In an unexpected turn of events, Listermann Brewing Company, a venerable institution in Cincinnati's craft beer scene, has declared it will be pouring its final drafts this weekend. This closure marks the end of a legacy that began in 1991 as a brewing supplies store, before evolving into a full-fledged brewery in 2008. According to a WLWT report, the company expressed gratitude to its patrons with a Facebook post: "A heartfelt thank you from Listermann Brewing Company," and invited guests to "join us tomorrow to raise a glass together one last time."
The final call for drinks will be on yesterday, when the brewery opens at noon and serves until just before closing at 10 p.m. While Listermann Brewing Co. has not disclosed the reasons behind its abrupt conclusion, the cessation of operations is another in a series of Cincinnati brewery closures. This sweeping change has seen others like Taft's Brewing Company and Humble Monk Brewing Company also shutting their doors,
Local12, offering details on the brewery's history in a recent article, mentions that the brewery was purchased by Terrie Ipson and her husband Steve from founders Dan and Sue Listermann in 2023. The closure of Listermann is part of a concerning trend within the local brewing industry, which has seen the shuttering of BrewDog in June, the sale of March First Brands' Woodburn Brewing, and the collapse of multiple other beer havens in the city.
Similarly, a Cincinnati Enquirer report highlighted Listermann Brewing's national acclaim for its craft beer selection. Despite their longstanding service to the community, and proximity to Xavier University, the brewery's final moments resonate with a heartfelt invitation, "We hope you’ll join us tomorrow to raise a glass together one last time, thank you for the memories." The sentiment was echoed widely across local social media channels, where patrons shared memories and bade farewell to a beloved hangout spot.
As Saturday approaches, locals prepare to say goodbye to Listermann Brewing Company, not just as a purveyor of beer, but as a cherished locale that has united the community for over three decades. The full story about the brewery can be found, along with customer reactions, on WLWT, Local12, and within the digital pages of the Cincinnati Enquirer.
