These 5 Duluth Hikes Should be on Your Fall North Shore Bucket List

Bent paddle beer in coolie sitting on bridge in the fall

Duluth is a special place for nature enthusiasts and leaf lookers of all ages! Here, at Bent Paddle Brewing Co. We love getting out into nature any way we can. The cooler fall temps make for the perfect time to explore all of our beautiful trails located just a small drive away from our beautiful […]

Bent Hop: Minnesota’s IPA

Bent Hop Minnesotas Superior 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, […]

Game Plan IPA

Game Plan IPA Bent Paddle Available Now!

Bursting with bold citrus aromas, this IPA delivers a juicy, hop-forward experience from the very first sip. Crisp and aromatic, it finishes with a subtle touch of berry, adding a unique twist to its unapologetically bold character.

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 […]

Festiversary 2025!

Festiversary – An Outdoor Beer Festival Block Party Celebrating Bent Paddle’s 13 Year Anniversary – is Back!!!

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 […]

Bent Paddle Brewing on Taking Risks and Giving Back | Credible Brand Podcast

Laura and Karen Co-Founders Bent Paddle Brewing

Listen to co-founders, Laura and Karen, of Bent Paddle Brewing, share their journey of starting a craft beer brewery with a focus on sustainability and community engagement. They discuss the division of duties among the four co-founders and the implementation of the Entrepreneurial Operating System to streamline operations. Giving back to the community and supporting […]

Christmas Cookie Cream Ale

christmas cookie cream ale coming soon

The Spritz cookie can be found at just about every holiday party and gathering in Minnesota. This traditional Scandinavian Christmas cookie shows up in all kinds of shapes, sizes, and colors – and in this case, beer! Notes of vanilla, almond & cardamom mingle with a Cream Ale malt profile for that sweet cookie goodness. […]

Taproom Hours

Mon 12-10pm

Tue 12-10pm

Wed 12-10pm

Thu 12-10pm

Fri 12-11pm

Sat 12-11pm

Sun 12-10pm

Closed Thursday, November 27th for Thanksgiving

Office Hours

Mon 9-4pm

Tue 9-4pm

Wed 9-4pm

Thu 9-4pm

Fri 9-1pm

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