The Michigan Brewers Guild hosted the 17th Annual Winter Beer Festival last weekend on Saturday, February 25. The one day festival was held at the LMCU Ballpark in Comstock Park, a few miles north of Grand Rapids.
Saturday was a typical winter day with some clouds in the sky, temperatures in the mid 30s, and good ‘ole cold winter vibes. Everyone’s spirits were high because you can’t go wrong with a beer festival!
Prior to the festival, we put together a list of 20 beers for attendees to try. While I worked through this list, stopped by various tents to say hi and a handshake, I also went off the list to find new favorites.
It’s impossible to try the over 700 beers available from the 120 or so breweries, but here are the favorites from what was enjoyed on Saturday. Beers are listed in alphabetical order based on brewery name.
Barrel Aged German Rex
3 Gatos Brewery | Wyoming | Doppelbock | 8%
Ties the Room Together
Coopersville Brewing Company | Coopersville | Coffee Porter | 7.1%
Soupy C
Griffin Claw Brewing Company | Birmingham | Milk Stout | 8%
Orange Cream Ale
Ludington Bay Brewing Co | Ludington | Cream Ale | 5.6%
Mosiac Trellis
Thornapple Brewing Co | Grand Rapids | NEIPA | 6.5%
King Cake Lager
Tri City Brewing | Bay City | Helles Lager | 5.8%
What were your favorites from the Michigan Brewers Guild Winter Beer Festival? We’re looking forward to the Spring Beer Festival in May!
Cheers!
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