I had to review this because I was surprised by all the 5 star reviews. Generally I think millstream beers are pretty good. But the customer service leaves a lot to be desired. Â I went to the brewery and we had some samples. Â I asked what the special beer was like and the woman behind the counter totally snapped "those aren't available for sampling." I knew that...there was a sign that said so, but sheesh, an explanation of the style, flavor, etc would be helpful so I have a sense whether I'd like it. We ended up buying two bottles to take home....and it was terrible. Â Figures.
Review Source:What a great find when touring the Amanda colonies which is kind of geared to the AARP type cliental -- no offense Amanas.
When I saw the brewery I ran over had a few samplers just like a flight of wine as my padres shopped for quilts antique and cured meats and cheeses. Go Millstream!
The Schild Brau Amber beer stood out but they were all good and reasonable priced.
This was my 6th or 7th straight time partying at Millstream during Octoberfest and I'm starting to recognize all the regulars that return every year like swallows. Â The "Lemon Sisters" were there from Peoria. The stoggie-smoking Cards fans from St. Louis were back as well as plenty locals. Â Dogs on Skis had the crowd rockin' and the beer wenches were selling $11 pitchers as fast as they could pour them. Millstream does several events a year and this one gets more popular every year. Â They now have an small indoor drinking area so you can keep the party going year-round. Â Oh yeah, the brew is good too.
Review Source:This place is a delight! The beers they brew here are straight up delicious. The Stout can serve as a great meal by itself and the Amber is delicious. The Octoberfest they have each year is well worth the trip to sample and my theory is that the beer brats that accompany them are delivered straight for Mt. Olympus where Zues dines of them during the sacred week in Fall!
Each growler is full of a brilliant dance of beer and happiness and are available for around $8! Â Great for get togethers!
The different types of pops also make this place great for those that aren't big into beers as well. The creme soda, black cherry soda and root beer are all worthy of your time and definitely leave you wanting more.
One of the better breweries in the area and with the Amana colonies right there, it's the perfect start, finish, or both to a tour around the area! The outdoor beergarten is a great place on any afternoon that's above 50 degrees and really adds to the ambiance of the quaint town it sits in.
Try it - you'll love it!
Sampling local craft brews is what I do on my travels, and Millstream produces some of the best. I recently stopped on a cross-country trip and picked up a case of their winter seasonal, Schokolade (I think that's spelled right), Back Road Stout and Schild Brau. It is all delicious and won't last long once I get it home. The brewery offers samples, and is located in the picturesque Amana Colonies, so if you have more time that just a quick stop for a beer, I highly recommend an extended visit.
Review Source:The beer I got here was awesome! I forgot the name of what I had but I had a nice pilsner glass full of it which gave me a wonderful buzz. I also found out that they make root beer and such here so I picked up some very yummy cream soda here as well. This place is definitely a reason to go visit Amana!
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