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Central Waters Brewing

4.5 (65 reviews)
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Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Haley Z.

I'm a big beer drinker and love that the flights are 6 instead of the very popular set of 4. I like to try almost the whole menu if I can. Their recipes are deep with flavor, nothing feels like an accident or half assed here. The seasonal beers were my favorites here opposed to their flagships I've gotten from the grocery store before. They tend to favor darker and more malty beers. Tons of options on tap of variety. We were there when there was a small private party in one of their rooms inside. They have live music and a vast area outside to sit. Tons and tons of convenient parking on their lot. The only real downfall here is that is out of the way and there isn't a lot "close" by. They could definitely use some food options. They have since opened a MKE location (that I haven't been to yet) which is great to see as this brewery location is very North WI. Definitely worth the drive for a few relaxing or exciting hours at this brewery! They also have plenty of great options for cans to purchase to-go!

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Jeff G.

Open air patio with a food truck on site. Excellent selection of beer to choice from. I went with an amber and the wife chose a silver. We were both very happy with our choices. Quiet setting for an enjoyable evening.

Melanie Z.

another great stop for a large variety of beers, atmosphere was wonderful and staff was friendly

John M.

Good beer outside of Stevens Point. Many varieties including seltzers. Flights are the way to go to try different varieties. Good pours. Small gift shop for beer to go along with hats..tshirts.etc. No food available except popcorn. Food trucks on Saturday. Indoor and outside seating. Plenty of parking.

Joyce T.

Massive Brewer set up. This Friday is busy with live music. Lots of parking. Friendly staff. Lots of brews leaning toward the darker and richer variety. Of course, many other styles. A big fridge has a bunch of styles of cans to go. Ciders, too.

Jim W.

IPAs, cider, experimental tastes, Shandy's, dark, high ABV,.....oh my! Cans, bottles and draft, yes! What a wonderful variety of styles brewed right on the premises. Ballsy beers filled with thick flavors, alcohol and ideas. Worth a drive out here.

stacked barrels in a warehouse
Grant K.

Absolutely worth diving into the specialty stuff while you're here. Happened to take a chance on a 3pm brewery tour while I was here on a Saturday... and it was actually the most informative one I've been on. Unexpected bonus!

The Brewery!!
Mark K.

I'm a local. I try to stopover about every 3-4 days for what's on nitro. Actually ALL the beers on tap are amazing. I'm truly blessed to be so close to the brewery. 'Love meeting my friends there.

Way more taps then the dated photo someone posted in 2013.
Fred M.

A visit to Central Waters Brewing has been on my wish-list since 2009, or maybe 2010 (when you get to be my age the years begin to blend together). Anyway, I've wanted to visit here for a loooong time. Yesterday, (February 18th, 2017) I finally made the pilgrimage! My wife and I made the three-hour trek from Grayslake, and we weren't disappointed. It was a beautiful day, and a pleasant drive. Once we hit Amherst, a sense of excitement grew. Suddenly, we came over a ridge and I sighted the brewery. As we drew near, we were both impressed by the size of the compound, and the sheer volume of cars in the lot (I use the term "lot" loosely). We were lucky to find one of the few remaining spots, and I parked. We walked in. The place was jammed. I took a moment to soak it all in. Then I said: "Let's get a beer!" The bar was probably two-deep with people clamoring for a beer. Some jackass behind me started waiving two empty glasses and calling for a bartender. I turned around and said: "Dude, wait your turn." He apologized and stopped waiving the glasses. We struck-up a conversation, and it turns out he wasn't a bad guy, just thirsty. Bottom line: they probably need to cordon-off a small area at the bar with no barstools, so patrons can form an orderly line. I had a couple of awesome brews that you can't find anywhere else in the whole-wide-world. Finally, we were ready to press on. As we left, there was a second tap station. This one caters to those looking for growlers and howlers to-go. I requested two howlers of their Bourbon Barrel Barley Wine. Yum! Some day I will return. I don't know when ... but I will return.

Open for business
Brent J.

We came up this weekend to get our family cottage open on the chain of lakes. Thankfully Central Waters was open for business. We enjoy coming here every time we are in the area. There are new rules now with the re-opening of the economy. First, you will be greeted by an an employee as you pull in who will explain the current rules. Park your car, and sit at one of the intentionally distanced tables. You get to sit outside only, and there is one order station which you must maintain distance before you can order. Get your beer, go to your table, and enjoy the day. Disposable cups, cleansing after every customer, and great customer attention. They put their plan together properly so everyone can feel safe. I had the Brewer's reserve bourbon barrel pecan Kringle stout. If you are a dark beer fan, you will love this offering. A perfect Wisconsin Kringle in a beer. I liked it so much that I got a 4 pack to bring home with me. There are numerous other offerings, so if you are in this area, please stop by and support this great local brewery.

Bathrooms!
Phillip W.

This little brewery in the middle of nowhere stands its ground against some of the best breweries we've frequented in San Diego and Portland, Oregon. The company store in Amherst is friendly, warm, inviting, and fun. But it's not just the great brewery experience. Central Waters beer is top-notch too. Since coming to Milwaukee on temp assignment, and after many trial pints, we've settled on their HHG APA (Horseshoes and Hand-Grenades American Pale Ale) as our main beer. And that's in a city with no shortage of very workmanlike craft brewers.

Rachelle B.

My dad, who lives in WI, gave us this beer. Shine On from Central Waters Brewery in Amherst, WI (population 1,052). Central Waters is Wisconsin's first green-powered brewery. They use solar panels and radiant floor heating systems, and efficient lighting and electricity systems. All of the materials in their tap room are from recycled resources and they have reduced the amount of packaging materials that comes into the facility by having a grain silo outside the brewery. Also, they work with local farmers to recycle the grain used in the brewing process. Pretty cool! They're "making the world a better place, one beer at a time." The Shine On beer is a red ale that was made to commemorate Central Water's solar hot water system and their partnership with the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA). It's made with Wisconsin-grown, organic barley and a proceed of all sales go to the MREA to help fund renewable energy and sustainability. Ok, so this is all fine and good and commendable... but how did the beer taste? That's what it comes down to ultimately, right? We really liked it. .. organic and sustainable or not, it was a great tasting beer. We'll have to pick some more up next time we're in Wisconsin and maybe try some others from Central Waters Brewing.

Brewery tour !
Nicholas P.

Really cool brewery doing insane things leading the country in barrel aged beers. Extremely awesome environment to hang out and have a great tasting beer. Wondered up there on a spontaneous beer tour to O'so and Central Waters. Working at Next Door Brewing it is cool to see a bigger scaled brewery and how things are done compared to where we are going. They have brewery tours where the guide is hella rad and extremely informative!

This is not your home brewing operation!

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7 years ago

Great place atmosphere to enjoy beer, would recommend this place to anyone that enjoys good beer.

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7 years ago

These folks make great beer, which they pour for us folks attending the Midwest Renewable Energy Fair.

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Great atmosphere and even better beer! Good for a laid-back Saturday beer or a summer weekday beer garden drink.

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14 years ago

Can't get any better that Central Waters brews...great beers...and environmentally conscious...100% reccomend CW's!!

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great laid back vibe, friendly staff and good beer.

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