E-Malt.com News article: USA, MI: New Mothfire Brewing Co. taproom and flagship brewery to open in Ann Arbor on July 13

Raise a glass on July 13 at the new Mothfire Brewing Co. taproom and flagship brewery on Ellsworth Road in Ann Arbor, ClickOnDetroit reported.

Owners Noah Kaplan, David Becker and head brewer Alexis Jorgensen, all Tree Town residents, will open the doors of the 6,000-square-foot space that features seating for 40 inside and an outdoor patio large enough to seat 70 guests.

The taproom and brewery will have 14 beers, three hard seltzer cocktails, tasting flights, non-alcoholic drinks and to-go cans of beer. Visitors will also be able to get wood-fired pizza and unique snacks from the orange Carrozza Pizza bus.

“We couldn’t be more excited to bring the next stage of Mothfire to life. The core philosophy behind Mothfire is sparking a cultural bonfire over art, music and beer. We’re so grateful for the foundation we built at our Industrial Avenue location and believe that this next space will help us not only continue to brew and package the highest quality beer but also build a place for locals and beer lovers from near and far to gather over food, drink, music, art and more,” said Kaplan in a release.

The brewery will open up its Mothfire Eclipse Memberships starting at 10 a.m on Thursday, July 13. Perks include a $1 discount on beers, unique swag and exclusive invites to beer release events.

Mothfire values local ingredients, collaboration, quality and creativity. Those foci can be seen in the machines the company uses and the beers it makes, including IPAs, stouts, Pilsners and fruited sours.

Ann Arbor architecture and creative studio Synecdoche Design Studio brought the new brewery to life.

“The design of Mothfire’s Brewery and taproom translates the brand’s unique character into the built environment. The space is a beacon for the community drawing people in by bringing together art, music, and good beer. Large glass openings reveal the inner workings of the space, creating an intentional experience that connects guests to the brewing process. Industrial materials are juxtaposed with textural reveals and warm light paying homage to the building’s warehouse past while creating an inviting space for gathering,” said Synecdoche designer Lauren Secord.

Mothfire will be open from 4-10 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; 4-11 p.m. on Fridays; noon-11 p.m. on Saturdays; and noon to 7 p.m. on Sundays.

Mothfire Brewing Co. is at 713 W. Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor.


12 July, 2023