Brewery Profile

Millpond Brewing

In Millstadt’s beer scene, the draw is a small brewery with a visible connection to the town around it. Visitors enter a renovated 1940s service station rather than a purpose-built taproom, and the building’s retained character is part of the experience. The brewery was established in October 2019 by founder Bryan after a career transition from marketing and years of homebrewing. Its location also has personal roots, chosen in part for its proximity to the owner’s family history of local business ownership. The restoration was done with help from family and friends, giving the space a local, hands-on quality that suits a village brewery visit.

Travelers in this region often look for stops that offer more than a single flagship style, and this brewery fits that pattern through a rotating beer list. Lagers, hazy IPAs, and whiskey barrel-aged beers are emphasized, so a visit may suit people who want something familiar as well as those interested in richer, cellar-influenced pours. Because the selection changes, the experience is less about chasing one fixed beer and more about seeing what is available that day. The brewery’s stated focus on community enrichment and local sourcing also places it within the kind of neighborhood-oriented beer culture that many visitors seek when they leave larger bar districts for smaller towns.

For planning purposes, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, since the beer lineup rotates and specific current offerings are not fixed here. Other visit details, such as food availability, events, seating arrangements, or family and pet policies, should also be checked directly before going, as those amenities are not established in the available information. Visitors should expect the main appeal to be the taproom setting, the restored service-station atmosphere, and a beer list that may move between clean lagers, contemporary hazy IPAs, and barrel-aged selections. For anyone passing through Millstadt or making a short brewery-focused trip in the area, it is a stop best approached with a flexible plan and an interest in local context.

Millstadt Brewing Company was established in October 2019 by founder Bryan following a career transition from marketing and years of successful homebrewing. The brewery operates out of a renovated 1940s service station in Millstadt, Illinois, a location chosen due to its proximity to the owner's family history of local business ownership. The facility was restored with the help of family and friends, maintaining the building's original character. Millstadt Brewing focuses on a rotating selection of styles, emphasizing lagers, hazy IPAs, and signature whiskey barrel-aged beers. The brewery emphasizes community enrichment and local sourcing in its operations.

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308 E Washington St, Millstadt, IL 62260, USA, Millstadt, Illinois, 62260

Phone: (618) 476-9933

Website: http://www.millpondbrewing.com/

Hours: M Closed Tu-Th 3p - 10p Fr-Sa Noon–11p Su Noon–7p Happy Hour: Tue-Thu 3-6pm. $2 off draft * barrel-aged beer not included

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Millpond Brewing.

Beer Styles at Millpond Brewing

Millpond Brewing brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes NA Light Lager, Light Lager, German Pils, German Pilsner, Cold IPA, Oatmeal Stout, DDH Hazy Pale Ale, DDH Single Hop Hazy IPA, Dunkles Bock, DDH Hazy IPA, Hazy Imperial IPA, and English-Style Barleywine. 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.

  • Happy Hour at Millpond Brewing

    Jul 6, 2026

    Enjoy $2 off draft beers every Tuesday through Thursday from 3pm to 6pm. Note that barrel-aged beers are excluded from the discount.

  • That's A Smash Food Truck

    Jul 11, 2026

    We’re smashing burgers and stacking Philly cheesesteaks the right way. Good food. Good vibes. No shortcuts. Come hungry.

  • Trivia Night

    Jul 16, 2026

    Tony Ramirez will host Trivia Night at Millpond brewing with prizes each round and an overall winner prize. Teams of 6 players can register starting at 6:30pm, with trivia beginni…

  • Casa Maria Food Truck

    Sep 5, 2026

    Casa Maria is a food truck specializing in creating the best authentic flavors of Mexico. Join us for food from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Millpond Brew…

  • SoulFull Food Truck

    Sep 19, 2026

    Soul~Full is a Food Truck experience that provides unforgettable flavors of sophisticated Southern Cuisine that have been elevated with a twist.

  • Yoga with Mallory

    Dec 13, 2026

    Yoga with one of Millpond's finest bartenders, and trained yoga instructor, Mallory Beatty! Happens every 2nd Sunday of the month. Please bring your own mat. Yoga is $10/person wi…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Millpond Brewing located?
Millpond Brewing is located at 308 E Washington St, Millstadt, IL 62260, USA, Millstadt, Illinois, 62260. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Millpond Brewing's hours?
Current hours are: M Closed Tu-Th 3p - 10p Fr-Sa Noon–11p Su Noon–7p Happy Hour: Tue-Thu 3-6pm. $2 off draft * barrel-aged beer not included. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Millpond Brewing?
Visit http://www.millpondbrewing.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.