Brewery Profile

Bell's Comstock Brewery

In Galesburg’s beer scene, this brewery stands out for scale and production role rather than for the small-batch neighborhood model many visitors associate with craft beer. Bell’s Comstock Brewery was established in 1985 and serves as the company’s primary brewing location, handling high-volume production for a broad portfolio of core and specialty releases. For a visitor, the main point of interest is seeing the public-facing side of a brewery tied to national distribution and long-running Michigan craft beer history. The original Kalamazoo location housed early brewing operations, but Comstock is where the larger production work is centered.

Travelers through this part of Michigan often look for recognizable regional beers, seasonal releases, and stops that connect local brewing history with beers they may have seen far from the state. This brewery fits that kind of itinerary because it is associated with widely distributed Bell’s beers, including Oberon, the popular seasonal wheat ale. A stop here is less about discovering a tiny operation and more about understanding how a brewery that began with small-scale production expanded over several decades into one of the largest independent craft breweries in the United States, with distribution across multiple states.

Because the known visitor amenities are not specified here, it is best to check current public hours and access before making the trip. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, including which flagship, seasonal, core, or specialty beers are available at the time of a visit. Travelers should not assume tours, food service, outdoor seating, or event programming unless those details are confirmed directly with the brewery. For anyone planning a southwest Michigan beer route, the Comstock stop is most useful when treated as a production-centered visit connected to a major Michigan craft beer name.

Bell's Comstock Brewery, established in 1985, operates a large-scale production facility in Galesburg, Michigan, serving as the primary brewing location for its extensive portfolio. The brewery is recognized nationally for producing flagship beers, including the popular seasonal wheat ale, Oberon. Starting with small-scale production, the company expanded significantly over several decades to become one of the largest independent craft breweries in the United States, maintaining broad distribution across multiple states. While the original Kalamazoo location housed early brewing operations, the Comstock facility handles the high-volume production required for their core and specialty releases.

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8938 Krum Ave, Galesburg, MI 49053, USA, Galesburg, Michigan, 49053

Phone: (269) 382-2338

Website: http://www.bellsbeer.com/

Hours: ["Monday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM","Tuesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM","Wednesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM","Thursday: Closed","Friday: Closed","Saturday: Closed","Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM"]

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Bell's Comstock Brewery.

Beer Styles at Bell's Comstock Brewery

Bell's Comstock Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes IPA, American Lager, Robust Porter, Stout, Amber Ale, Ale, Double IPA, Lager, and Variety Pack. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bell's Comstock Brewery located?
Bell's Comstock Brewery is located at 8938 Krum Ave, Galesburg, MI 49053, USA, Galesburg, Michigan, 49053. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Bell's Comstock Brewery's hours?
Current hours are: ["Monday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM","Tuesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM","Wednesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM","Thursday: Closed","Friday: Closed","Saturday: Closed","Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM"]. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Bell's Comstock Brewery?
Visit http://www.bellsbeer.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.