MWBF Editorial Staff
The MWBF Editorial Team brings together writers, brewers, and industry insiders from across the Midwest. Our contributors bring years of experience in craft beer, journalism, and the business of brewing—each with their own perspective on what makes the region's beer scene tick.
Articles
Bookhouse Brewing: Ohio City's Literary Brewery and the Calm Within the Storm
Seven years in an 1866 building. Lower-ABV beers, housemade ciders, books on every surface. Here's what made Bookhouse Brewing different.
2026-03-14
Buckeye Beer Engine: A Lakewood Institution Where Craft Beer and Community Collide
Eighteen years on Madison Avenue. Great burgers, a serious beer list, zero pretense. Here's what makes Buckeye Beer Engine a Lakewood staple.
2026-03-14
Cans Hit 78% of BA-Defined Craft in 2025, But Share Growth Is Slowing
Aluminum cans now account for 78% of packaged craft beer volume, according to Brewers Association data. The shift from glass is decelerating, and supply constraints could tighten in 2026.
2026-03-14
Collision Bend Brewing: Where the Cuyahoga Bends and Beer Meets the River
On the banks of the Cuyahoga in a Civil War-era chandlery, Collision Bend pours crisp beers and serves a menu that keeps Clevelanders coming back. Here's what makes the Flats' favorite brewpub work.
2026-03-14
Avery Brown: HomeGrown Brewing's English Brown Ale
Oxford, Michigan's HomeGrown Brewing makes an English Brown Ale that stands out. Roasty, nutty, and smooth. Here's why Avery Brown deserves a pour.
2026-03-14