#63 From Hops to Brew

Butte Creek Brewing Company
945 W. 2nd St.
530-894-7906
Tours by Appt., Mon.-Fri.

Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
1075 E. 20th St.
530-893-3520
www.sierranevada.com
Tours: Tues.-Fri., 2:30; Sat. Noon-3


If you've never toured a brewery, you're missing an interesting and informative experience. And these breweries produce award-winning beer, some of which is known across the nation. We have a beer connoisseur son in Pennsylvania who insists on a stop at Chico's micro-breweries each visit.

From beginning to end, the sights, sounds, and fragrances of the beer-making process are quite fascinating and educational. Of course, we're particularly fond of the end of the process, but it's all worthwhile.

Opening in 1996, Butte Creek Brewing Co. is now known nationally for their organic beer, having outlets in 19 states. To witness their brewing process, please call ahead as tours are by appointment only.

With the recent expansion of their facilities, Sierra Nevada has added a large gift shop wherein you can find a multitude of items bearing the Sierra Nevada label. Caps, t-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, glassware, towels, and various other items are available for the Sierra Nevada fans who visit from across the nation.