The good news continues to brew for Braxton Brewing Company, the popular new Covington-based maker of craft beer.
Braxton announced on Tuesday that it will expand distribution across the Ohio River into Cincinnati starting on September 10. Previously, the brewery only distributed to Northern Kentucky with the exception of Great American Ballpark.
“This is an incredibly exciting time for us as a company as we look to finally move into Cincinnati,” said Jake Rouse, Braxton’s Co-Founder and CEO, in a news release. “From day one we wanted to be on both sides of the river, and now, we can finally fulfill that goal.”
The company will continue its focus on Northern Kentucky while also expanding into new bars and restaurants via draft in Ohio. In a release, Braxton stated that it is confident that it can bring its unique styles and quality craft beer into the Cincinnati scene.
“The addition of our new fermenters have paved the way for this growth into the Cincinnati market,” said Evan Rouse, co-founder and head brewer. “Our brewing team is extremely excited to bring to life new beers for the Greater Cincinnati market!”
To further illustrate the Braxton story, the company has partnered with Neltner Small Batch, Brian Steege, and Tate Webb to document the starting of the brewery titled Born in the Garage, a short video.
“We keep the Braxton Brand focused on the strength of where it all started and it’s a guide for everything we create,” said Keith Neltner of Neltner Small Batch. “For example, Born in the Garage is a three minute film, no words, beautiful sound design, and stunning imagery that delivers an intense emotional narrative. We’re proud of the next chapter: Ohio.”
Co-Founders Evan Rouse, Greg Rouse, and Jake Rouse were born and raised in Northern Kentucky and have long called Cincinnati home. Co-Founder and Brewmaster Richard Dube has called Cincinnati home for 17 years. With this, the team is excited to expand distribution in their “hometown.”
Braxton will continue its partnership with Stagnaro Distributing in the Cincinnati Market.
Braxton will kickoff at Cincinnati Summer Beerfest on September 11 and 12 on Fountain Square where they’ll welcome people at the Braxton Beergarden. Following Beerfest, Braxton has partnered with a handful of bars and restaurants in various Cincinnati neighborhoods to host launch events. A handful can be found below:
Cincy Beerfest on Fountain Square: 9/11-12
Jungle Jim’s (Fairfield & Eastgate locations) Pint Night: 9/12
16-Bit Bar+Arcade Blitz Tournament: 9/13
The Brass Tap Crank Shaft Tap Takeover: 9/14
Zip’s Cafe Tap Takeover: 9/15
The Lackmann Tap Takeover: 9/15
Growler House Tap Takeover: 9/16
Wild Mike’s Tap Takeover: 9/17
The Oak Tavern Pint Night: 9/18
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati: 9/18-20
Rhinehaus Kegs n’ Eggs EPL Tap Takeover: 9/19
Halfcut Brunch & Beermosas: 9/20
Whole Foods Mason Tap Takeover: 9/21
Other bars and restaurants with Braxton Brewing Company’s beers will include: Arnold’s Bar and Grill, Bakersfield, Blind Pig, Cock n’ Bull, Firehouse Grill, Flipdaddy’s, Keystone Clifton, Keystone Hyde Park, Jefferson Social, Lachey’s, Quaker Steak, Rooties, Thirsty Oasis, Tin Roof. For the most up-to-date list, download the Braxton Brewing Company mobile app.
WATCH: “Born in the Garage”
-Staff report