Brewery Profile
Bayern Brewing Inc.
Among Missoula’s craft beer choices, this brewery stands out for keeping a clear German focus rather than trying to cover every contemporary beer trend. Since 1987, it has been part of the city’s beer landscape, offering authentic German lagers brewed in the Reinheitsgebot tradition. A visitor walking in can expect a taproom built around that identity, with the Edelweiss Beer Garden adding a Bavarian setting for a pint and a meal. The brewhouse windows give the visit a working-brewery feel, letting guests see part of the brewing process instead of treating the beer as something separate from the room.
Travelers in western Montana often look for brewery stops that feel tied to place without requiring a long itinerary of their own. Missoula has the college-town, river-town, and road-trip character that makes a brewery visit an easy pause between other plans, and Bayern Brewing fits that role by offering something more specific than a generic tap list. Its emphasis is on German lager brewing, so the experience is likely to appeal to visitors who seek clean, traditional beer styles, a slower pint, and food that matches the brewery’s Bavarian direction. For someone comparing stops across the region, the draw here is not novelty for its own sake but a consistent point of view: German beer, German brewing tradition, and a Missoula setting.
For practical planning, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, current food options, and any details about seating in the Edelweiss Beer Garden. The known visitor experience includes classic Bavarian fare, cold pints, and views through the brewhouse windows, so it can work as either a quick beer stop or a more settled break with food. Hours, reservations, event schedules, package availability, and other service details should be checked directly before going, since they can change and are not part of the basic brewery description. Visitors who are especially interested in the brewing side may want to allow enough time to look through the brewhouse windows and connect what is in the glass with the production space behind it.
Bayern Brewing Inc. transports the spirit of Bavaria right to Missoula, Montana, offering authentic German lagers brewed strictly according to the Reinheitsgebot tradition. Step into their Edelweiss Beer Garden or taproom to enjoy classic Bavarian fare alongside a cold pint, all while watching the brewing process unfold through the brewhouse windows. Since 1987, this Missoula staple has offered travelers and locals a truly grounded, yet transportive, craft beer experience.
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1507 Montana St, Missoula, Montana, 59801-1409
Phone: (406) 721-1482
Website: http://www.bayernbrewery.com
Hours: Tap room hours: Daily, 11:00am- 8:00pm. Edelweiss hours: Mon - Sat, 11:00am - 8:00pm
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Bayern Brewing Inc..
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Amber
Lager
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Celebration Pilsener
Pilsener
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Citra Dump Truck
IPA
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Doppelbock
Doppelbock
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Dragon's Breath
Lager
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Dump Truck
Lager
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Face Plant
Lager
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Groomer
Lager
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Killarney
Lager
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Maibock
Maibock
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Montana
Lager
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Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest
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Pilsener
Pilsener
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St. Walter
Lager
Beer Styles at Bayern Brewing Inc.
Bayern Brewing Inc. brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Lager, Pilsener, IPA, Doppelbock, Maibock, and Oktoberfest. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.
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Hellgate Venture Network May Monthly Meet Up
Sep 17, 2026
Monthly networking meetup for local venture community members.
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Firkin Tapping, Smoked Pork Kassler & Accordion Music with Mike Hanson
Sep 19, 2026
Join us for a special Firkin Tapping event on Friday, September 19th, featuring delicious smoked pork Kassler and live accordion music by Mike Hanson.
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Oktoberfest Food Special - The Klaus Plate
Sep 19, 2026
Indulge in "The Klaus Plate" during our Oktoberfest Food Special, available Monday through Saturday. This meal includes a Brat, Kraut & Potato Plate with a beverage for $18.
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Firkin Tapping & Rueben Friday
Sep 26, 2026
Enjoy a Firkin Tapping on Friday, September 26th, paired with our Rueben Friday special.
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Firkin Tapping & Brat & Kraut Pizza
Oct 3, 2026
Don't miss the Firkin Tapping on Friday, October 3rd, featuring a delicious Brat & Kraut Pizza special.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Bayern Brewing Inc. located?
- Bayern Brewing Inc. is located at 1507 Montana St, Missoula, Montana, 59801-1409. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Bayern Brewing Inc.'s hours?
- Current hours are: Tap room hours: Daily, 11:00am- 8:00pm. Edelweiss hours: Mon - Sat, 11:00am - 8:00pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
- How can I learn more about Bayern Brewing Inc.?
- Visit http://www.bayernbrewery.com for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.