High & Dry January: Wade Into the Superior Waters
Here at Bent Paddle, we obviously love beer, but as the new year rolls in, we like to embrace those fresh perspectives and mindful choices with you. Whether you’re curious about cannabis-infused alternatives or a seasoned fan of our hemp-derived products, Bent Paddle is here to make your High & Dry January a flavorful, relaxing […]
What’s Tappening – December
Welcome Back Snowmaker!We’re bringing you a little extra cheer this year. Snowmaker Pale Ale Returns! Sometimes lake effect snow isn’t enough to blanket our thirst – enter Snowmaker. Our version of a Robust Pale Ale piles on Centennial and Simcoe hops for a wonderfully groomed bitterness that carves through the malt backbone. Whether you are celebrating […]
Federal Bill Passed Impacting Hemp/THC Beverages
Bent Paddle Brewing Co. has been safely manufacturing and selling hemp products for years, alongside so many other Minnesota breweries and cideries — working closely with local farmers and emulsion suppliers. When beer sales began to decline, hemp literally helped save our small businesses. Today, hemp-derived beverages make up nearly 40% of our total sales […]
Bent Hop: Minnesota’s IPA
Minnesota knows good beer. From lakefront taprooms to backwoods campfires, craft brewing has become a defining part of how we gather, celebrate, and share stories. Among all the incredible beers that come from our state, one stands out as a true Minnesota original: Bent Hop IPA from right here at Bent Paddle Brewing Co. A Superior IPA, […]
What Sets Bent Paddle Canna Beverages + Gummies Apart From the Rest?
Plus, What’s the Deal with CBD. CBN, and CBG, And Why the Entourage Effect (and Clean Extraction) Matter. If you’ve ever taken a look at any of the Bent Paddle canna beverages and wondered what makes them stand out about the rest as a high quality craft canna beverage, we’re here to help answer some […]
Live Music on the Cosmic Stage at Bent Paddle!
Looking for great live music in town? Stop by the Bent Paddle Taproom in Lincoln Park and catch rotating musicians performing throughout the week! Whether you’re in the mood for laid-back acoustic sets, high-energy bands, or something in between, we’ve got a lineup that keeps things fresh and exciting. Our live music schedule features a variety of talented local […]
Turning Waste Into Play: How Bent Paddle and Atlas Games Are Brewing a More Sustainable Future
Bent Paddle proud to share a behind-the-scenes look at one of our favorite sustainability partnerships: Replay Workshop by Atlas Games. This past summer a few members of our team had the opportunity to visit the Atlas Games X Replay Workshop and see firsthand how they repurpose plastic waste like our Pak-Teks and grain bags, into […]
Festiversary 2025!
Festiversary – An Outdoor Beer Festival Block Party Celebrating Bent Paddle’s 13 Year Anniversary – is Back!!!
Bent Paddle ‘Brewing’ a More Sustainable Future this Earth Day!
“We believe that businesses have a responsibility to minimize their environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable future. Through our ongoing initiatives and partnerships, we strive to lead by example and inspire positive change in the brewing industry and beyond.”– Laura Mullen, Bent Paddle Co-Founder Leading up to Earth Day on April 22, 2025, […]
Bending Traditions (and Making Great Beer!) Since 2013 The Story of Bent Paddle Brewing Co. – Shared by Co-Founders Karen Tonnis, and Laura Mullen
Like many native Duluthians, Laura Mullen wanted to experience life elsewhere for a while before settling down. But, the siren song of Duluth – including the chilly climate and “perfect beer-brewing water,” among other enticements – ultimately brought her home. Today, with a husband, child, her parents living nearby, and a busy career as the […]