Brewery Profile
Black Husky Brewing LLC
Milwaukee has a long beer history, and its current brewery landscape includes places that arrived with their own story rather than starting entirely in the city. A visit to Black Husky Brewing LLC brings guests into the Milwaukee taproom of a brewery that began in 2010 in a small log cabin in Pembine, a rural community in northern Wisconsin. Its name and identity come from the owners’ former sled dog kennel, with particular tribute to a husky named Howler. Since moving primary brewing operations to Milwaukee in 2016, the brewery has been part of the city’s craft beer scene while keeping that earlier Northwoods connection visible in its background and public character.
Travelers exploring Wisconsin beer often look for stops that reflect both local brewing culture and a sense of place beyond the glass. Black Husky fits that pattern by linking Milwaukee’s urban brewery circuit with a backstory rooted in rural Wisconsin and sled dogs. The relocation to Milwaukee allowed the brewery to expand production capacity, but the known history still points back to a smaller, hands-on beginning in Pembine. For visitors moving between breweries in the city, this gives the stop a different frame: it is not only another taproom visit, but also a chance to encounter a brewery whose identity was shaped before it became part of Milwaukee’s larger beer map.
Because specific amenities, hours, food options, events, and current beer availability are not provided here, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and any visit details. Guests should check directly with the brewery before making plans, especially if they are looking for a particular style, group accommodations, or on-site activities. What is clear from the brewery’s history is that the Milwaukee facility serves as its dedicated taproom and primary brewing base, established after the 2016 move from Pembine. Visitors interested in brewery origins, Wisconsin beer travel, or small producers that changed setting over time will find the context useful when deciding whether to include Black Husky on a Milwaukee itinerary.
Black Husky Brewing was established in 2010, initially operating out of a small log cabin located in the rural Wisconsin town of Pembine. The brewery draws its name and inspiration from the owners' former sled dog kennel, specifically honoring a husky named Howler. In 2016, Black Husky relocated its primary brewing operations and opened a dedicated taproom facility in Milwaukee. The move allowed for increased production capacity while maintaining the original dedication to the brewing process, a commitment the owners attribute to the 23 dogs that were part of their lives.
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909 E Locust St, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53212
Phone: +14147634141
Website: http://www.blackhuskybrewing.com
Hours: Our Hours (Link to contact page)
Upcoming Events
Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.
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3 Sheeps Brewing Co. Saturday Tour
Oct 24, 2026
Guided tours at 3 Sheeps including samples and souvenir glass every Saturday at 3 p.m.
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Alt Brew Saturday Tour
Oct 24, 2026
Tours at Alt Brew every Saturday at 2 p.m.
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Badger State Brewing Saturday Tours
Oct 24, 2026
Join tours at Badger State Brewing every Saturday at 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Reserve online for $10, including souvenir glass and samples.
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3 Sheeps Brewing Co. Tours
Oct 24, 2026
Guided brewery tours offered every Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 3 p.m. Tours cost $10 and include samples and a souvenir glass.
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Milwaukee's Worst Trivia on Tuesdays
Oct 27, 2026
Join Milwaukee's Worst Trivia every Tuesday at 6:30 PM for a fun trivia night at Black Husky Brewing.
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Bavarian Bierhaus Friday Tours
Oct 30, 2026
Free tours every Friday between 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. running every 30 minutes at Bavarian Bierhaus.
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3 Sheeps Brewing Co. Friday Tour
Oct 30, 2026
Guided tours at 3 Sheeps including samples and souvenir glass every Friday at 6 p.m.
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First Friday Taproom Night
Nov 6, 2026
Join us every first Friday of the month for our Taproom Night featuring local live music, food trucks, and special beer releases.
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Top Dog Deadlift Exhibition
Nov 7, 2026
Witness an impressive display of strength at the Top Dog Deadlift Exhibition.
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Irish Music Jam Session
Nov 11, 2026
Enjoy the Irish Music Jam Session held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 6:30 PM to 9 PM at Black Husky Brewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Black Husky Brewing LLC located?
- Black Husky Brewing LLC is located at 909 E Locust St, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53212. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Black Husky Brewing LLC's hours?
- Current hours are: Our Hours (Link to contact page). Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
- How can I learn more about Black Husky Brewing LLC?
- Visit http://www.blackhuskybrewing.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.