Urban Growler Brewing
We are the first women owned — and brewed — microbrewery in the Twin Cities. We sell craft beer and food onsite in the brewery taproom and kegs offsite to Metro area retailers.
Our brews are handcrafted in 10-barrel batches under the close supervision of Head Brewer and Founder, Deb Loch. Our “Plow to Pint™” Series emphasizes creating brews with a unique local twist. We’re partnering with local growers to bring their harvest, such as Minnesota wild rice, honey, raspberries, and pumpkins (to name a few) into UGBC specialty beers.
Our mission is to make craft beer more approachable to everyone, especially women, through diverse and appealing product offerings, education, and customer service, all in a welcoming urban environment.
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.
