Brewery in a State that Takes Beer Seriously

The Leinenkugel brewing company is the seventh oldest brewery in the United States. Their beer is well known throughout Wisconsin and sold around the entire country. The waters of the Chippewa Falls River were what attracted Jacob Leinenkugel to the area, where he began brewing his beer in 1967. Still a family brewing company, Leinenkugel's is owned and operated by the fifth generation of Jacob's flock. Still attracted by the forests, the hillsides, the rivers, and the small friendly towns filled with dairy farmers, Leinenkugel's remains in Chippewa Falls with no intention of relocating.

Every year, thousands of people stop by the brewery on their way to and from the Northwoods. They enjoy the taste of the award winning beer, served from this old world German style brewery. Whether it is a tradition to grab a case of the brew on your way up north to camp or hunt, of if you pick up a few cold ones during the heat of summer on your way home from the lake, Leinenkugel's is a part of the Wisconsin tradition.

Touring the brewery is an option, and allows folks to sample their favorite beers and learn about how they were handcrafted. Anyone with an interest in brewing or a respect for beer will love a chance to see the process in action. In addition to regular tours, the brewery hosts and sponsors a variety of events throughout the year. The Leinie Lodge Family Reunion welcomes those who have enjoyed Leinenkugel's beer for decades with free food, beer samples, and great entertainment. Country Fest is one of the best country music festivals in the United States and every year it features well known artists that come from miles around to perform. Recent acts include Reba, Toby Keith, and Tim McGraw. Leinenkugel plays a special role at Milwaukee's annual lakefront music festival, Summerfest. Leinie's is served on site and enjoyed by the tens of thousands that flock to the lakefront for two weeks worth of partying, music, food, fireworks, and fun. Be sure to check out the Leinie's tent when you attend Summerfest.

A German brewery could not call itself such unless it is involved in an annual Oktoberfest celebration. Leinenkugel's is no exception and every September they throw a weekend filled with German tradition and beer drinking fun. There is a Golden Keg Procession that kicks off the event, and visitors are welcome to participate in the parade. Plenty of music, food, and fun follow, and folks from all over Wisconsin come to enjoy the taste of Leinenkugel's during this event.

One of the things the brewery takes pride in is its loyal customer base. Knowing most Leinenkugel drinkers love their pets, they launched an area on their website where fans can post pictures of their beloved furry friends. If you are a Leinie's lover and you want to share your favorite canine with the world, head to the site.

From Red Lager to Honey Weiss to a variety of seasonal beers, Leinenkugel's offers beer drinkers a great brew.