Brewery Profile

Potosi Brewery

In a small Wisconsin river community, this brewery gives Potosi’s beer scene a clear historical center of gravity. Its roots go back to 1852, when brewing began on the site along the Great River Road near the Mississippi River, and its modern chapter began in 2008 after a long closure that started in 1972. A visitor walking in today finds more than a working brewery. The current operation shares its original site with a restaurant and a museum, so the experience is partly about present-day small-batch beer and partly about the long arc of brewing in the town.

Travelers in this part of Wisconsin often look for stops that fit naturally into a river-road itinerary: a local beer, a meal, a bit of regional history, and a break from driving. Potosi Brewery fits that pattern without requiring visitors to know its beer list in advance. The brewery emphasizes small-batch craft production and quality in the brewing process, while the museum provides context for why this site matters locally. For those interested in beer styles, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours rather than rely on assumptions about what will be available.

For planning, the brewery is on South Main Street in Potosi. The restaurant and museum make it a practical stop for visitors who want more than a quick drink, and Saturday tours of the production facility add a behind-the-scenes option when available. Groups should check ahead, since reservations are available for private events and group tours. As with any brewery visit, hours, tour availability, and the current tap list are best confirmed directly before making the trip.

Potosi Brewing Company traces its origins to 1852 when it was established along the Great River Road near the Mississippi River in Potosi, Wisconsin. After ceasing operations in 1972 due to market conditions, the brewery was reestablished in 2008 on its original site. The current operation produces craft beer in small batches, emphasizing quality throughout its brewing process. Located on South Main Street, the brewery also features a restaurant and museum, offering tours of its production facility on Saturdays. Reservations are available for private events and group tours.

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209 S Main St, Potosi, WI 53820, USA, Potosi, Wisconsin, 53820

Phone: (608) 763-4002

Website: https://www.potosibrewery.com/

Hours: ["Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM","Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM"]