Look out…. Kennett Square’s craft beer scene is growing! Braeloch Brewing officially opens their doors on March 1st! Their official grand opening will take place the weekend of March 8th – 10th.
We recently visited the future brewery to learn more about what customers can expect. During our visit we met with co-owners Kent Steeves and Kathy Drysdale, who along with their significant others (Amy Steeves and Matt Drysdale), are the ones behind this future brewery. Construction is still ongoing, so see first hand as they continue to build out their space!
How did Braeloch get it’s name? Great question! As we were told growing up Kent’s family had a house in the finger lakes region of New York. And on that property stood a lamp post with the name Braeloch on it. Hence why you see the lamp post in their brewery logo and how the name came about. And even better, that original lamp post has been transported from that property and will be in the brewery!
Originally built in 1903, their building was once a service station for street trolleys and train engines that ran in the area. It then went on to become a mushroom log (Kennett Square is the mushroom capital of the world after all) and finally a repair shop for fire fighting equipment.
This 9,200 square foot location will house a 10 barrel brewing system and a taproom that is close to 4,000 square feet! However that isn’t all. Behind the bar they plan to build a warming kitchen that will offer light fare such as a German cheese pretzel, charcuterie, plethora of panini’s and more. If you are looking for something heavier, they will offer food trucks in their parking lot on most nights.
Congratulations on Braeloch joining the Pennsylvania beer family! Make sure to follow them on Facebook, Instagram and their website to stay up to date on their growth!
