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Lime Light Lager

Step into the Lime Light! There is a beer for every occasion, and our Lime Light Lager is perfect for the calorie-conscious or the craft beer lover looking to “lighten” things up – all with a twist of lime. Lime Light Lager’s ingredients give a subtle nod to the traditional styles of the past, all […]

Retro Haze

A smooth, hazy pale ale with a nostalgic twist. Bursting with juicy citrus and tropical hop notes, it balances a mellow bitterness with a pillowy, soft finish. Ideal for those who crave a laid-back vibe and smooth yet bold retro flavor. Sip back, relax, and let Retro Haze take you to a place where the […]

Hop Stream – Just Hops

Just Hops is a playful and invigorating non-alcoholic water crafted with natural hop flavors. With zero calories and zero carbs, it’s the perfect refreshing companion for your adventures. Hop Stream captures the essence of El Dorado and Mosaic hops, creating a crisp and aromatic beverage experience. Whether you’re exploring the outdoors, being social, or simply […]

Festiversary 2025!

Festiversary – An Outdoor Beer Festival Block Party Celebrating Bent Paddle’s 12 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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

Hop Stream | Just Hops!

Hop Stream is a playful and invigorating non-alcoholic, non-canna sparkling water crafted with the crisp, clean water of Lake Superior and natural hop flavors. Unencumbered by alcohol, canna, calories or carbs, you need good water to make hop water. Hop Stream captures the essence of El Dorado and Mosaic hops, creating a crisp and aromatic […]

Bent Paddle Celebrates 10 Transformative Years!

During our 10 years to brewing, we have crafted over 250 unique beers, supported over 6-hundred nonprofits, and won around 65 awards. Thank you to the community and paddlers that have supported us! We couldn’t have gone this far without you! Read the full article online at the Duluth News Tribune!

Buying Local Supports Local

Coming out of a pandemic into high inflation has been tough on everyone, especially local small business owners. Bent Paddle is committed to keeping our beers as affordable as possible so we are shouldering these cost increases directly. Still, in the face of double-digit percent price increases on malt and cans, as well as other […]

Meet Maris, Bent Paddle’s Newest Taproom Resident

The river otter’s return to the St. Louis River and the Duluth Harbor is a sign that we’re doing something right. Their numbers dwindled during the era of wetlands destruction and widespread water pollution, but have surged since policies favoring clean water have been in force. We are lucky to reside in the Lincoln Park Craft […]