The Central Wisconsin Craft Collective is a partnership between the craft beverage makers in the Stevens Point area of Wisconsin. Derrick and Jonathan hosted a panel discussion with many of these craft beverage makers at Point Brewery and their brand new taproom.  Thanks to the Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau for having us!

What started with what is now known as the Stevens Point Brewery in 1857 (one of the oldest continuously operating breweries in the nation) has seen considerable growth in the last 25 years. Today, they are joined by Central Waters (1996), O’so Brewing (2007), Great Northern Distilling (2013), Sunset Point Winery (2015), McZ’s Brew Pub (2017), and District 1 Brewing (2020).

Explore the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective - your journey to breweries, wineries and a distillery in the Stevens Point Area here in Wisconsin. Sign-up for the Central Wisconsin Craft Pass to receive deals at your favorite Craft Collective stops. Start earning your rewards and unlock discounts. Just download your mobile passport and go! Earn points, by checking in at the Craft Pass locations and redeeming offers.

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Starkweather Brewing Company serves as a community-focused gathering place in the heart of Madison, Wisconsin's East Side and a welcoming destination for all to explore a dynamic, ever-changing menu of finely crafted beer.

Peter from Starkweather joins Derrick and Jonathan in the taproom on this episode of Pour Another Round.  Peter is from the Netherlands, so if nothing else, tune into this episode for his sweet accent and witty banter! 

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Derrick and Jonathan kicked off Between the Bluffs Beer, Wine & Cheese Fest in La Crosse, WI with a live show with Joe from Pearl Street Brewery at Taster's Eve the night before the fest! Joe gives some insight into Pearl Street's most popular beers, where he's at the helm as Brewmaster. 

Mark your calendar for the 2025 Between the Bluffs Beer, Wine & Cheese Fest on April 26 at the La Crosse, Wisconsin Oktoberfest grounds. It will be the 21st year and they've got a great thing going! 

Cheers!

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Niko Tonks from Yakima Chief Hops was in town and sat down with Derrick and Jonathan at Karben4 in Madison, WI to talk about the hop supplier, the process of hop selection and how they work with breweries around the globe. Yakima Chief is 100% grower owned.

Yakima Chief is primarily American hops, owned by American hop growers, but they work with hop growers all over the world to produce 35-40% of the domestic hop crop. This equals 30 to 40 million pounds of hops a year!

Check out this episode as we take you to one of the beginning steps of producing good beer. Cheers!

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Great Northern Distilling is located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, but began down the road in Plover, Wisconsin. Founded in 2012, founder Brian Cummins shares the stories of the spirits they pride themselves on. From vodka and rum to gin, whiskey and specialty liqueurs, Great Northern uses locally sourced ingredients whenever possible and pride themselves on their commitment to sustainability. 

The new tasting room and mixology bar is beautiful, and their cocktails are so tasty!  May we recommend the Vanguard whiskey old fashioned or the espresso martini?

Cheers!

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Explore the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective - your journey to breweries, wineries and a distillery in the Stevens Point Area here in Wisconsin. Sign-up for the Central Wisconsin Craft Pass to receive deals at your favorite Craft Collective stops. Start earning your rewards and unlock discounts. Just download your mobile passport and go! Earn points, by checking in at the Craft Pass locations and redeeming offers.

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Evan from Venture Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Brew Deck joins Derrick and Jonathan on this episode of Pour Another Round 

A deck of custom playing cards with BOGO beer deals to explore 66 local Wisconsin breweries all across the state.

In addition to recruiting some of Wisconsin's best breweries and nearly doubling the number of locations to visit this year, Venture Wisconsin improved the playing card quality with linen-finished poker cards for better handling and longer lasting cards.

Nab this creative gift for both craft beer newbies and fanatics alike!

Map of Participating Breweries

Get your 2024 Wisconsin Brew Deck today!

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A unique Women’s Month collaboration of female representatives from the craft beverage industry, the Women’s Beer and Spirits Collective, continues to grow and brew interest. This Midwest collaboration of females in the brewery industry expanded this year to include more breweries and, new this year, three spirits companies as well. Spanning the Midwest, with the concentration of support in the Milwaukee, WI-area, this collaboration’s mission is to raise awareness of females in the male-dominated craft beer and spirits industry while raising funds for select nonprofit organizations.

Derrick and Jonathan were joined by Julianna Pierandozzi with 3 Sheeps Brewing Co. (Sheboygan, WI) and Maggie Skinner with Revolution Brewing (Chicago, IL) to talk about all the Women's Month events and ways you can support this industry through March and beyond!

With the goal of raising $10,000, the initiative is an ongoing supporter of Milwaukee-based Sojourner Family Peace Center (familypeacecenter.org), the largest nonprofit provider of domestic violence prevention and intervention services in Wisconsin. This year the female-led crew will also donate a portion of the funds raised to: 

• Pink Boots Society - an international organization that aims to assist, inspire and encourage women and non-binary individuals in the fermented/alcoholic beverage industry to advance their careers through education. The organization was started by Teri Fahrendorf of Wisconsin - one of the first women to enter the craft brewing industry.
• Safe Harbor Sheboygan - provides services to reach out to those affected by sexual assault and domestic abuse; provide support to those in crisis; and to educate individuals, families and the community, with the tools needed to empower them to live lives free of domestic abuse and sexual assault.
• Sunshine Place of Sun Prairie - a nonprofit organization that cultivates community connections to spread rays of hope for individuals, families, and children in need. 
• DAiS (Domestic Abuse Intervention Services) of Madison - works to make Dane County a safer, more just, more equitable place for people who have experienced domestic violence, their children, and the people who love them.
   

Fundraising opportunities include:

• Attend and support at an onsite events (see schedule below)
• Several grocery and liquor stores will display participating breweries’ products with a special Women’s Month Display with QR Code for online donations. 
• Point-of-purchase donation displays at various bars and restaurants
• Donations can also be made online at www.familypeacecenter.org/donate.

ABOUT WOMEN’S BEER AND SPIRITS COLLECTIVE:

A collaboration led by female beverage industry representatives in timing with Women’s Month in March to raise awareness for females in a male-dominated craft beer industry that in turn raises money for anyone affected by domestic violence. In 2022, the inaugural Women’s Month collaboration effort of females in the brewery industry was led by five representatives supporting the 11 events that raised $2,119. The 2023 goal was set at $4,000 with breweries committed to match donations (up to $2,000). Last year’s effort raised $8,000 through its 23 events and corresponding efforts.

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Dive into a world where craft beer meets arcade nostalgia in this episode of Pour Another Round with District 1 Brewing Company in Stevens Point, WI.

Join Derrick and Jonathan as they explore with Chris the pairing of every pint with pinball wizardry and other classic games. The arcade games and giant scrabble on the wall will entertain you for hours so you can sample your way through D1's beers!

From the tantalizing taste of their IPAs, Red Ales and Stouts to the electrifying sound of flippers and bumpers, this episode uncovers the magic behind the ultimate destination for beer enthusiasts and gamers alike.

And when in Central Wisconsin, check out the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective brought to you by the Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Just download your mobile passport and go! Earn points, by checking in at the Craft Pass locations and redeeming offers. 

Visit District 1 Brewing Company in Stevens Point, WI!

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Derrick and Jonathan hang out with Anello Mollica in the Amherst, WI taproom of Central Waters Brewing Company! They also have a location in Milwaukee, WI.  

Stop in, appreciate some well-deserved downtime, take a tour and see their expansive barrel house, load up on their merch and beer to-go before you leave and see what Central Waters has in store. Always embracing change and looking to be the best they can be, add a visit to both taprooms to your next travel itineraries!

And when in Central Wisconsin, check out the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective brought to you by the Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Just download your mobile passport and go! Earn points, by checking in at the Craft Pass locations and redeeming offers. 

Visit Central Waters Brewing Company in Amherst or Milwaukee, WI!

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We are proud to present the 2nd Annual Outdoor Winter Beer Festival!

We’re back at Badger State Brewing in Green Bay, Wisconsin on March 9, 2024 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM.

Prepare for the frosty festivities as we’ll be hosting 20+ outstanding breweries who are ready to serve up unlimited samples right to your glass!

Save the date, mark your calendars and bundle up for an unforgettable day at the Pour Another Round Outdoor Winter Beer Festival. Let’s brave the cold weather and revel in the warmth of great company and even better beer! 

We’re looking forward to pouring another round with you! Head to pouranotherround.com for all the details and to get your tickets today!

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