515 Brewing Company, 515 DISTILLING
Centrally located in the Des Moines metro area and on the Clive Greenbelt Trail, 515 Brewing Company is known for handcrafting some of the best beers in Iowa. With a seven-barrel brew system and over 150 (and growing) recipes we have a beer for the purists, the I-only-like-light-beer set and the beer adventurous. And for those who say “I don’t really like beer”, let us try and surprise you with one you’ll actually enjoy. Within the weathered beauty of 515’s taproom walls, you will find a comfortable atmosphere, charm and camaraderie. And when the weather is nice, enjoy our trailside patio. 515 is a great place to share a beer, cider or seltzer with friends and family. Welcome to the 515 neighborhood. We look forward to greeting you.
Author: Caroline Porsiel
Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.
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