Brew Detroit
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Brewing |
| Founded | September 2012 |
| Headquarters | Detroit , United States |
Area served | Michigan |
| Products | Small-batch craft beers, contract brewing services |
| Website | brewdetroit |
Brew Detroit operated as a contract brewery situated in Detroit, Michigan, focusing on the production of small-batch craft beers.
History
Established in September 2012 by a group of investors from Michigan, Brew Detroit set out to deliver large-scale contract brewing solutions tailored for emerging beer brands within the state. The company launched with an $8 million investment from private backers, which facilitated the construction of its brewing facility located in Detroit’s historic Corktown neighborhood.
As part of its community engagement efforts, Brew Detroit allocated 2% of its equity to the New Common School Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing scholarships for students attending Detroit's Cornerstone Schools.
The company began its brewing and packaging operations in early 2014. This was followed by the introduction of a tasting room and retail outlet in November 2015. Early partnerships included notable Michigan-based clients such as Atwater Brewery, BADASS American Lager, Motor City Brewing Works, and Big Red Beverages.
In 2016, Brew Detroit broadened its product lineup by producing a Bohemian-style pilsner for Stroh's, reintroducing the original recipe.
Brew Detroit’s taproom ceased operations on January 31, 2025. Shortly thereafter, on February 17, 2025, Livonia-headquartered Benchmark Beverage Company acquired Brew Detroit. Benchmark Beverage had previously acquired Dark Horse Brewing Company and ROAK Brewing Company located in Marshall, Michigan. Following the acquisition, Benchmark revealed intentions to continue brewing five of Brew Detroit’s signature beers at its Marshall facility, offering these alongside their existing Dark Horse and ROAK product lines.