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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.
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.
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!
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
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.
Schlafly puts beloved Stout & Oyster Festival on ice
Schlafly has officially postponed the festival for 2025, with no current plans to reschedule.
Schlafly Beer is a St. Louis landmark
Although Schlafly also has a location in Maplewood, their Locust Street tap room in Downtown West is the best place to enjoy Schlafly’s hospitality
Schlafly Highland Square gets a refresh—with a local restaurateur leading the way
Schlafly Beer’s Highland Square location (907 Main, Highland, Illinois) has officially entered its next chapter.
How St. Louis breweries adapt to a diverse drinking scene
“A new generation is emerging, and St. Louis breweries are evolving to meet its changing tastes while remaining true to their original purpose: serving the community.”
Schlafly Beer Releases New Non-Alcoholic Pale Ale
Schlafly Beer, St. Louis’ largest craft brewery, has released a new non-alcoholic beer — that’s perfect for Dry January.
St. Louis Breweries Shine with Three Beers on the Top 50 Beers of 2023 List
The St. Louis beer scene has long been celebrated for its craft beer culture, and 2023 proved to be an exceptional year for the city’s breweries. Three local breweries, Perennial Artisan Ales, Side Project Brewing, and Schlafly Beer, garnered national recognition by securing spots on Wine Enthusiast’s prestigious Top 50 Beers of 2023 list.
7 pumpkin beers to try this fall around St. Louis
7 pumpkin beers to try this fall around St. Louis