Surly Brewing Company, Brooklyn Center, MN, USA
Surly Brewing Company is a craft brewery with locations in Minneapolis and Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. The operation focuses primarily on canned beer production and operates two facilities, including a modern brewery and taproom in the Prospect Park area of the city.
The company started when founder Omar Ansari began homebrewing in 1994 and later turned professional in Brooklyn Center. The opening of the modern brewery facility in Prospect Park in 2014 marked a major expansion following years of steady growth.
The name reflects the founder's spirited personality and passion for brewing. Today the space functions as a gathering spot where visitors sample beers, listen to live music, and participate in community events throughout the week.
The Minneapolis location is centrally situated and accessible to visitors who want to sample beers and attend regular events at the taproom. Hours for tastings and events vary by day, so checking the schedule ahead of your visit ensures you can participate in what interests you.
The company actively worked to clean up environmental contamination on its Minneapolis site and received grants to address industrial pollution before opening its new facilities. The name Surly is shared with a bicycle manufacturer, but the two businesses are separate entities with a mutual agreement.
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