Brauerei und Gasthaus zum Stefanus
Our Stefanus beers – masterfully brewed in our home brewery. A unique pleasure! Our Stefanus brewery kitchen – traditional, hearty specialties freshly prepared by the chef! Our Stefanus Brauhaus – whether it’s a bar room, a tap room or a beer garden: everyone will find their favorite place here! Our philosophy – master brewer Michael Kolonko and head chef Pia Kolonko run the family business and stand for a personal atmosphere, traditional craftsmanship and the best quality from the brewery and kitchen.
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.
