Brewery Profile

Michigan Brewing Works

A 5-acre farm setting gives Michigan Brewing Works a different context from a typical downtown taproom in Williamston. Visitors arrive at a working microbrewery and distillery housed in an historic 1895 farmhouse, with the agricultural setting forming part of the identity of the stop. The operation uses locally sourced ingredients where it can, including garlic grown on the farm and honey produced onsite from yellow mustard and buckwheat flowers. For a small city visit, it offers a beer-focused destination that connects Williamston’s local character with a brewing program tied to older Michigan Brewing Company recipes.

Travelers moving through mid-Michigan often look for breweries that show a sense of place without requiring a large-city beer crawl. This stop fits that pattern by combining familiar craft styles with farm-linked ingredients and small-batch production. Core beers include Celis White, High Seas IPA, Mackinac Pale Ale, Sunset Amber, and Superior Stout, giving visitors a range that moves from wheat beer to IPA, pale ale, amber, and stout. The brewing program is overseen by a head brewer with more than 25 years of experience, and the brewery also produces special batches. Because the site is also a distillery, visitors may find spirits made with local ingredients alongside the beer program.

For planning purposes, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, special batches, and any available spirits, since rotating releases can change what is being served. The known draw is the combination of a farmhouse brewery setting, a compact but varied beer lineup, and production that uses ingredients connected to the surrounding farm and region. Details such as food service, seating arrangements, events, tours, and hours should be checked directly before visiting. As part of a Williamston stop, Michigan Brewing Works is best approached as a rural brewery and distillery visit rather than a standard bar-only experience.

Operating within a 5-acre farm environment, Michigan Brewing Works functions as both a microbrewery and a distillery located in an historic 1895 farmhouse in Williamston. The facility utilizes locally sourced ingredients, including farm-grown garlic and honey produced onsite from yellow mustard and buckwheat flowers. The brewing program is overseen by a head brewer with over 25 years of experience, drawing on classic Michigan Brewing Company recipes for their diverse portfolio. Core beer offerings include the award-winning Celis White, High Seas IPA, Mackinac Pale Ale, Sunset Amber, and Superior Stout. In addition to standard releases, the brewery produces special batches and distills spirits using local ingredients.

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3435 Dietz Rd, Williamston, Michigan, 48895-9506

Phone: 517-294-2280

Website: https://michiganbrewingworks.com/

Hours: Mon Closed; Tue 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm; Wed 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm; Thu 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm; Fri 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm; Sat 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm; Sun 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Michigan Brewing Works.

Beer Styles at Michigan Brewing Works

Michigan Brewing Works brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes White, IPA, Pale Ale, Amber, Wheat, Stout, and Porter. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Michigan Brewing Works located?
Michigan Brewing Works is located at 3435 Dietz Rd, Williamston, Michigan, 48895-9506. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Michigan Brewing Works's hours?
Current hours are: Mon Closed; Tue 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm; Wed 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm; Thu 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm; Fri 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm; Sat 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm; Sun 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Michigan Brewing Works?
Visit https://michiganbrewingworks.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.