Speciation Artisan Ales, operating as Speciation Cellars, takes an evolutionary approach to craft drinks including crispy lagers, pale ales, oak-aged sours, seltzer, wine, and house-made non-alcoholic options. Located in a 100+ year old auto shop alley off Wealthy Street in Grand Rapids, MI, their family-friendly taproom welcomes BYO food, dogs on the patio, and hosts regular events like trivia, live music, and themed nights.

Crispy Lagers & Pale Ales Oak Aged Sours Seltzer Wine house-made N/A
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Mend & Mingle w/ RPS Consignment
Apr 23, 2026
Stitching techniques workshop on chain and running stitch
Free Show Friday: The Moonrays
Apr 24, 2026
Cosmic surf rock performance
Geeks Who Drink Trivia w/ PizzaMI Food Truck
Recurring Wednesdays
Pub trivia with food truck
Free Show: PRINTS + Strange Plains
May 1, 2026
Rock/Punk music show
Bug Club!
Recurring first Tuesday
Bug-themed educational meeting

Early closing at 6:30pm on Saturday 4/25; upcoming events including live music, trivia, and workshops listed for April-May 2026