SLUG is back for the second year in a row to roll out all the greatest beers that Utah has to offer. This year we kicked it up a notch by adding a local lineup of distilleries to the caucus, making this a paradise for lovers of the local drinking supply. To top it off, we invited out some Utah artisans to display and sell their wares as a way to help you take your mind off the endless supply of delicious liquids at your fingertips. Whether you came to dance, drink or throw some axes in a way to vent your weekly frustrations, we got you covered. For those lucky enough to attend this year’s event, you were fortunate to discover some flavors both new and old with each and every distiller and brewer bringing out the best of the best and showing the country what Utah has to offer. Despite the stereotype of Utah being a land that is dry of alcohol, we locals know that our beer and liquor scene is booming now more than ever. It may be best to keep it a secret a little while longer so we can bask in all the goodness these creative minds have to offer before the out-of-towners show up and mess with our vibe. Cheers! –Talyn Sherer
Check out SLUG’s video recap of Brewstillery 2018here.
Best New Brew:Mountain West Hard Cider‘s Garden Party People’s Choice Best New Brew:Zion Brewery‘s Strawberry Rhubarb Gose Singular Contribution to Utah Spirits:Waterpocket Distillery‘s Long Lost Oread People’s Choice Best Brewstillery Cocktail:Ogden’s Own Distillery‘s Blackberry Gin Collins with Madam Pattrini Gin
Participating Breweries: 2 Row Brewing, Bohemian Brewery & Grill, Bonneville Brewery, Desert Edge Pub and Brewery, Epic Brewing Company, Fisher Brewing Company, Hoppers Grill & Brewing Co., Kiitos Brewing, Moab Brewery, Mountain West Hard Cider, Park City Brewery, Proper Brewing Co, Red Rock Brewing, RoHa Brewing Project, Roosters Brewing Co., SaltFire Brewing Co, Squatters Craft Beer, Strap Tank Brewing Co., Talisman Brewing Company, Uinta Brewing, UTOG Brewing Company, Vernal Brewing Company, Wasatch Brewery, Zion Brewery
Participating Distilleries: Alpine Distilling, Beehive Distilling, Black Feather Whiskey, Dented Brick Distillery, Distillery 36, Hammer Spring Distillers, High West Distillery, Holystone Distilling, Kid Curry Spirits, Ogdens Own Distillery, Outlaw Distillery, Sugar House Distillery, Waterpocket Distillery
Sponsors: 24tix.com, ALT 101.9, KRCL 90.9FM, KUER 90.1, MINI of Murray, Momentum Recycling, Photage, Salt Lake magazine, Social Axe Throwing, QSaltLake Magazine
The Bohemian Brewery lineup featured some of the traditional Bavarian styles that they are known for. Photo: Talyn Sherer
All your thrifty needs can be found at the Brewstillery. After all, whats better than drinking and doing a little bit of shopping? Photo: Talyn Sherer
Patrons line up to get into this year’s event with our staff on hand to help expedite the process. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Lines ran to the end of the block as eager craft brew and spirit enthusiasts make their way to the entrance. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Strap Tank Brewery’s newest label for their IPA has all the motorhead flair you would expect from Springville’s favorite brewpub. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Zion Brewery came out swinging with this year’s Strawberry Rhubarb Gose, which was one of the most creative combinations in this photographer’s opinion. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Vendors for this year’s event had their hands full as Brewstillery peeps came ready to buy. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Bitters Lab makes an appearance to talk about their process and why their product pairs so well with many of the cocktails being featured at Brewstillery. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Kali of ByKali exchanges an incognito transaction with a new customer. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Vernal Brewing came out with something old and something new, all of which tasted great! Photo: Talyn Sherer
The UTOG (Utah Ogden Brewing) crew make their debut entrance at this year’s festival, talking about all the goodies they expect in years to come. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Some of the UTOG Brewing Company swag was up for purchase to get people excited about their new venture. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Talisman Brewing kept busy entertaining and educating the public about their whole lineup of beer. Photo: Talyn Sherer
The Iron Age and Hazards brews were available to sample by Talisman Brewing. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Rio Connelly of Proper Brewing came out to talk about the Utah Brewers Guild and their mission to protect our sacred beer. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Branagans Brewing is set to build up their space in the coming months getting us all excited to see what kinds of beers they will be cooking up. Photo: Talyn Sherer
2Row Brewing was thrilled to talk shop and their expansion thanks to all the public support for their tasty beer. Photo: Talyn Sherer
All the way from Tooele is Bonneville Brewing with three of their staple beers, some of which cannot be found down in the valley. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Bonneville Brewing stickers are there to remind you of all that tastiness you drank up on Saturday night. Photo: Talyn Sherer
The Sun Twist summer ale from Bonneville Brewing was reminiscent of a shandy, which paired perfectly with a sunny day. Photo: Talyn Sherer
2Row Brewing’s infamous Feeling Hazy and New Zeangland IPA had people lining up in troves. Photo: Talyn Sherer
(L–R) Chad Krusel (Head Brewer), Rebeca Mae, Milchael Miller and Gray Gray are the masterminds behind Trolley Square’s best attraction, Desert Edge. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Epic Brewing pours off some of their signature brew for this year’s event. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Fisher Beer was unsurprisingly packed as their cult following of beer lovers swarmed their booth. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Infamous Beer Blogger extraodinaire Mike Riedel (far right) talks with Hoppers about all the changes being made in house to push out more brews in the coming year. Photo: Talyn Sherer
MTN WST Cider sold out quick as they were leaders in their domain of delicious apple cider. Photo: Talyn Sherer
One of Utah’s newest crazes, Kiitos Brewing brought us a nice firkin of their delicious coconut stout with ancho chiles added to the mixture. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Moab Brewery’s newest addition, the FMU DIPA, has been flying off the shelves on the market here in SLC. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Park City Brewery did not skip on the swag or the flavor at this year’s event. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Proper Brewing has tweaked the recipe of their Lei Effect since the first batch to help give it the kick that we now all know and love. Photo: Talyn Sherer
In conjunction with their one-year anniversary, RoHa Brewing crafted the Maltese Cross Red Ale in honor of the firefighters here in Utah. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Rooster’s limited release of their blueberry cream ale was amazing but so are those new labels they are sporting. Photo: Talyn Sherer
It wouldn’t be a Utah beer fest without a Squatters/Wasatch collab booth. Photo: Talyn Sherer
After the anticipation brewing up from last year’s SLUG Mag on Tap, we are finally treated to SaltFire’s signature ales. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Alt 101.9 kept the music going throughout the event and even brought out some giant Jenga. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Previous neighbor to the SLUG HQ, Mineral and Matter showcased the unique array of jewelry available at their shop. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Sarah Beth Timmons crafted a little something special for today’s event. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Ahhh, pie and beer: a Utah staple that makes no sense to the outside world. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Peach Treats shows off their crafty side with their unique line of jewelry. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Copper coils on copper bands is just the kind of style you can expect from Peach Treats Jewelry. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Peach Treats has every style you can think of, from tentacled earrings to the geometric rock–inspired type. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Stacey Foster of Mineral and Matter has cooked up a whole bunch of simple and elegant designs in her shop. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Erica Hogan of The Land of Salt is inspired by the minimalist design with a fashion flair. Photo: Talyn Sherer
The Land of Salt showcased their variety of products throughout the Brewstillery. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Rachel Johnson of House of Tenebris is a copper and brass aficionado whose style is unmatched in Salt Lake. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Some of the copper and brass cuffs made by House of Tebnebris sit on their beautiful display. Photo: Talyn Sherer
(L–R) Shawn Smith, Jeremy Worrell and Jimmy Brown are the beer repping squad from Uinta Brewing. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Jagermeister, look out. There is a new herbal liqueur in town and they are here to stay. Waterpocket is hands down some of the best in their field. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Rooster’s Mash the Patriarchy makes its final debut before its run is complete and no more exist. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Epic’s newest sensation, the Brainless on Passion, is bringing in some of those tropical flavors to its famous lineup. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Local music legend and fashion icon Joshy Soul shows his SLUG Mag Brewstillery love. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Dented Brick Distillery mixes up a delicious cocktail using the Antelope Island Rum. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Top off your cocktail with a little Canada Dry Ginger Ale and you’re good to go. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Nothing brings people together more than a good mixed drink. Photo: Talyn Sherer
(L–R) Shivani and Kalindi sampled some of Beehive Distilling’s Gin and were more than satisfied with the result. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Tim Smith of Ogden’s Own showcases the Underground herbal spirit that has quickly made its way to the top shelf. Photo: Talyn Sherer
(L–R) Ian Hill, Jon Hansen and Awuley Quaye couldn’t wait to get in the door to this year’s Brewstillery. Photo: Talyn Sherer
(L–R) Tim Becker, Willian Catalan, Tony Suverkropp and Cameron Branco were eager to make their way to all the booths before the night was over. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Strap Tank head brewer Mike Dymowski rocks the llama sweater after his recent trip to Peru, where he became inspired to explore new beer flavors. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Salt Flats Brewing brought out their tasty Berliner Weisse with raspberry puree added to the mix. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Salt Flats head brewer Scott Parker gives us a nice toast to start off the night. Photo: Talyn Sherer
(L–R) Anton, Niloo, Bryce and Andy cheers the SLUG Mag team for throwing together such an awesome event. Photo: Talyn Sherer
(L–R) Tony Attiet and Jessica Tso sample some of the spirits being offered by Waterpocket. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Argentina’s Best Empanadas are always such a treat to see at any festival. Photo: Talyn Sherer
The People’s Choice award for best new brew is a beautiful, one-of-a-kind creation for one lucky brewery. Photo: Talyn Sherer
(L–R) Jay Micham, Jeremy Baxter and Frank Giammalva rightfully took home the awards for best new brew as voted for by the public. Congrats to Zion Brewery! Photo: Talyn Sherer
As the day begins, the crowds start filling in the gaps to each and every booth. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Epic’s New England Style IPA made an early release just for this event. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Tacos and fried foods, what better way to end the night? Photo: Talyn Sherer
The iconic SLUG Mag drinking vessels await their companions to chauffeur them around the Gallivan Center. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Rain or shine, we will have a line and people were sure to arrive early for this year’s festival. Photo: Talyn Sherer
The obligatory token pricing system as required by Utah law … gotta love it. Photo: Talyn Sherer
The complete setup for Beehive Distilling was ready to be devoured throughout the night. Photo: Talyn Sherer
High West brought out their classic horseshoe and country style in addition to sampling their top-shelf whiskeys and vodkas. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Alpine is new to Park City and will be hitting the shelves soon. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Distillery 36 gives us a tastes of their award-winning rum and the ingredients that make up its profile. Photo: Talyn Sherer
The High West booth came with all the elegance you would expect from such a world-renowned brand. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Black Feather is adding to Utah’s whiskey scene with their American bourbon. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Utah’s next big distillery, Holystone, is set to open later this year and people are already excited to sample their wares. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Ogden’s Own gave us a taste of their unique spirits that are sure to make you think twice about flavored whiskeys. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Ogden’s Own Madam Pattrini Gin packs a punch and whole lot of spiced flavor. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Five Wives Vodka prepares their vodka straight up, as its smooth flavors are easy on the palette. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Porter’s Peach and Porter’s Apple were by far the most game-changing introductions to flavored whiskey I have ever had. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Dented Brick Distillery shows off their beautiful lineup and labels. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Outlaw Distillery was a welcome surprise with some of their moonshine, which cannot yet be found in the liquor stores. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Park City is about to get a little more flavor with the introduction of Hidden Vodka. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Whiskey and pancakes, sold. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Hammer Spring Distillers is changing the game in Park City with their Vodka, Gin and Coffee Liquor lineup. Photo: Talyn Sherer
The Hammer Spring Gin surrounded by all its flavoring agents. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Perky Cowgirl Coffee Liqueur was a refreshing blend of Millcreek Coffee Roasters’ delicious brew. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Kid Curry expands their reach beyond vodka into the gold rum arena. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Sporting their new labels, Sugarhouse Distillery samples up their new whiskey collection. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Get drunk and throw some axes with Social Axe Throwing—this practically markets itself. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Social Axe Throwing will ignite your inner lumberjack. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Salt Flats Brewing talks about their HUGE lineup of craft beers they are pumping out in Draper. Photo: Talyn Sherer
Bohemian Brewery’s lagers are always a good idea. Photo: Talyn Sherer
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(L–R) Galilea and Balee jump right in with a Squatter’s Jalapeno Cream Ale for Galilea and a Wasatch Blueberyy Hefeweizen for Balee. Photo: John Barkiple
Angela Brown announces Brewstillery awards in four categories with plaques made by a local artisan. Photo: John Barkiple
Salt Lake City Council Member Derek Kitchen (district 4) suggests that while other cities may have more breweries per capita, Salt Lake has more breweries per drinker. Photo: John Barkiple
Zion Brewery offers hand-crafted ales from Springdale, Utah. Photo: John Barkiple
Mountain West cooked up an award-winning hard cider for the Brewstillery festival category. Photo: John Barkiple
(L–R) Tristan and Rebecca are thrilled with all the new distilleries represented at Brewstillery. “It’s an introduction to micro-brews you’d never try,” Rebecca said. She particularly liked Hammer Smith’s coffee liqueur. Photo: John Barkiple
(L–R) Esther and Ash pause for a selfie as they start their Brewstillery tour with Red Rock’s Blackbier. “I like it. It’s not so bitter…on the lighter end,” Esther said. The Craft Lake City pretzel necklace project also made them smile. Photo: John Barkiple
(L–R) McKinley and Lana are beer people, and they’re having a great time at Brewstillery. Photo: John Barkiple
(L–R) Travis and Tracee look adorable from every angle. Travis is from Hawaii, and he’s happy to relax on the plaza in cool weather. After a rainy start, the sun came out in the evening, and the crowd continued to swell. Photo: John Barkiple
High West offered a popular Vodka 7000 lemonade cocktail. Photo: John Barkiple
After a beer or two, it’s impossible to hold onto a poker face while dealing these monster cards. Photo: John Barkiple
Beneath the bridge, a games area sponsored by Social Axe Throwing offered shade and distractions and feats of sobriety-testing dexterity. Only a confident Jenga player pulls blocks with a beer on the table. Photo: John Barkiple
Sugarhouse Distillery’s Jasmin Peterson answers questions the brand’s popular rye whiskey. Photo: John Barkiple
(L–R) LaShena and Vanna get ready for another round. Vanna plans to throw some token at Wastach’s White Belgian. Photo: John Barkiple
Brewstillery dancers make the most of a Hall and Oats moment by the Gallivan stage. Photo: John Barkiple
Etiquette is crucial to throwing axes withBeer and axes—#socialaxethrowing—say no more. Photo: John Barkiple grace and aplomb. Photo: John Barkiple
Etiquette is crucial to throwing axes with grace and aplomb. Photo: John Barkiple
(L–R) Alisa and Jeff learned about Brewstillery from a flyer at Salt City Brew Supply. She’s drinking Kiitos’s Blackberry Sour and he’s drinking Salt Flat’s Berliner Weiss. Jeff’s a home brewer, and he found lots of inspiration in the tents today. He’s now planning to brew a chocolate stout he’ll name after his dearly-departed dog, Bowser. Photo: John Barkiple
(L–R) John’s a beer guy, but Steve love’s ‘em both. Brewstillery blends the best breweries and distilleries into one massive festival. Their next stop is Ogden’s Own for a Blackberry Gin Collins cocktail. Photo: John Barkiple
(L-R) Ryan, Mike, Shanel and Mia are ready for another round. “Everybody’s friendly, it’s a good time and I love the energy,” Ryan said. Photo: John Barkiple
(L–R) Sonia and Tony enjoyed the food truck scene at Brewstillery. They picked Mexican from the Maize truck. Photo: John Barkiple
(L–R) Andrew, Kristy, Robert, Natalie and Whitman smile in welcome sunshine after a chilly start to the Brewstillery. High West’s Mint Jewel impressed Whitman, while Andrew liked Epic’s Lupulin Burst. Photo: John Barkiple
Festival sponsor Mini of Murray took center stage on the plaza right next to Social Axe Throwing’s massive line. Photo: John Barkiple
SLUG Magazine’s Brewstillery brought beer, cocktails, spirits, liqueurs, snacks, crafts, sweets and treats to Salt Lake City on May 12, 2018. Photo: John Barkiple
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