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Wind River Brewing Company

Craft brews, conservation, community pride

402 W Pine St, Pinedale, WY 82941, USA
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Wind River Brewing Company sits in Pinedale, Wyoming, where the mountains provide a backdrop and the water does the real heavy lifting – every batch draws on pure Fremont Lake spring water. The result is a lineup that could make a seasoned taster raise an eyebrow in admiration: crisp lagers, bold stouts, the ever‑popular Wyoming Pale Ale, a silky WRBC Porter, and seasonal experiments like the Moose Juice Dunkel and the tropical POG Sour. One of the darker offerings, the Flamingo Sour, somehow manages to be both brooding and refreshingly sharp.

The kitchen, far from a token afterthought, serves chef‑inspired fare that pairs brilliantly with the draughts. The Brew Master Burger arrives with beer‑battered onion rings that crunch like a fresh‑cut pine branch, while the Wind River Reuben earns its own fan club. Side‑hungry patrons rave about the golden tater tots, and the shrimp salad wrap proves that a light bite can hold its own against a stout.

When the sun sets, live music fills the taproom, and the WRBC Running Club jogs in for post‑run pints, all while a portion of proceeds from the Pronghorn Pilsner collaboration helps protect local wildlife. (The vibe is unmistakably communal, proud, and unapologetically well‑crafted.)

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What visitors love

People enjoyed Wind River Brewing Company's creative menu options, such as the Mac and cheese, Shrimp Salad Wrap, and Reuben sandwich, with many reviewers praising the quality of their food and beer selection, including unique sour beers like Flamingo.

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