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Jasper Ridge Brewery marks 30 years of craft brewing

By Journal staff 2 min read
Pictured, from left, are Rachel Raniszewski, Lake Superior Community Partnership Outreach and Development specialist; Krystan Beaumont, Ishpeming Downtown Development Authority; Pat Scanlon, city of Ishpeming mayor; Brett Argall, Jasper Ridge Brewery owner; Brad Argall, Jasper Ridge Brewery owner; Ryan Lamere, Jasper Ridge Brewery owner; Michelle Lamere, Jasper Ridge Brewery owner; Kevin Hokenson, Jasper Ridge Brewery manager and co-brewer; Brooke Quinn, LSCP Senior Business Development representative; Randy Scholz, city of Ishpeming manager; Tia Alquaree, West End Advisory Council; Kelly Milano, Ishpeming Downtown Development Authority; and Claudia Demarest, city of Ishpeming councilmember

ISHPEMING -- Jasper Ridge Brewery celebrated 30 years of brewing in Ishpeming on Oct. 22, marking three decades of craft beer, community connections and tradition in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The Lake Superior Community Partnership assisted Jasper Ridge Brewery in commemorating its 30th anniversary with a photo recognizing the brewery's longstanding presence in the community.

Founded in October 1996 by Paul Argall and his family, Jasper Ridge Brewery began with a vision of bringing quality craft beer to the Upper Peninsula. Over the past three decades, the brewery has grown from a family operation into a local institution, welcoming residents and visitors to enjoy its distinctive beers, food, and atmosphere.

The anniversary celebration brought the community together to recognize the brewery's 30-year milestone, with festivities including $3 beer pours, a limited-edition anniversary pint glass, and the return of classic burgers.

"We are incredibly proud to celebrate 30 years of brewing in Ishpeming," said Kevin Hokenson, manager and co-brewer of Jasper Ridge Brewery. "This anniversary is not just about us, but about the community that has supported us throughout the years."

Jasper Ridge Brewery is located at 1075 Country Lane in Ishpeming. For more information, visit JasperRidgeBrewery.com or call Kevin Hokenson at 906-485-6017 or email JasperRidgeBrewery@gmail.com.

LSCP ribbon cuttings are funded by Northern Initiatives.

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