The Angry Minnow Brewing Company is a microbrewery and brew pub in Hayward, Wisconsin, located in a historic 1889 brick building originally built by lumber baron Robert L. McCormick. They brew small-batch craft beers including the hoppy River Pig Pale Ale, Hazy IPA, and various seasonals like Peach Gose and Bourbon Barrel Double McStukie. Patrons can enjoy beers on tap, fill growlers, purchase 16 oz cans or kegs, and dine on small plates in the renovated landmark with indoor, patio, deck, and bar seating.

small batch craft beers historic renovated 1889 building growlers, 16 oz cans, kegs available
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River Pig American Pale Ale
Hoppy pale ale flagship
Hayward Original
Hazy IPA
Citra IPA
Peach Gose
Seasonal
Tequila Barrel Saison Olivia
Seasonal
Bitch Hill Belgian Ale
Seasonal
9-Toe Doppelbock
Seasonal
Belgian Blonde
Seasonal
Bourbon Barrel Double McStukie
Seasonal
Svends IPA
Seasonal

The Angry Minnow located on Main Street is now OPEN!! Closed Sunday and Monday, with hours Tuesday-Saturday.