Bayern Brewing

Verified sources

We checked this business against our three rules. Here is the public proof we found:

• ✓ American owned

  Official About: Jürgen Knöller was hired as brewmaster in 1987; "In 1991, he bought Bayern from the original owner and has been in charge of Bayern Brewing ever since." U.S. company with no foreign parent company.

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• ✓ Made in the USA

  Official homepage: "Located on Montana Street, our brewery, taproom, and Edelweiss Beer Garden offer a laid-back spot to relax with a cold pint, a warm meal, and a view into where the beer is actually made. Our entire production happens on-site—and you can watch it unfold through the brewhouse windows." Official address: 1507 Montana Street, Missoula, MT 59801; (406) 721-1482.

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• ✓ Designed in the USA

  Official About: the brewery's vision is to brew authentic, traditional German-style beer according to the Reinheitsgebot, with slow, cold fermentation and natural carbonation. Official homepage: "We brew according to centuries-old German tradition—no shortcuts, no gimmicks—just malt, hops, yeast, water, and time."

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Last checked: November 10, 2026