Latitude 42 Brewing Company
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Brewing |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Founder | Scott Freitas, Todd Neumann, Joe Stoddard |
| Headquarters | Portage , United States |
| Products | Craft beer |
Latitude 42 Brewing Company is a craft brewery located in Portage, Michigan, recognized as the city's inaugural microbrewery. Founded in 2013, the establishment has crafted over 50 distinct beer styles and features an on-site restaurant and bar.
History
Master brewer Scott Freitas departed from Maui Brewing Co in Hawaii in August 2012 to join forces with Todd Neumann and Joe Stoddard in launching Latitude 42. Bringing more than two decades of brewing expertise, the founders created a combined brewery and dining space spanning 11,000 square feet. The brewery’s name reflects its position along the 42nd parallel. Opening its doors in August 2013 with an initial lineup of 14 beers, Latitude 42 has since developed and distributed upwards of 57 different brews. A selection of their beers is also offered in canned form.
Awards
Latitude 42 Brewing Company earned the Can Can award in 2016, an international contest focused on canned beers across the United States and Canada, taking first place in the American Style India Pale Ale category for their I.P.EH! brew.
In 2015, the brewery received the title of Michigan Brewery of the Year at the New York International Beer Competition.
Additionally, Latitude 42 has been honored with gold and silver medals at events such as the U.S. Open Beer Championship, Los Angeles International Beer Competition, New York International Beer Competition, and awards from the North American Brewers Association, among others.