ADDRESS

HOURS

Mon 12-10pm

Tue 12-10pm

Wed 12-10pm

Thu 12-10pm

Fri 12-11pm

Sat 12-11pm

Sun 12-10pm

Taproom + PILOT BREWERY

Our taproom features our current marketplace offerings as well as some taproom only releases. Enjoy rotating experimental versions of our flagship beers, small batch pilot beer, casks, and fun infusions. Plus we always have non-alcoholic options available in our family-friendly neighborhood taproom. Swing by for a pint!

We have indoor and outdoor space and a heated pet-friendly patio. Feel free to order food for delivery from a bevy of great local restaurants to enjoy in the taproom. We also have Bent Paddle merchandise, Gift Cards, and beer to go

As part of our Paddle It Forward initiative we select 2 non-profit organizations to support each month! Help us support our local non-profits by rounding up your tab next time you get a beer in our taproom! 

Get it to-go

We fill 64 oz. growlers and 25.4oz Aluminum Crowlers of fresh beer to go during regular taproom hours until 10pm Monday through Sunday. Our standard refillable glass growlers are $5 and beer fills and refills start at $12. We also offer specialty Bent Paddle branded Kleen Kanteen stainless which make great gifts for you or a friend!  You are now also able to fill any branded or non-branded 64 oz. growler with our new Bent Paddle “growler sleeves”.  We are unable to fill our Nitro beer in growlers.

Crowlers

25.4oz Aluminum Crowlers

Year Round: $9
Specialty: $12
High ABV: $17

Discount: Buy 3 get $5 off

Growlers

64oz Glass Reusable Container

Year Round Fill: $12
Specialty Fill: $16

Empty Growler: $5

Gift Cards

Neil

PILOT BREWER

Always
something new

Meet Neil Caron – he’s our award winning Pilot Brewer! Our Pilot Brewery is attached to our taproom and is responsible for designing new recipes, production techniques, ingredient trials as well as brewing beers that can only be found in our taproom. 

Our Pilot Brewery is a 7bbl DME System that mimics our 30BBL Production brewery so that we are able to scale up our test recipes for production. 

Give Neil a wave next time you see him brewing in our taproom! 

FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS

Still have questions?

  • Pets / Dogs

    Unfortunately our Dept of Ag license prohibits dogs inside our Taproom unless they are certified service animals. Our patio is dog friendly as well as our outdoor plaza space.

  • What events do you have going on?

    Check out What’s Tappening here in the Taproom

  • Where can we park?

    We have a parking lot adjacent to our production facility at 1912 W Michigan St. The parking lot behind our taproom is owned and operated by the Enger Lofts and not available to our guests. Free street parking is available if our lot is full. Do not park in the Auto Zone dirt lot as you may be subject to their towing policy.

    Handicap parking? We have two dedicated handicap space located on the left had side of our building with handicap ramp access to the Taproom

    Can I park over night? While we all like a good parking lot camp site, our parking lot is used for large truck logistics the keep our Taproom and Brewery functioning.

  • Do you have food?

    We have various dry snacks available for purchase: chips and salsa, meat sticks, pretzels, nuts and popcorn.

  • Can we bring in outside food?

    Absolutely, if the food you are bringing in was produced in a commercial kitchen (Restaurant, Grocery Store and pretty much any pre-packaged food is good to go) Sadly, this means you have to leave the crockpot home, and we know how hard that is.

  • Do you take Reservations?

    We do not; however we have a very large space that can accommodate 250+ people inside and on our patio. For private rentals please contact us!

  • Can you fill non-Bent Paddle growlers?

    Yes, if it designed for beer and 64oz and it can be sealed and is labeled with an alcohol warning we can find a way to fill it. Note, there may be exceptions to this, in which case, we have glass growlers available for purchase.

  • Do you offer growler credits/deposits? 

    While we don’t offer credits for growlers as once you purchase the glass, it’s yours. We do offer a reduced rate on fills, when filling your glass growlers. We will also happily re-cycle or re-use Bent Paddle growlers that you no longer use.

  • Do you offer private rentals?

    Yes, we have a plethora of options available. Find out how we can accommodate you and your special event here

  • Do you offer gift cards? 

    We sure do! Gift cards can be purchased both in person through the Taproom or online

  • What are your online store policies?

    You can view our online store policies here

  • Is Smoking allowed?

    While we don’t allow smoking in our Taproom and grounds, we do have smoking receptacles located 20 feet from each entrance per Duluth city ordinance.

Taproom Hours

Mon 12-10pm

Tue 12-10pm

Wed 12-10pm

Thu 12-10pm

Fri 12-11pm

Sat 12-11pm

Sun 12-10pm

Holiday Hours:

CLOSED: 11/23 Thanksgiving Day

CLOSED: 12/24 Xmas Eve

CLOSED: 12/25 Xmas Day

CLOSING EARLY: 12/31 NYE

CLOSED: 1/1/24 NY Day

Now On Tap

Year Round

ABV
5.0%
STYLE
Pilsener Lager
IBU
38
CATEGORY
Year Round
MALTS
Pilsener, 2-Row, Carafoam, Acidulated
HOPS
German Tradition, Mandarina Bavaria, Sterling
YEAST
House Lager Strain
BREWER'S NOTES
Venture Pils is the Brewer’s Beer here at Bent Paddle. It is the quintessential representation of beer brewed with the pristine waters of Lake Superior. Venture Pils uses no water chemistry adjustments – just pure Lake Superior Water which highlights what can be done with this incredible resource. Weyermann Pilsener Malt from Germany is the base malt used in this beer. A cracker-esque malt characteristic that resonates through is balanced out by the snappiness of European Noble hops and a clean lager yeast profile from the Ausustiner Lager strain. A touch of a floral hop flavor and aroma makes this brilliantly clear lager refreshing all year round.
ABV
5.6%
STYLE
Amber Ale
IBU
32
CATEGORY
Year Round
MALTS
Pale, Golden Promise, Aromatic, Crystal Extra Dark, Crystal Medium, Carafoam, Carafa 3 (Dehusked)
HOPS
Centennial, UK Sovereign, Glacier, Amarillo, Ahtanum
YEAST
House Ale Strain
BREWER'S NOTES
14 Degree Amber is Bent Paddle’s most award-winning beer. With a respectable Bronze, Silver, and Gold medal at the Great American Beer Festival, this brand is truly a unique beer that pays homage to the traditions of its style, all while bending tradition to a more modern craft beer drinker. Utilizing Pale malt and a variety of European character malts this beer has complex malt driven flavors and a deep amber color. Expect notes of biscuit, toast, caramel, and slight notes of prune. We balance the malt complexities out with a blend of American and English Hops that give it a bright herbal, fruity, and floral hop presence.
Available on NITRO!
ABV
6.2%
STYLE
India Pale Ale
IBU
68
CATEGORY
Year Round
MALTS
2-Row, Pilsener, Carafoam, Caramalt, Premium English Caramalt, Acidulated
HOPS
Centennial, UK Sovereign, Cascade, Eldorado, Glacier
YEAST
House Ale Strain
BREWER'S NOTES
Bent Hop IPA is our Flagship IPA and our best selling and most beloved beer overall. Utilizing a blend of American and European malts, Bent Hop has a malt profile rich with notes of biscuit, cereal, and caramel. We balance this bold malt backbone out with a blend of Hops unique only to this brand. Intense notes of grapefruit, citrus, and pine resonate throughout this beer. The predominant hops used are Centennial and Eldorado sourced from the American Pacific Northwest with a total of 2 lbs. per barrel.
AWARDS
2022 World Beer Cup Bronze Medal (International IPA Category)
Available on NITRO!
ABV
6.0%
STYLE
Black Ale
IBU
34
CATEGORY
Year Round
MALTS
2-Row, Golden Promise, Carafa 3 (Dehusked), Crystal Light, Crystal Extra Dark, Golden Naked Oats, Flaked Oats
HOPS
Centennial, Willamette
YEAST
House Ale Strain
MISC. INGREDIENTS
BREWER'S NOTES
Bent Paddle Black Ale is a combination between a Stout and a Porter as it has characteristics that seamlessly blends it between the two style. This robust dark ale brings its complex malt to the forefront with a mixture of dark roasted malts and crystal malts. Expect rich notes of chocolate, roast, and a slight caramel character to come through as this malt forward ale utilizes our house American Ale Yeast to finish clean with a soft, mouth-coating finish.
Available on NITRO!
ABV
6.0%
STYLE
Cold-Press Coffee Infused Black Ale
IBU
34
CATEGORY
Year Round
MALTS
2-Row, Golden Promise, Carafa 3 (Dehusked), Crystal Light, Crystal Extra Dark, Golden Naked Oats, Flaked Oats
HOPS
Centennial, Willamette
YEAST
House Ale Strain
BREWER'S NOTES
Cold Press Black Ale gives the drinker all of the pleasantries of our Black Ale mixed with our house made Cold Press utilizing beans from Duluth Coffee Company. We’ve moved to a single source farm in Colombia where the beans are grown and then sent up to Duluth Coffee Company to be roasted. Once roasted, we make our cold press in house and infuse into our Black Ale post centrifuge at a rate of 1 gallon per barrel. Expect the rich chocolate and roast characteristics to blend nicely with the Cold Press infusion, bringing the coffee notes to the forefront of your pallet with a pleasantly smooth finish.
Available on NITRO!

Specialty

ABV
11.2%
STYLE
Imperial Black Ale Aged in Bourbon Barrels with Whole Bean Vanilla Added
IBU
52
CATEGORY
Barrel Aged
MALTS
2-Row, Carafa 3 (Dehusked), Crystal Extra Dark, Dark Roasted Crystal, Crystal Light, Golden Naked Oats, Flaked Oats
HOPS
Centennial, Glacier
YEAST
House Ale Strain
MISC. INGREDIENTS
Vanilla Beans
ABV
11.2%
STYLE
Imperial Black Ale Aged in Bourbon Barrels with Cold-Press Coffee and Vanilla Flavor Added
IBU
52
CATEGORY
Barrel Aged
MALTS
2-Row, Carafa 3 (Dehusked), Crystal Extra Dark, Dark Roasted Crystal, Crystal Light, Golden Naked Oats, Flaked Oats
HOPS
Centennial, Glacier
YEAST
House Ale Strain
MISC. INGREDIENTS
Cold Press, Vanilla Bean, Vanilla Extract
BREWER'S NOTES
This robust version of our black ale features a smooth, chocolatey, semi-roasted malt profile that sweetly balances out the doubled strength. Notes of oak and whiskey from an extended aging period in Bourbon barrels creates a welcoming warmth. This iteration of our Double Black Ale features a "Double Shot" of both Cold-Press coffee and whole bean Vanilla for an extra level of flavor complexity and is the perfect companion for a late night viewing of the Northern Lights ... or can accompany any natural wonder you may come across.
ABV
11.2%
STYLE
Imperial Black Ale aged in Bourbon Barrels
IBU
52
CATEGORY
Barrel Aged
ABV
8.2%
STYLE
Hazy Double IPA
IBU
40
CATEGORY
LTR
MALTS
2-Row, Unmalted Wheat, Malted Oats, Briess Carapils
HOPS
Strata, Citra, Sultana, Sultana Cryo
YEAST
WLP066
BREWER'S NOTES
Cosmic Disco is a hazy double IPA that packs a flavorful punch. Bursting with tropical fruit notes of mango, pineapple, and passionfruit, this beer is complemented by a smooth and creamy mouthfeel. Aromas of citrus and pine lead to a balanced bitterness and a dry finish, making it the perfect choice for hop lovers looking for a full-bodied and refreshing IPA. Enjoy the interstellar dance of Cosmic Disco!
ABV
5.5%
STYLE
Robust Pale Ale
IBU
40
CATEGORY
Specialty
MALTS
2-Row, Golden Promise, Caramalt, Heritage Crystal, Carafoam, Crystal Extra Dark, Carafa 3 Special
HOPS
Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe, Crystal
YEAST
House Ale Strain
BREWER'S NOTES
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 Après ski or simply kicking back, Snowmaker is the perfect accompaniment to your seasonal adventure!
ABV
5.0%
STYLE
American Sour Ale with Boysenberry
IBU
10
CATEGORY
LTR
MALTS
2-Row, Carafoam, Acidulated
HOPS
Trident
YEAST
House Ale Strain
MISC. INGREDIENTS
Boysenberry Puree
BREWER'S NOTES
Boysenberry Slap Sour is a tart and refreshing sour ale that boasts a bold boysenberry flavor. With a strikingly purple hue, this beer packs a punch of fruity aroma and a pleasantly sour taste that is sure to wake up your taste buds. The boysenberry flavor is balanced by a slightly sweet maltiness, creating a well-rounded and satisfying drinking experience. This sour ale is perfect for those looking for a unique and flavorful brew that packs a punch.
ABV
4.1%
STYLE
Light Lager
IBU
8
CATEGORY
Specialty
MALTS
Rahr 2-Row, Rahr North Star Pils, Flaked Non-GMO Corn, Acidulated Malt
HOPS
German Tradition
YEAST
House Lager Strain
BREWER'S NOTES
Crisp, lightly floral, clean American lager. Very low bitterness, super drinkable
ABV
6.3%
STYLE
Hazy IPA
IBU
32
CATEGORY
Specialty
MALTS
2-Row, Unmalted Wheat, Malted Oats, Briess Carapils
HOPS
Strata, Citra, Sultana
YEAST
WLP066
BREWER'S NOTES
Peach, canned pineapple, mango sorbet, starfruit, mandarin orange, and so much more. Doughy wheat and oats lend a full, smooth mouthfeel, to match the medium-low bitterness.
ABV
4.8%
STYLE
Pale Ale
IBU
48
CATEGORY
Year Round
MALTS
2-Row, Crystal Light, Caramalt, Carafoam, Flaked Oats
HOPS
Ahtanum, Eldorado, Citra, Idaho 7
YEAST
House Ale Strain
BREWER'S NOTES
Kanu Session Pale Ale is our only session flagship beer. Coming in at 4.8% ABV, this all-day crusher gives you intense notes of citrus, grapefruit, tropical fruit, and pine from its big dry hop addition as it has a total dry hop amount of 1 lb. per barrel. Enjoy a smooth mouthfeel from the addition of oats in the malt bill which lends a unique flavor cascade over your tongue. This brilliantly clear Session Pale highlights three main hops – Citra, Eldorado, and Idaho 7.
ABV
5.0%
STYLE
Cream Ale with Vanilla + Almond + Cardamom
IBU
19
CATEGORY
Specialty
MALTS
2-Row, Golden Naked Oats, Flaked Oats, Acidulated
HOPS
Centennial
YEAST
WLP007 Dry English Ale
MISC. INGREDIENTS
almond, vanilla, cardamom

Pilot Beer

ABV
7.2%
STYLE
Porter + Spices
IBU
30
CATEGORY
Pilot Brewery
ABV
5.3%
IBU
25
CATEGORY
Pilot Brewery
ABV
4.5%
STYLE
Dark Mild
IBU
16
CATEGORY
Pilot Brewery
MALTS
Golden Promise, Crystal Medium, Pale Chocolate, Carapils
HOPS
Glacier
YEAST
WLP007 Dry English Ale
TASTING NOTES
Light roast coffee, toffee, chocolate and dark fruit, with a pleasant balancing bitterness. Malty, and flavorful, yet light and highly drinkable
BREWER'S NOTES
Dark Mild is a traditional English pub ale, traditionally low abv, and served on hand pulled cask. This version is a bit on the light side, but very drinkable and refreshing
ABV
6.7%
STYLE
IPA w/ Citra & Rakau
IBU
67
CATEGORY
Pilot Brewery
TASTING NOTES
Bright tropical citrus and a prominent malt backbone
ABV
6.9%
STYLE
IPA
IBU
70
CATEGORY
Pilot Brewery
MALTS
2-row, caramalt, Carapils
TASTING NOTES
Pine, grapefruit, herbal, dank, earthy hops. Afirm bitterness balances a smooth and solid malt backbone
ABV
4.2%
STYLE
Session IPA
IBU
20
CATEGORY
Pilot Brewery
MALTS
2-row, pale, dextrin
HOPS
Mosaic Cryo, Waimea
YEAST
House Ale
TASTING NOTES
Juicy tropical fruit, sweet stone fruit and pine. Moderate bitterness upfront and an easy refreshing finish
ABV
5.2%
STYLE
Saison
IBU
20
CATEGORY
Pilot Brewery
TASTING NOTES
Pear, tart apple, herbal hops, lemon and black pepper. Dry, effervescent and refreshing.

N/A Options

CATEGORY
Non-Alcoholic
STYLE
Hop Water
CATEGORY
Non-Alcoholic
HOPS
El Dorado, Mosaic
BREWER'S NOTES
Hop Stream | 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 relaxing, Hop Stream provides a delightful and alcohol-free way to explore the essence of hops while staying hydrated. Stream On Friends.
CATEGORY
Non-Alcoholic
CATEGORY
Non-Alcoholic

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