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Every year, Earth Rider brewers travel to the Pacific Northwest during hop harvest. Harvest begins in late August and concludes in early October. Again this year, Director of Brewing Frank Kaszuba traveled with Head Brewer Allyson Rolph with a primary…

The history of the Festbier style and Oktoberfest celebrations dates to October 12th, 1810 when Crown Prince Ludwig I of Bavaria married Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. After the ceremony, Marzen (March) beers were imbibed. They were the drink of season,…

Craft Breweries have been popping up for many years around the world. The trend was born in the U.S. in 1978 when prohibition-era laws were overturned to allow home brewing. A small number of inventive individuals took to their kitchens…

Earth Rider Brewery lies in Superior’s North End neighborhood at the heart of the Twin Ports. The working harbor at the base of Blatnick ‘High’ Bridge is the brewery’s backdrop and offers dozens of trail systems within minutes drive. Twin…

The bock beer style originated in Einbeck, Germany during the 13th century. Fruitfully grown hops of the region allowed brewers to create a more delicate and light-malt-driven lager that was different from the dark gruit (an herb mixture used for…

At Earth Rider Brewery, we are in constant pursuit of an evermore pleasing beer. An amazing and ancient beverage, Beer is brewed in a vast variety of styles. Each style can reveal unique flavors, colors, and levels of alcohol. Beer…

Earth Rider brewers are back in the Yakima Valley for their annual pilgrimage for hop selection. Many top brewers from around the country travel to Washington, Oregon, and Idaho to select hops for their hand-crafted beer. Personal selection of ingredients…

Have you met Brett? Our Brett IPA that is! This complex India Pale Ale was aged in French Oak barrels with Brettanomyces Bruxellensis var. Drie and then dry hopped with Idaho 7, it is light-bodied and dry with pleasing notes…

SPREAD THE CHEER WITH BEER AND GEAR THIS SEASON We are currently offering a few specials that make giving the gift of Earth Rider beer even more festive. You get a little somethin’ special from us to keep! Give $50…

Saturday, September 12th, 2-10 PM Earth Rider Festival Grounds Hey Earth Riders, It is time for the Annual Tapping of Earth Rider Festbier + Rare Beer Releases! Come for the beer, stay for the fun. There will be performances by:…

In order to comply with the CDC’s current recommendations, and to protect our staff and community from the spread of COVID-19, Earth Rider’s Cedar Lounge taproom will be limiting hours to 11am to 7pm daily. Some tables, stools, and chairs…

Congratulations to 2019’s Earth Rider Life Shot of the Week Champion Michael Granke! His Raspbecrush-under-Lake-Superior-ice shot blew us away. Michael will receive a crowler of Earth Rider Beer every month this year. Use #EarthRiderLife on your social posts for a…