If you catch our Brewmaster Andy Farrell out and about enjoying a beer, it’s probably a Hazy Hearted. “Hazy Hearted is what I drink at home,” Andy said. “I love the hops, the aroma intensity, everything about the beer.” So, what’s at the heart of Hazy? Like the...
Clean water is vital not just for great tasting beer, but for everyone to live healthy and full lives. In Michigan, we know this first-hand: we’re surrounded by the Great Lakes and know the threats posed to our waterways. That’s why in 2023, we donated $113,600 to...
One of our favorite parts about Oberon's annual release is everyone who comes together to celebrate it! From the Eccentric Café in Kalamazoo to the streets of Ann Arbor or the pubs of Chicago, the return of Oberon is a time to get together with friends and toast to...
As Oberon Day approaches, several special beer tappings and special events are planned across the country to celebrate its return! Here are some of the events for Oberon’s release. https://bellsbeer.com/news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-oberon-day-2024/ There...
It’s the time of year again—temperatures rise, flowers bloom, and Oberon returns triumphantly. Here’s everything you need to know about Oberon Day 2024, from when it’s being released to how to find it in your area and how to celebrate! We will update this blog post...
“Lake life” looks a little different as you travel the coasts of the Great Lakes. The shore of Lake Superior in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Marquette is one of our favorite places to visit. There’s great food, historic architecture, and nature to explore any...
Here are some of our favorite recipes that include our beers as an ingredient
Sometimes it’s hard to tell that special someone exactly how you feel about them. Don’t worry, we’re here to help. For the past decade, we’ve been sharing Beerentines inspired by our beers. Download the cards below and text, DM or print off and mail them to share your...
Oberon Eclipse is just the beer for the “off season.” It’s everything we love about the colder temperatures, longer nights, and seeing our breath in the air.
We have some exciting news to share: Bonnie and our Land Steward team won second place at the 2024 Chinook Cup for Chinook hops grown at our brewery! “It is such a huge compliment to place in this competition,” said Bonnie. “The Land Steward team works really hard...
Wash the glasses! It’s a new year and we have lots of exciting new Hearted news to share! From variety packs, new beers and expanded distribution, there’s something for everyone. New Hearted Variety Pack Our latest Hearted IPA Variety Pack includes two new beers, a...
Mark your calendars: Oberon Day 2024 is Monday, March 25! The annual release of our citrusy and refreshing American Wheat Ale marks the return of everything we love about summer. In the weeks to come, we’ll share information on Oberon release parties and all the ways...
Beer and the holidays go hand in hand... but what can we do to elevate our pairing and cooking game? We sat down with Kris, the executive chef at our Eccentric Café, to discuss some of his tips for cooking and pairing beer this time of year. Cooking with Beer...
We do numerous things at the brewery to help reduce our overall environmental impact, including recycling many materials used to brew, package, and ship our beer. But what can you do as an enthusiastic beer drinker to ensure you are doing your part? Here are some tips...
Feed the pumpkins to squirrels and leave the spice in the cupboard, it's Stout Season here at Bell's. Stouts are some of our favorite beers to enjoy, and fall and winter are some of the best times to do so. Here's the history of our Stouts and what will be released...
This is the seventh interview in a series that spotlights coworkers who make Bell’s the brewery it is. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. As we continue our series of coworker interviews, we sat down with Amy, one of the people who’ve made...
Instead of hunkering down, Oberon Eclipse embraces the season. That includes Polar Plunges, ice golfing and doing the very Midwestern thing of using a snowbank as a cooler.
With the recent addition of distribution to Hawaii, we’re excited to officially say that Bell’s beer is now available across the United States, including Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico.
Every September, we head out to the Pacific Northwest for hop selection, a multi-week process that our brewmaster calls “the core of the soul of Two Hearted.” “As craft brewers, hops are such an important part of what we do,” said Andy Farrell, Bell’s brewmaster. “We...
Folks who visit the Eccentric Café often come for the beer but come back again and again for our smash burgers. Our kitchen crew has perfected the dish and have experimented with a wide range of ingredients for specials each week. We went into the kitchen and got some...
This is the fourth interview in a series that spotlights coworkers who make Bell’s the brewery it is. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. As we continued our series of coworker interviews, we grabbed a shifty with Bonnie, a lifelong gardener, hop...
Sustainability takes a lot of different forms at the brewery, and one that’s near and dear to our heart is our wastewater treatment center. Our on-site facility nicknamed the “The Cube,” takes wastewater that is generated in brewing and packaging and pretreats it...
Today is National Coloring Book Day! We’ve collected some adult coloring pages we’ve created over the years, featuring Oberon, Two Hearted and more! Stay within the lines and brand guidelines or be inspired to do something different! Print them out, grab your colored...
We always celebrate Two Hearted, but August is extra special: August 15 is Two Hearted Day. If you want to throw a Two Hearted party, here are food pairings, recipes, cocktails, and other ways to celebrate our American IPA: Food One of the quickest ways for a Two...
This summer, we’re spending more time on the trail as part of our Two Hearted Trail Pledge Program. We asked some coworkers who hike for some tips on how we can up our game, and here’s what they shared. Extra Coffee: When you’re heading out for a hike, some...
This is the fifth interview in a series that spotlights coworkers who make Bell's the brewery it is. This interview was edited for length and clarity. Everyone’s career progresses in different ways. One of the most important steps is finding something you’re...
The ultimate frozen beer-rita for a hot summer day.
How do you advocate for the health of hundreds of coworkers? We recently caught up with Sara, the brewery’s wellness specialist, about how wellness has shifted from just eating well and exercising, and what makes a brewery like Bell’s unique.
As the rest of the world is starting to celebrate summer (we kick off the season on Oberon Day), we started thinking of our favorite beer cocktails we like to make.
This summer, we have not one, but two new variety packs to enjoy! And to break down the beers inside of them, we talked to our Brewmaster Andy Farrell, who gave his notes about what makes each beer stand out to him. Oberon Variety Pack Mango Habanero Oberon: This...
This year, we’re bringing our Inspired Giving Grassroots Grant Cycle back, focusing again on grants that support clean water.
Some exciting news from one of our newest beers: Lager for the Lakes has won gold at the 2023 World Expo of Beer in the Standard American Lager category. “We’re super excited any time one of our new products is recognized,” said Andy Farrell, Bell’s Brewery...
We are excited to again sponsor Kalamazoo Pride and celebrate our friends, family, and coworkers in the LGBTQIA+ community. “We believe everyone should have equal rights,” said Bell’s Executive Vice President Carrie Yunker. “Everybody should have an equal opportunity....
This Oberon beer cocktail is perfect for those slow, warm, Summer days.
Like many Michiganians, we have a lot of pride in our home state and the fresh water that surrounds us. On Great Lakes Awareness Day, here are nine things we love about HOMES (Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior). 21% of the world's fresh water. Combined, the...
This month, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joined The Daily Show host and Kalamazoo native Jordan Klepper for an Oberon at our pub.
On this Earth Day, we want to highlight a particularly important resource to us all: Clean water is vital, not just for the beer we brew, but to sustain the lives we all lead.
After being a brewer for almost 30 years, Kevin recently became the head tour guide. We sat down to talk to him about the changes at Bell’s over the years and how beer brings people together.
Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Utah, and Washington… get ready! Two Hearted and friends are coming your way.
We sat down with Bridget to learn more about what quality means for beer and how she protects it in the market.
Our brewery and Eccentric Café are open to all. We strive to be a space that’s safe and inclusive, however you identify along with those who you love.
We sat down with some women coworkers at Bell’s to hear how they built careers in the industry, what things have changed and why representation in leadership is so important for the next generation.
Water is one of beer’s most essential ingredients, affecting its taste, aroma, and overall quality. To be responsible stewards and protect this resource, we must focus on protecting life-sustaining clean water, not just for beer, but for everyone.
We are closely approaching the annual release of Oberon, our American Wheat Ale. Here’s everything you need to know about celebrating Oberon Day 2023:
As Oberon Day approaches, there are several special tappings planned across the country to celebrate its return! Here are some of the events for Oberon’s release. There may be others in your area that aren’t listed here.
This month as we celebrate the contributions women have made to craft beer, let’s just not raise a pint, but the voices, of a group of coworkers who are actively working to bring more women and nonbinary people into the industry.
Have you ever sent us a DM or e-mail? You probably talked to Luke. Get to know what inspires our customer service manager.
This is the beer we’ve wanted to brew for years: Crisp, refreshing and timeless, just like the lakes that inspired it.
As we’re preparing for Big Game (IYKYK) parties, we went into our recipe box and found some favorite dishes to cook with our beer!
It’s February, and time to show love to those special people in your life. Each year, we combine classic valentines with beer into what has become known as Beerentines.
Today is National Coloring Book Day! A day to celebrate the relaxing and fun activity, we’ve collected some adult coloring pages we’ve created over the years, featuring Oberon, Two Hearted and more! Stay within the lines and brand guidelines, or be inspired to do...
We’re excited to announce that our annual Raise a Wing event is back for its third year. We’re teaming up with Meals on Wheels America to support their urgent mission to improve the health and quality of life of seniors, so no one is left hungry or isolated. Raise a...
This Juneteenth, we’re joining the Kalamazoo community celebrating the history and contributions of Black and African Americans to our country.
Courtney Simmons is the new DEI Director for Bell’s and New Belgium. We recently sat down to talk about the work she does, how craft beer creates communities, and what she hopes to see in five years. This interview has been edited for length and clarity Q: So...
As we get come together with friends and family on Mother’s Day to celebrate those special figures in our life, here are 8 of our favorite beermosas and cocktail recipes to make the moment a little bit sweeter. Oberon Beermosa Ingredients Oberon Sparkling White Wine...
We have another incredible Beer Garden Concert Series for 2022! Indie rock band, Built to Spill will kick it off, the first of many incredibly talented musicians to visit downtown Kalamazoo this summer. Matt & Kim, fan-favorite The Mummies, and Michigan’s Steppin’...
We have an amazing lineup planned for 2022 that includes new beers, new packaging, and returning Bell’s Brewery favorites. It all begins with a brand-new offering that has already started shipping this week (Dec. 13)! LoSun, a low-calorie Wheat Ale has already started...
Bell’s beer will once again flow in the great state of Virginia! Brewery favorites like the very popular and best-selling Two Hearted Ale (recently named the Best Beer in America for the fourth year in a row), Bell’s Hazy IPA, Official, and many others will be...
John Mallett is a well-known name in the craft beer world. His influence and contributions will soon help pave the way for the next generation of brewers. The John Mallett Scholarship will debut in 2022 to an individual looking to further their study through one...
To the Kalamazoo Community and my Bell’s family: When I first came to Kalamazoo as an ambitious freshman attending Kalamazoo College, I didn’t think I would stay here longer than my education required. I had aspirations to go far, but also had no idea that I...
We would like to (politely) introduce you to our newest release specifically for those in the Midwest. No, Yeah, is our latest year-round release; it will start shipping next week here in Michigan, Wisconsin, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, and Minnesota. An...
Our downtown Kalamazoo brewery is where we got our start. Though the batches may be smaller than what we brew for wider release at our Comstock Brewery, our original brewery is still very focused on innovation and bringing new beers to life. It’s actually quite...
Two Hearted Ale is the Best Beer in America. Again. Bell’s Brewery is the Best Brewery in America. Again. For the fourth year in a row, we brought home top honors in the 2020 Best Beers in America survey conducted by Zymurgy magazine, a publication of the American...
The eagerly awaited Light Hearted Ale is now available! A Low-Cal IPA with only 110 calories, Light Hearted is the newest year-round release from Michigan’s largest independent craft brewery. With 4% ABV, it is the latest addition to Bell’s Hearted family (Two Hearted...
We (Bell’s Brewery) and two of our beers - Two Hearted and Hopslam - were recognized again in this year’s Best Beers in America survey from Zymurgy magazine. Two Hearted was No. 1 in the Top-Ranked Beers category and Bell’s in whole was named...
Bell’s Brewery is proud to announce the upcoming release of its Leaves of Grass series; seven brand new Bell’s beers will be released about every two months inspired by Walt Whitman’s literary classic. The series will kick off in late May 2019 with a German-inspired...
We are incredibly proud to announce that our Brewery Tour has been named one of the top two in the country! As one of ten breweries nominated for USA Today’s 2019 10Best Reader’s Choice travel awards, your help landed us the No. 2 spot on the list. The final Top 10...
We are proud to announce new distributor partnerships in the great states of Wyoming and Nevada! Six distributors will help bring Bell’s entire portfolio, as seasonally available, to Wyoming in April. Five distributors will help bring Bell’s entire portfolio, as...
It's official! Two of our favorite ingredients come together in the brewhouse; pungent American hops and delicious wheat malt. Bell's Official Hazy IPA is double dry-hopped (a combination of Mosaic, Citra, Azacca, Amarillo, and El Dorado hops) resulting in complex...
Bell’s has again been recognized as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” in West Michigan. This is our fourth year in a row of being honored with this amazing award. The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® is a program that provides the...