Motor City Brewing Works, Detroit's Oldest Brewery, Pauses Operations After 31 Years
After three decades of serving up craft beer and pizzas in the heart of Detroit's Cass Corridor, Motor City Brewing Works has announced that it will be "taking a break" from operations until further notice. The brewery, which was founded in 1994 by craft beer aficionado John Linardos, is shutting down due to the termination of its historic thermal steam line, which powered the facility.
The decision comes as no surprise to fans of the brewery, who have known it for its quirky brews like Ghettoblaster Ale and Notorious DRIPA. Motor City Brewing Works was also renowned for hosting art exhibitions and producing CDs featuring local bands. The brewery's second location in Detroit's Avenue of Fashion closed its doors in 2023.
For now, the taproom will remain open until February 8th, where visitors can raise a glass and pay their respects to the iconic brewery. A digital montage of historic photos documenting the evolution of Motor City Brewing Works will be on display during this time. After that, the taproom will "pause" and await further plans for the future of the brand.
Motor City Brewing Works' decision to take a break is a poignant reminder of the impact that Detroit's breweries have had on the city's history and culture. The brewery's contributions to changing Michigan's brewing laws are no longer sustainable without its historic steam line, which has been terminated as part of the brewery's modernization efforts.
While fans may be saddened by the news, Motor City Brewing Works is urging patrons to "come raise a glass, share a story, and help us celebrate MCBW's small contribution to the Cass Corridor and all those that helped make it happen." The future plans for the brand are still unclear, but with its legacy intact, Motor City Brewing Works' impact on Detroit's craft beer scene will be remembered for years to come.
For more updates on Motor City Brewing Works, visit their website at www.motorcitybeer.com.
After three decades of serving up craft beer and pizzas in the heart of Detroit's Cass Corridor, Motor City Brewing Works has announced that it will be "taking a break" from operations until further notice. The brewery, which was founded in 1994 by craft beer aficionado John Linardos, is shutting down due to the termination of its historic thermal steam line, which powered the facility.
The decision comes as no surprise to fans of the brewery, who have known it for its quirky brews like Ghettoblaster Ale and Notorious DRIPA. Motor City Brewing Works was also renowned for hosting art exhibitions and producing CDs featuring local bands. The brewery's second location in Detroit's Avenue of Fashion closed its doors in 2023.
For now, the taproom will remain open until February 8th, where visitors can raise a glass and pay their respects to the iconic brewery. A digital montage of historic photos documenting the evolution of Motor City Brewing Works will be on display during this time. After that, the taproom will "pause" and await further plans for the future of the brand.
Motor City Brewing Works' decision to take a break is a poignant reminder of the impact that Detroit's breweries have had on the city's history and culture. The brewery's contributions to changing Michigan's brewing laws are no longer sustainable without its historic steam line, which has been terminated as part of the brewery's modernization efforts.
While fans may be saddened by the news, Motor City Brewing Works is urging patrons to "come raise a glass, share a story, and help us celebrate MCBW's small contribution to the Cass Corridor and all those that helped make it happen." The future plans for the brand are still unclear, but with its legacy intact, Motor City Brewing Works' impact on Detroit's craft beer scene will be remembered for years to come.
For more updates on Motor City Brewing Works, visit their website at www.motorcitybeer.com.
. Motor City Brewing Works was always a unique spot in the city and it's weird to think that it's just gonna pause operations like that. I mean, who doesn't love Ghettoblaster Ale? 
It's not just about the beer though, it's about the whole experience of going there and being part of the community. The fact that they're encouraging people to come in and share stories is really cool, but now that taproom will be closed until February... I don't know what's gonna happen after that 
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but i guess its cool that they're gonna leave a legacy behind 
and who knows maybe they'll come back stronger than ever in the future 
. Anyone know what's next for MCBW? Will they come back stronger than ever or just fade into the brew scene's history books? 
. But, i guess it's not surprising that they'd have to shut down now - I mean, who can afford to keep running an old place like that? 
It's like when you're trying to fix up your old car and you gotta spend all the money just to get by 
. Anyway, yeah... Motor City Brewing Works has been a big part of Detroit's history for 31 years, so it's def worth showing some love before they close up shop 
And I love how they're asking fans to come share stories and help celebrate... might just become a legendary spot for Detroit beer history 
& its legacy will def be remembered for years 2 come.
but at the same time, I kinda get it? Like, they needed to modernize and stuff, and now they're just gonna pause and see what happens next? 
It's all a bit weird, you know? 
I don't know, man... 
I just found out that Motor City Brewing Works is shutting down after 31 yrs!!! 
i mean, what a loss... they were like the OGs of Detroit's craft beer scene! 
anywayz, its not all bad tho... at least we get to keep some amazing memories and can still visit the taproom til feb 8th 
let's raise a glass and give it up for motor city brewing works!! 