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612BREW Celebrates 2nd Anniversary with Six-pack Cans and Taproom Party

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Perfectly timed with its two-year anniversary, 612BREW has announced its three core beers,
SIX, Unrated Rye and Gateway Park, will now be available at local retail stores in six-packs of 12 oz. cans.

In 2014, 612BREW expanded its northeast Minneapolis brewing facility. The brewery added tanks to increase production, and a private “cellar” area for parties and events. In the coming year the brewery expects to nearly double its market share with the addition of the new canning line and retail partners. 612BREW has also hired Great American Beer Fest silver medal-winning brewer, Austin Myhran, and expects to bring on additional staff to help on the packaging line in anticipation of the increased production.

“We are canning all of our beers right here at the brewery,” explains co-founder and brewer, Robert Kasak. “We explored a number of options for packaging, but decided to purchase our own canning line and do everything in house.”

612Brew purchased Wild Goose canning line of Colorado for its small footprint and solid reputation. Kasak and his team chose cans over bottles for their lightweight packaging, environmental benefits, and their ability to protect beer from light and oxygen.


Renowned local artist, Adam Turman, was hired to create three unique can designs. Adam also painted the mural that adorns the taproom. Standing out in primary colors of bright red, yellow and blue, the cans are sure to draw attention on store shelves.

“Working with Adam to design the can art has been a blast,” says co-founder Adit Kalra. “Each can is its own piece of art.”

Each can tells the story of the beer within. SIX features a Metro Transit bus, as the beer is named for the number 6 bus line that travels through Minneapolis. Unrated features a movie theater theme as a nod to the recent dispute with the Motion Picture Association of America. Pre-prohibition lager Gateway Park goes back in time with imagery of downtown Minneapolis in the late 1800’s.

Robert Kasak and Adam Turman
Robert Kasak, Adam Turman

612BREW has partnered with Bernick’s distribution to make their beer available in liquor stores across the Twin Cities metro area beginning February 16.

The brewery will host its 2nd Anniversary party at the taproom on February 13 to celebrate the launch. Here are some of the highlights of the party:

  • Free pints of beer from 4-5pm
  • Live music from Kingsview and Justin Halverson
  • Special edition 612Brew Can release/anniversary shirts designed by Adam Turman and printed live, on-demand by CHUX Printing
  • Special firkin tappings

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Hear more about the cans, the art, and more on the latest episode of the Minnesota BeerCast.

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Minnesota Brewery Job Openings

Enki Brewing Brewhouse
Enki Brewing Brewhouse

Everyone knows the craft brewing industry is expanding across the nation and right here in Minnesota. Breweries add staff as they grow to make sure expanding operations continue to benefit their company and its partnerships. Several Minnesota craft breweries are looking for to add help in a variety of roles.

Everyone thinks brewery work is a dream job. The truth is that brewery work is still work. You don’t get to punch in at noon and crack a beer. You’ll be up early, and likely cleaning or lifting something. If you think you’ve got what it takes, checkout the links to Minnesota brewery job openings below.

Lift Bridge Brewing Co

Applications deadline is February 2nd, 2015.
All potential candidates, please fill out the form at the following link: http://bit.ly/1drvm64

Lucid Brewing Co.

  • Growler Sales Manager
    Summary Description:
    Responsible for scheduling part-time growler sales staff, coordinating and executing tours and private events, and merchandise management.
  • Part-Time Growler Sales
    Summary Description:
    Responsible for checking IDs, interacting with customers, cleaning and filling growlers, and tour support.
  • Brewer/Cellarman
    Summary Description:
    This position will be responsible for the brewing process from preparation of the raw materials through the fermentation process.

Bauhaus Brew Labs

  • Brewer
    Production, fermentation, and sanitation.

Tin Whiskers Brewing

  • Marketing Manager
    The marketing manager is responsible for preparing and sending out press releases, brand development and promotion, managing our external events, organizing events at the taproom, updating the website, current social media platforms, doing basic graphic design, and some sales.
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Minnesota Beer Activists Bash at Dangerous Man Brewing Co. Dec 14th

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archaicJoin MN Beer Activists Saturday, December 14th, from 12p-6pm, at Dangerous Man Brewing Company for a fundraiser of epic proportions. Minnesota’s consumer beer organization is raising capital to help pay for some the group’s operational expenses the only way they know how: with a party.

The event, sponsored by Zoss Media and Loop Commercial Advisors, will feature a Belgian Blonde Ale named “Achaic” as nod to some of Minnesota’s antiquated liquor laws.

A number of Minnesota brewers, liquor stores, and supporters have donated items for a silent auction. The silent auction items range from autographed Minnesota Vikings memorabilia, to art, a private brewer’s reception, and an opportunity to brew a commercial beer with Dangerous Man Brewing.


Local food vendor Potter’s Pasties & Pies are catering the event with traditional savory English pastries filled with meat and/or vegetables. A perfect fit for a chilly afternoon in Minneapolis.

In addition to the food, beer, and silent auction items, Shameless Inc. Screen Printing will be live screen printing t-shirts on site featuring original artwork from Enoch Peterson from 12pm-4pm

Minnesota Beer Activists Bash at Dangerous Man Brewing Co