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Side Project Brewing Launches New Farm Club Subscription Program
Fans of Side Project Brewing now have a new way to enjoy the brewery's acclaimed barrel-aged beers without making a trip to Maplewood.
Urban Chestnut Brewing Company Launches “Raise a Pint for St. Louis” Fundraiser Supporting Tornado Relief
One year after devastating tornadoes impacted communities in St. Louis, recovery and rebuilding efforts are still ongoing. To support continued relief efforts, Urban Chestnut Brewing Company is launching its “Raise a Pint for St. Louis” fundraiser throughout the month of May at both of its Taste Room locations.
Podcast: Whats New In The Lou - Budweiser Turns 150
In Episode 41, Alexis Zotos sits down with Tracy Lauer, Director of Archives for Anheuser-Busch, to take a look back at the history behind one of the most iconic beer brands in the world.
Interruption Brewing in O’Fallon, Missouri, nears opening
After years of small-batch brewing, the team is finalizing its beer lineup, menu, and staff ahead of a long-awaited debut.
Side Project Brewing wins Silver medal at 2026 World Beer Cup
Side Project Brewing was awarded a Silver award in the German-Style Schwarzbier beer style category for its Tamno Pivo, a amno started as a German Schwarzbier and morphed into a hybrid with a Czech dark lager that was brewed in collaboration with St. Louis based Balkan Treat Box.
4 Hands celebrates 10 years of City Wide Pale Ale
To mark the milestone, 4 Hands is launching a yearlong Thank-You Tour, featuring collaborations with 10 St. Louis businesses, ranging from restaurants to dessert makers and retailers.
What happened to Stag beer?
While some old-school local beers sadly died out, a fair number have survived — including Belleville, Illinois' Stag beer.
Crafting Community: Kevin Lemp (4Hands Brewing)
How Kevin Lemp and 4Hands Brewing redefined what a St. Louis Brewery can be.
Sauce Magazine : Ones to Watch 2026 // Jared Williamson
Why watch him: Schlafly’s head brewer is exploring beer’s next frontier
The Brass Tap now open in Olivette
Kush and Prapti Patel’s upscale sports bar offers local brews, wine, cocktails, and pub fare—with plans for four more area locations.
A pop-up beer and wine garden is coming to the Boathouse at Forest Park this spring
The Boathouse at Forest Park will open a beer and wine garden in April to bridge the gap while the facility undergoes renovations this year.
Schlafly expands Shorty’s line
Lager, Lemon Wheat, and Small IPA are now available year-round in cans and on draft.
Podcast: Schlafly Beer Head Brewer Jared Williamson joins The Sauce podcast this week.
Schlafly Beer Head Brewer Jared Williamson joins The Sauce podcast this week.
Support St. Louis in the 2026 USA Today 10 Best Reader Choice Awards
Our great city and three local breweries can use your help, this year St. Louis has once again been nominated as a finalist in the USA Today 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards for Best Beer City.
You can cast a vote every day in each category.
St. Louis beer earns four nods in 2026 USA Today 10Best Awards
The St. Louis beer scene is back on the ballot for the 2026 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, a reminder that despite recent brewery closures and a few contractions, this beer town is still energized—and always evolving. Voting runs through late February, with winners announced in early March.
Schlafly Tap Room hosts Art InSide this weekend
Building on the success of the longstanding Art Outside event in Maplewood, the Downtown West location is planning an indoor event featuring a range of local art, craft beer, and more.
The Brass Tap to open February 16 in Olivette
Kush and Prapti Patel’s upscale beer bar will offer local beer, wine, cocktails, and pub fare—with plans for four more area locations.
Historic Anheuser-Busch eagle sign from Newark coming to St. Louis
A historic neon-lit eagle sign that long stood atop the company’s Newark, New Jersey brewery will be relocated to St. Louis.
Friendship Brewing to close original Pittman location
Friendship Brewing will focus on their Flint Hill location as they look towards the future.
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.