War Horse Brewing Company
| Company type | Division |
|---|---|
| Industry | Brewing |
| Predecessor | Barley Yards Brewing Company |
| Founded | May 24, 2008 |
| Headquarters | Geneva , United States |
Key people | Dave Mansfield (manager) |
| Products | Beer, hard cider, non-alcoholic beverages (root beer, orange cream soda, ginger beer) |
| Parent | Three Brothers Wineries & Estates |
War Horse Brewing Company—previously known as Barley Yards Brewing Company—and a division of Three Brothers Wineries & Estates, is a brewery managed by Dave Mansfield in Geneva, New York, USA. Founded on May 24, 2008, it holds the distinction of being the inaugural American brewery to craft a Riesling ale by combining American-style wheat beer wort with ten percent Riesling grape juice.
The Brewery
Operating from May 17, 2016, War Horse Brewing Company utilizes an on-site 15bbl brewing system. Its flagship beers available year-round include the Riesling Ale, a Scotch Ale, and an East-Coast style India Pale Ale. The Riesling Ale stands out by blending estate-grown Riesling juice into an American Wheat Ale base. The brewery also presents a variety of seasonal and limited-release beers.
War Horse crafts the "Red Apple Bombshell" hard cider range using apples sourced from New York State, offered both on tap and in cans. The product lineup further includes non-alcoholic beverages such as root beer, orange cream soda, and ginger beer. Prior to 2016, from its inception in 2008, all production was contract-brewed at Custom Brewcrafters located in Honeoye Falls, New York.
In the summer of 2016, War Horse collaborated with the National Women's Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls to develop "Inspiring Ale," a Belgian Wit infused with coriander, orange peel, and rose hips. A share of the proceeds from each pint, growler, and can sold is donated to support the Women's Hall of Fame.
The tasting room
The War Horse Brewing Company tasting room underwent renovation in 2016 and is situated within Three Brothers Wineries & Estates adjacent to the brewing area. Its interior design draws inspiration from a British town during World War II and pays tribute to owner Luanne’s father, Mike, who served as a Navy veteran during that period. The tasting room provides samples, half pints, full pints, and flight options alongside generous outdoor seating. Beers, ciders, and sodas are available for purchase in growlers, half growlers, and 16oz cans. The facility welcomes visitors every day.