Try theDowntown DIPA, "our new Double Dry Hopped IPA was made with freshly picked whole leaf Amarillo hops! This malt forward DIPA has a hoppy bite with floral and subtle orangey citrus notes. You can certainly taste the freshness of this delicious brew!" Or try the Brewery Dream Cream, "light, crisp, and delicious! This Cream Ale is lightly hopped to allow the malt to shine through. Light golden in color, this Midwestern classic is sure to delight."
2) Prehistoric Brewing Company
TryFollow the Screams, "our Blood Orange IPA. This is Apex Predator's little sibling. We use a similar blend of citrus hops, only we stop at 85 IBU instead of pushing it to 204. After the primary fermentation finished, we added blood oranges to give it a great citrus taste, perfect for a crushable, spring IPA. Follow the Screams has an ABV of 7.4% and a Trilo-Hop rating of 4."
3) White River Brewing Company
Try the spring seasonal Midtown Hefe, "a trip to California Buz stopped at a brewery that had an apricot hefeweizen, he couldn’t stop talking about how good it was and really wanted to make one. Our brewers wrote it off at first but Buz insisted and showed up to the brewery with some apricot puree one day and said 'Let’s make that beer!'"
4) Mother's Brewing Company
You can't go wrong with the standout Lil' Helper, "we won't make you beg for this treat.The classic American family of Cascade, Centennial, Columbus, Simcoe, and a white Picket fence is on full display with notes of juicy pineapple and fresh grapefruit notes, supported by a clean, resinous bitterness.We balance it all out with subtle, malty sweetness, for an IPA so %#&@$! drinkable, you'll soon be fetching more."
5) Tie and Timber Beer Company
Try the deliciousCherry St. Crowler, "we designed our Cherry Street Sour using a kettle sour method known for it's clean sour finish. We aged the brew on a combo of sweet and tart cherries. This is a great introduction to this style and just sour enough to keep your taste buds anticipating the next sip. 5.5%"
6) Great Escape Beer Works
Try the bright tasting Juice Can, "juicy IPA brewed with 4 hops. Citivia, Simcoe, Amarillo, and Mosiac. This juice bomb clocks in at 6.56% ABV. We detect notes of ripe stone fruit, citrus, passionfruit, and fresh berries. Finishes with a hint of herbal spice, earthy notes, and lemon grass."
7) 4 By 4 Brewery
4 By 4 Brewery is a great option for a variety of choices. If you're looking for something other than beer from a brewery, try the Spring Trails, a Amber Ale/Lemon Hop Kombucha. If you want a beer, try their Field Party Pineapple IPA/Strawberry Blonde or the Dark Side of the Bean, which is a Black IPA/Coffee Kolsch.
8) Wire Road
With a well curated menu, try the Limestone Cowboy, "this carefully crafted kettle wild ale blasts your taste buds with a distinct rush of tangy lime to satisfy even the most rugged beer enthusiast. Light, crisp, and crushable, Limestone Cowboy rides into Wire Road as a true favorite of 'people I don't even know'!"
9) Lost Signal Brewing
Lost Signal Brewing's brunch is a delicious way to experience their equally tasty beer menu. If you make it before 3pm on a Sunday, try the Pulled Pork Benedict or the classic FM Signal Breakfast. Enjoy brunch with a well stocked menu of beers and try the Smoked Pecan Porter, Lost Signal Lager or the Metro Eats Pils.
10) Show-Me Brewing
Try Show-Me Brewing if you're considering home brewing, or have an interest in the technical aspects of beer. "Watch beer being brewed while you’re here enjoying craft beer you will only find in our taproom, or just hang out and talk with other people as passionate about craft beer as you are. Stop in and have a pint! Or bring your growler! Or both!"
11) Springfield Brewing Company
Try the Blood Orange Cranberry Squeeze, "inspired by a Madras cocktail. Tart and tangy notes of fresh cranberries meet the sweet citrusy kiss of blood orange for a brew with a red orange hue and lip smacking refreshing finish." Or the Greene Dragon Double IPA, "a big punch of juicy, tropical melon notes that fill the nose, followed by a citrus silky smooth finish. This delicious brew features a double helping of Citra and Idaho 7 hops. Greene Dragon is sure to leave any Hop Head happy."
