Brau Brothers Brewing Company in Marshall, Minnesota, has been turning local grains into something resembling liquid gold since 1999. What started as a modest operation now boasts a respectable roster of small‑batch brews, each one insisting on a full‑flavored finish rather than the faint‑whiff charade so many “artisanal” rivals parade about. Their lineup runs the gamut from the razor‑clean Old 56 American Light Lager—perfect for a hot day without sounding like a wilted lettuce—to the audacious Moo Joos Oatmeal Milk Stout, a brew so velvety it could double as dessert.
Beyond the taps, the Brau Cave is a playground for the over‑caffeinated and the bored: golf simulators, pool tables, and a wall of TVs ensure that a pint never goes without some background noise. The menu is equally unpretentious, featuring sweet‑potato tots, salads dressed in house‑made ranch, and large booths that feel like private lounges. Seasonal specials keep the regulars guessing, while the quirky Bleezy™ THC sodas prove the crew isn’t afraid to dip a toe outside the usual beer pond (the founders once tried to brew a beer with actual butter). Local distilleries and coffee roasters supply the ancillary ingredients, cementing Brau Brothers’ reputation as a genuinely Midwestern champion of craft.
Reviewers rave about Brau Brothers Brewing Company's delicious food, including burgers, pulled pork, and sweet potato tots, as well as tasty craft beers and a welcoming family-friendly atmosphere with private booths.
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