Minneapolis Beers

Name: Bryon Tonnis

Personal Background: Went to college in Duluth, MN with an interest in geology. After 4 years of school I discovered brewing while bartending at Twin Ports Brewing Company. I brewed there for about 4 years and went back to school for brewing. I received my brewing degree from the World Brewing Academy at the Siebel Institute of Technology. Went to work at Rock Bottom Portland as the Assistant Brewer for 7 months and now I am here!

How I Got Started Crafting Beer: I started home brewing while bartending at Twin Ports Brewing Company then went through a 6 month brewing apprenticeship.

Brewing Philosophy: Keep it consistent and good.

Favorite Brew: Itasca Pale Ale

Favorite Quote: Any quote followed by a drink of beer! Mmmmmmmmmmm!

Awards:
2008 Rock Bottom, Inc. Large Brewpub and Large Brewpub Brewer of the Year
Great American Beer Festival (SM)

All hail great, fresh, delicious beer.

Here at Rock Bottom, we know the best-tasting beer is the freshest beer. That’s why we use the freshest ingredients and handpick the finest hops in the Yakima Valley.

Our brewers add a professional touch, creating their own representations of the world's renowned beer and making sure they complement our flavorful food. It’s unique, fresh, handcrafted beer, brewed on site just for you, and it makes us proud.

North Star Premium Lager
A light straw-colored Premium Lager. Brewed with Pilsen malt for a hint of honey flavor and a light body. Sterling hops provide the crisp refreshing finish. A great introduction to craft brewed Lagers. Great with salads and lighter flavored fare.

Itasca Extra Pale Ale
A copper-hued American Pale Ale. The brewer's favorite! Brewed with Pale Ale and Crystal malts for a medium-bodied caramel flavor. Generously hopped with four varieties for an orange-grapefruit flavor and aroma. This is the choice for hopheads. Pairs well with pizzas and burgers.

Erik The Red
An amber Vienna-style Lager. Brewed with German Vienna and Melanoidin malts for a medium-bodied smooth malt flavor. The spicy hop flavor and aroma comes from Mt. Hood hops. Pairs well with our Nachos or Enchiladas.

Big Horn Nut Brown Ale
A medium to full-bodied chestnut colored Ale. Belgian Aromatic, Chocolate and Special "B" lend the raisin and cocoa flavors. Willamette hops give the subtle dryness. The rich malt character goes great with full-flavored chicken and pasta dishes.

Rotating Dark
Beer styles from around the world brewed with dark roasted malts. Style varies seasonally, please ask your server.

Brewmaster's Choice
Our Brewmaster is always crafting a special creation for your tasting pleasure. Ask your server for what's currently brewing.

Can't decide? Ask for a beer sampler.

To Go Beer
Don't forget to grab a growler of our always fresh, brewed on site, handcrafted, award-winning beer-to-go!