropy isn’t a side project: it’s integral to the brand.
Anheuser-Busch to open pop-up speakeasy for the holidays
The Bevo Bottling Plant’s storied hospitality room reopens as an exclusive experience during Brewery Lights.
St. Louis Brewers Bring Home 27 Medals at the Inaugural Missouri Beer Cup
The greater St. Louis region brought home 27 total medals—more than any other part of Missouri—spanning every major beer style from crisp lagers to bold porters and inventive adjunct stouts!
Go for the beer, but stay for the chili at Schlafly's Full Moon Festival
Perhaps the biggest draw is the Chef Chili Cook-Off, where acclaimed St. Louis chefs compete against one another to showcase their signature chili recipes.
Budweiser’s 2025 holiday lineup nods to St. Louis history
Beginning November 3, Budweiser will release its 2025 holiday can, depicting the iconic Clydesdale eight-horse hitch
What’s New In The Lou: Episode 18: Brewing Tradition and Community with Schlafly Beer
In this episode, Alexis Zotos sits down with the brewery's CEO, David Schlafly
Tickets on sale for 40th Anheuser-Busch Brewery Lights
The event opens on Nov. 22. Tickets are $12 for adults.
Perennial on the Trail opens in Kirkwood
The new taproom and cocktail bar from Perennial Artisan Ales and Common Ritual Whiskey is now open on Grant’s Trail.
4 Hands Brewing enters the THC beverage market
Zest, Raz, and Trop will be available beginning November 7 at 4 Hands locations and statewide beginning November 10.
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!