Brewery Profile

Stoneman Brewery

A visit to this farm-based nano brewery puts Colrain’s beer scene in a very local frame. Stoneman Brewery operates on a 74-acre farm, so the setting is part of the identity rather than background decoration. Visitors should expect a small producer with a farm and ingredient story at the center, not a large urban brewpub model. Its best-known structural difference is its beer Community Supported Agriculture program, described as the first of its kind in the country. That CSA approach gives the brewery a direct relationship with regular supporters while still drawing general visitors during open weekends. The stated emphasis on 100% locally sourced ingredients also shapes how the beer is presented: what is available is tied closely to place, season, and sourcing rather than a fixed list of standard offerings.

Travelers in western Massachusetts often look for stops that connect beer with the rural landscape, local agriculture, and small-batch production. Stoneman fits that pattern by making the farm and its regional supply chain central to the visit. The brewery’s most recognized example is Vert Frisson Saison, a collaboration with the Forest Kitchen project. That beer used early spring evergreen tips from five species—Hemlock, Fir, Spruce, White Pine, and Yellow Pine—along with dried spring nettles, creating an herbal and floral profile based on foraged or seasonal plant material. It received a Good Food Award, which brought wider attention to a beer that had first been planned as a single experimental batch. A second run followed because of award recognition and demand from CSA members and public visitors.

For planning purposes, treat Stoneman as a destination to verify before you drive, especially if you are coming from outside Colrain or building it into a larger Franklin County trip. Public visits are associated with open weekends, and beer availability may vary because of the brewery’s small scale and seasonal sourcing. Details such as food service, formal tours, seating, reservations, and other visitor amenities are not established here, so confirm directly with the brewery before assuming they are offered. The taproom or public service area, when open, is the place to confirm the day’s pours and ask what is currently available from the CSA-focused production schedule. Visitors interested in ingredient-driven beer, farm settings, and regionally rooted brewing will have the clearest reason to include it on an itinerary.

Stoneman Brewery operates as a nano brewery situated on a 74-acre farm in Colrain, Massachusetts, notable for pioneering the country's first beer Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. The brewery emphasizes the use of 100% locally sourced ingredients in its production. Stoneman gained significant recognition for its Vert Frisson Saison, a highly specialized collaboration with the Forest Kitchen project, crafted using early spring evergreen tips from five different species—Hemlock, Fir, Spruce, White Pine, and Yellow Pine—along with dried spring nettles. This unique herbal and floral beer received a prestigious Good Food Award. Though initially conceived as a single experimental batch, the brewery produced a second run due to the award recognition and high demand from CSA members and the general public who visit during open weekends.

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20 Stetson Bros Rd, Colrain, Massachusetts, 01340-9733

Phone: 4136245195

Website: https://growbeer.com/

Hours: Open to the public the first weekend (Sat - Sun) of every month, April through December from 10am-4pm. 2025 Open Dates: April 5-6*, May 3-4, June 7-8*, July 5-6, Aug 2-3*, Sept 6-7, Oct 4-5*, Nov 1-2, Nov 8-9** (Crafts of Colrain), Dec 6-7. * Beer CSA pick-ups

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Stoneman Brewery.

Beer Styles at Stoneman Brewery

Stoneman Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Saison. 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 Stoneman Brewery located?
Stoneman Brewery is located at 20 Stetson Bros Rd, Colrain, Massachusetts, 01340-9733. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Stoneman Brewery's hours?
Current hours are: Open to the public the first weekend (Sat - Sun) of every month, April through December from 10am-4pm. 2025 Open Dates: April 5-6*, May 3-4, June 7-8*, July 5-6, Aug 2-3*, Sept 6-7, Oct 4-5*, Nov 1-2, Nov 8-9** (Crafts of Colrain), Dec 6-7. * Beer CSA pick-ups. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Stoneman Brewery?
Visit https://growbeer.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.