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MidwestMicroBrews, 118 S. Washington Street #402B, Green Bay, Wisconsin 54301 |
May 23, 2012
Ore Dock Brewing Company to Open Thursday, May 24, 2012
Marquette, Michigan - Ore Dock Brewing Company will open its doors to the public for the first time on Thursday, May 24, after months
of renovation to a former auto garage located at 114 West Spring Street in downtown Marquette. The microbrewery's tasting room will be
open for limited hours from 5 pm until midnight both Thursday and Friday. Six original beers, including a Porter, IPA, Belgian Blonde,
and Saison- a farmhouse-style ale - will be on tap. After Thursday and Friday, regular business hours will be Sunday, Tuesday-
Wednesday 12pm-11pm and Thursday-Saturday 12pm-12am.
"After years of being craft beer enthusiasts and homebrewers, we're excited to be a part of the growing Upper Peninsula craft beer scene
right here in Marquette, a community we are proud to call home," said Andrea Pernsteiner, owner and Marquette resident.
Over 30 jobs, mainly local, were provided during construction, and the brewery has two full-time and two part-time employees with
plans to add more positions once the business is open. Reclaimed materials were incorporated throughout the renovation, including
flooring and barn beams, as well as polishing the existing concrete floor. Construction continues on the second floor, which will be open to
the public this summer.
Marquette's newest microbrewery is the brainchild of residents Wes and Andrea Pernsteiner. Inspiration came during a 4,000 mile road
trip out west where the couple planned their itinerary based on breweries they wanted to visit. Upon returning home, the Pernsteiner’s
spent two years creating a business plan and setting the groundwork for a microbrewery that would offer a clear link to the Marquette
community, with an emphasis on utilizing local products and fostering the local art and music scene. The vision of Ore Dock Brewing
company is to be a place for people to come together to enjoy unique, quality craft beer.
The Pernsteiners, along with fellow owners Wade DePas, Corey and Kathleen Stiles, and Nick and Marina VanCourt, of Marquette, share
in ownership.
Head Brewer Nick VanCourt has been brewing American, English, and Belgian style beers for Thursday's opening, with an emphasis on
staying true to style. With six beers currently available, plans call for up to 10 beers to be on tap. A Daggett, Michigan native, VanCourt
has worked in several Wisconsin breweries and is a graduate of the World Brewing Academy, studying in Chicago and Munich, Germany.
Plans for an official grand opening event will be announced this summer upon completion of the second floor renovation. The second floor
will have space available for live music, community events and private parties, additional seating, and a second bar. Those interested in
the brewery's beers, events and second floor progress can follow the latest news at www.ore-dock.com or on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/OreDock
Source: Ore Dock Brewing Company press release
Ore Dock Brewing Company to Open Thursday, May 24, 2012
Marquette, Michigan - Ore Dock Brewing Company will open its doors to the public for the first time on Thursday, May 24, after months
of renovation to a former auto garage located at 114 West Spring Street in downtown Marquette. The microbrewery's tasting room will be
open for limited hours from 5 pm until midnight both Thursday and Friday. Six original beers, including a Porter, IPA, Belgian Blonde,
and Saison- a farmhouse-style ale - will be on tap. After Thursday and Friday, regular business hours will be Sunday, Tuesday-
Wednesday 12pm-11pm and Thursday-Saturday 12pm-12am.
"After years of being craft beer enthusiasts and homebrewers, we're excited to be a part of the growing Upper Peninsula craft beer scene
right here in Marquette, a community we are proud to call home," said Andrea Pernsteiner, owner and Marquette resident.
Over 30 jobs, mainly local, were provided during construction, and the brewery has two full-time and two part-time employees with
plans to add more positions once the business is open. Reclaimed materials were incorporated throughout the renovation, including
flooring and barn beams, as well as polishing the existing concrete floor. Construction continues on the second floor, which will be open to
the public this summer.
Marquette's newest microbrewery is the brainchild of residents Wes and Andrea Pernsteiner. Inspiration came during a 4,000 mile road
trip out west where the couple planned their itinerary based on breweries they wanted to visit. Upon returning home, the Pernsteiner’s
spent two years creating a business plan and setting the groundwork for a microbrewery that would offer a clear link to the Marquette
community, with an emphasis on utilizing local products and fostering the local art and music scene. The vision of Ore Dock Brewing
company is to be a place for people to come together to enjoy unique, quality craft beer.
The Pernsteiners, along with fellow owners Wade DePas, Corey and Kathleen Stiles, and Nick and Marina VanCourt, of Marquette, share
in ownership.
Head Brewer Nick VanCourt has been brewing American, English, and Belgian style beers for Thursday's opening, with an emphasis on
staying true to style. With six beers currently available, plans call for up to 10 beers to be on tap. A Daggett, Michigan native, VanCourt
has worked in several Wisconsin breweries and is a graduate of the World Brewing Academy, studying in Chicago and Munich, Germany.
Plans for an official grand opening event will be announced this summer upon completion of the second floor renovation. The second floor
will have space available for live music, community events and private parties, additional seating, and a second bar. Those interested in
the brewery's beers, events and second floor progress can follow the latest news at www.ore-dock.com or on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/OreDock
Source: Ore Dock Brewing Company press release