Mankato Brewery

Experience Local Flavor! Brewing great beer consistently and with the highest quality. We have started production in 2012 and are in many local places.
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Tap Room is open Tuesday-Thursday from 4pm-9pm, Friday 4pm-10pm. Saturday 12pm-10pm, and Sunday 12pm-6pm. FAQ:
Do you have a restaurant? No, we are a brewery and never a restaurant. We have Angie's BoomChickaPop Popcorn for sale and other snacks but that's it! If you want food feel free to bring it into the taproom or have it delivered. We suggest you support the bars and restaurants around Mankat

o area that sell our beer. Periodically we have food trucks on Saturdays, check our events tab for more info and dates. Can you buy a 6-pack or Keg of beer at the Brewery? No, we currently sell 64oz Growlers, 25oz Crowlers, & occasional 750ML Bombers to take home. Do you brew your own beer? Yes, we are a full production brewery. Stop in and see the system in a clear view from our taproom. All beer is brewed at 1119 Center St., North Mankato, MN. No contract brewing at Mankato Brewery! Handicap Accessible? Yes, we've made a few changes to make sure the front door gives you easier access and one bathroom has a wider door for easier access.

06/09/2026

Big news for fans of Mad Butcher IPA 🍻

Mad Butcher IPA is officially becoming a year-round beer! That means you’ll now be able to find it on tap and in kegs at your favorite local watering holes starting now and all year long.

And even better news… cans will be back hitting shelves this July!

Cheers to Schell’s Brewery for carrying the tradition forward and helping keep Mad Butcher IPA flowing for beer fans everywhere. 🍻

05/29/2026

We’re incredibly happy to see Mad Butcher IPA continue on. 🍻

It means a lot to see the Mad Butcher branding remain recognizable and, even more importantly, to know the same great recipe fans came to love is back once again. A big thank you to Schell’s Brewery, the brewery crew, and Jacob!

A huge thank you to Schell’s and everyone involved in bringing this iconic beer back to life for longtime fans and a whole new generation of hopheads.

Watch for Mad Butcher IPA on shelves and on tap around Minnesota in the weeks ahead.

Cheers to the next chapter! 🍻

05/26/2026

The Butcher is Back. 🍻

We're excited to see Mad Butcher IPA return for the fans who have supported it throughout the years. Keep an eye out for Mad Butcher IPA at your favorite liquor stores, bars, and restaurants in the weeks ahead.

Congratulations to Schell’s Brewery and everyone involved in bringing this beloved beer back to life.

Cheers! 🍻

The Butcher is back! We're honored to carry on its rich tradition and local legacy in southern Minnesota. Now proudly brewed by August Schell Brewing Company in honor of John Hamilton. Mad Butcher! IPA brings bold citrus, juicy hops, and just the right bite. It’s the kind of beer worth going Mad o...

03/18/2025

🚨 The Future of Mad Butcher IPA – You Decide! 🚨

Mad Butcher IPA has been a Mankato Brewery staple for years, and now that the brewery has closed, we’re exploring its future. Should another brewery continue brewing it? Should we keep it local? Or should we retire it as a legend?

We want to hear from YOU! Drop your thoughts in the comments and tag a brewery that you think should take up the torch. 🍻

02/22/2025

Preview & Inspection: This Monday… Feb. 24th from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Auction online this Tuesday!

Mankato Brewery, Mankato, MN

02/15/2025

After years of brewing great beer, Mankato Brewery is closing its doors, and everything must go! This complete liquidation features 426+ lots of professional brewing equipment, from full brewing systems and fermenters to canning lines, kegs, and taproom furnishings.

🔹 Auction hosted by Grafe Auction
🔹 Preview & Inspection: Feb 24, 3-6 PM
🔹 Bid now & get top-tier equipment at incredible value!

Don't miss this rare chance to acquire trusted brands like NSI Newlands, DME, Cask & more.

📢 Check out the full catalog & place your bids here: https://www.grafeauction.com/event/mankato-brewery-mankato-mn

02/08/2025

🎉 THANK YOU! 🎉

WOW! Because of you—our amazing fans—we raised $3,961 for the BackPack Food Program through the sale of brewery memorabilia! That means 790 kids will have meals for an entire weekend! ❤️

We are beyond grateful for your support, generosity, and love for this community. This wouldn’t have been possible without you!

Cheers to making a difference, one pint at a time! 🍻 BackPack Food Program

01/28/2025

This week at Mankato Brewery!

01/24/2025

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Kato Living for sharing our story as we prepare to close this chapter of Mankato Brewery. It’s been an incredible journey, and we’re so grateful for the support of this amazing community over the years.

Join us this Saturday, January 25th, for our Last-Anniversary Party, where we’ll celebrate the memories, music, and craft beer that brought us all together.

And mark your calendars for Friday, January 31st, as we raise our glasses one last time on our official Last Call.

Check out the story from KEYC News to hear more about our journey.

Let’s make these final days unforgettable—cheers to the memories and to all of you! 🍻

Kato Living Beer Can Appreciation Day with Mankato Brewery

01/23/2025

Check out Kato Living later this afternoon and listen to Mankato Brewery founder Tim Tupy chat about our Last Anniversary party this Saturday and our last call event Friday, January 31st!

Address

1119 Center Street
North Mankato, MN
56003

Telephone

+15073862337

Website

http://www.mankatobrewery.com/

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