Brewery Profile
Mad Swede Brewing
In a Boise beer scene with room for both high-energy taprooms and quieter craft-focused stops, Mad Swede Brewing Company occupies the latter kind of space in a visitor’s itinerary. A walk-in impression should be shaped less by spectacle than by attention to balance: beers presented as deliberate, consistent, and built for drinkers who value structure over novelty for its own sake. The brewery’s identity draws on Nordic precision, a useful shorthand for its stated approach to clean execution and measured flavor. For travelers sampling Boise’s breweries, it offers a stop that feels grounded in the city rather than designed around hype.
Visitors to this part of Idaho often look for a broad craft-beer experience: something local, something well made, and ideally a place that gives a sense of how the Northwest interprets familiar styles. Some travelers chase hop-forward beers, while others prefer crisp, malt-driven, or more restrained pours that can hold up over a full tasting rather than just a single sample. Mad Swede fits best into that second kind of visit, where the draw is consistency and balance. Without relying on a single flagship story or a list of named beers, its profile suggests a brewery for people who want to compare, taste carefully, and find quality in execution.
Because specific amenities, food options, event schedules, and current beer availability are not confirmed here, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and any visit details that matter before settling in. Travelers should check directly with the brewery for hours, seating expectations, outside food policies, non-beer options, and whether anything special is being poured. As with many craft breweries, the best visit is likely one that starts with a look at the current tap list rather than fixed expectations. For a Boise stop focused on balanced beer and a low-noise approach to craft brewing, Mad Swede Brewing Company is a practical addition to a local brewery route.
Anchored in Boise, Idaho, Mad Swede Brewing Company crafts consistently exceptional, balanced beers that have earned them a reputation for quiet excellence. Drawing inspiration from Nordic precision, their brews are a delicious voyage of flavor, perfect for the discerning palate looking for quality without the hype.
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2772 S Cole Rd Ste 140, Boise, Idaho, 83709-8028
Phone: (208) 378-0000
Website: http://www.madswedebrewing.com
Hours: Mon-Thur: 3-9pm, Fri: 3-10pm, Sat: 1-10pm, Sun: 1-8pm
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Mad Swede Brewing.
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WHITE AXE
Very Hard Seltzer
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Mundo Loco
Mexican-Style Lager
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Himinglaeva
Hazy Pale Ale
Beer Styles at Mad Swede Brewing
Mad Swede Brewing brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Very Hard Seltzer, Mexican-Style Lager, and Hazy Pale Ale. 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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Live Comedy Shows
Oct 23, 2026
Enjoy live standup comedy featuring nationally touring comedians and Boise's pro standups every Friday at 7pm and Saturday at 7pm and 9pm.
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Karaoke Night
Oct 23, 2026
Sing your heart out every Friday at 9pm during Karaoke nights.
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Open Mic Comedy
Oct 24, 2026
Come for open mic comedy every Thursday at 8pm and Saturday at 11pm.
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Late Night Comedy Open Mic with Tanya Cope
Oct 24, 2026
Weekly late night comedy open mic hosted by Tanya Cope every Saturday at 11pm.
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Live Stand Up Comedy
Oct 25, 2026
Enjoy live stand up comedy every week at Mad Swede Brew Hall, downtown Boise’s premier comedy venue.
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Sweet Swede Comedy Open Mic
Oct 26, 2026
Come on down for the SWEETEST open mic in Boise! The Sweet Swede open mic is every Monday night at Mad Swede Brewing!
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Open Mic Music
Oct 27, 2026
Perform or enjoy open mic music nights every Tuesday at 7pm.
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The Pretty Good Open Mic
Oct 28, 2026
The #1 Comedy Open Mic in Downtown Boise! Running since February 2021, this is the best room in town for standup comedy.
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The "Pretty Good" Comedy Open Mic with Max Knudson
Oct 29, 2026
Weekly comedy open mic hosted by Max Knudson every Thursday at 8pm.
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Mad Swede Downtown Taproom Permanent Closure
Dec 31, 2026
Mad Swede Brewing Company's downtown taproom, located at 816 W. Bannock St., will permanently close after operating through New Year's Eve.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Mad Swede Brewing located?
- Mad Swede Brewing is located at 2772 S Cole Rd Ste 140, Boise, Idaho, 83709-8028. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Mad Swede Brewing's hours?
- Current hours are: Mon-Thur: 3-9pm, Fri: 3-10pm, Sat: 1-10pm, Sun: 1-8pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
- How can I learn more about Mad Swede Brewing?
- Visit http://www.madswedebrewing.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.