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1st Republic Brewing Company
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1st Republic Brewing Company

Essex Junction

Established in the spirit of Vermont’s 1777 independence, our Veteran-Owned Brewery pays tribute to the state’s rich history while fostering a strong sense of community. Join us to explore our diverse selection of 10 specialty beers on tap, including a new exclusive tasting room release each month. Whether you prefer Double IPAs, wheat beers, or something in-between, there’s something for every palate. Enjoy a pint or a flight with friends, and take part in our vibrant events, featuring live music, food trucks, trivia nights, and more. Everyone is welcome- come share in the fun! Our venue is pet-friendly and allows outside food. Bring your furry companions and some snacks to savor with a pint or two! Cheers Friends~

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Cans

  • Watchdog Porter (formerly 104 Porter) - $12.99

    $12.99

    A smoke porter with caramel and coffee notes. This beer uses smoked malts, offering a subtle smokiness, with slight fruit flavors from yeast and hops.

    • Egg Free
    • Pork Free
    • Red Meat Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
  • Everything But The Thorns - $15.99 (Out of stock)

    $15.99

    A fruited wheat beer conditioned with copious amounts of blackberry. It's light, crisp, slightly tart, and enjoyable for spring and summer.

    • Pork Free
    • Red Meat Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
  • Rose Colored Glasses (Raspberry Sour) - $14.99 (Out of stock)

    $14.99

    A kettle-soured ale with 100% natural raspberry puree added, giving a slight sweetness and a pleasing tartness. Light sour ale with amazing fruit flavors.

    • Pork Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
  • Winchester's Dream Ale (Cream Ale) - $12.99

    $12.99

    Brewed as an ale with American malt, flaked corn, and rice for a clean gold color. Raw hop aroma, uniquely American.

    • Pork Free
    • Red Meat Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
  • Ole '77 Lager - $13.99

    $13.99

    A premium lager brewed with traditional German malt, sweet and golden with a full malty body.

    • Pork Free
    • Red Meat Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
    • Vegan
    • Vegetarian
  • Casey's Winter Beard - $16.99

    $16.99

    A chocolate raspberry porter with 5 different malts, cacao nibs, and raspberry puree, providing a fresh fruit character.

    • Pork Free
    • Red Meat Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
    • Vegan
    • Vegetarian
  • Chasing Asteroids DIPA - $16.99

    $16.99

    New England Style Double IPA with Galaxy and El Dorado hops, providing intense tropical fruit flavors.

    • Egg Free
    • Pork Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
  • Denial IPA - $14.99

    $14.99

    New England style IPA with apparent bitterness, flavored with pine, melon, berry, and citrus.

    • Dairy Free
    • Egg Free
    • Gluten Free
    • Pork Free
    • Red Meat Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
    • Vegan
    • Vegetarian
  • Moocho Mango IPA - $14.99 (Out of stock)

    $14.99

    A light IPA with mango flavors, balanced bitterness.

    • Pork Free
    • Red Meat Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
  • Misinformation Pale Ale - $13.99

    $13.99

    Vermont style pale ale, light and hazy with tropical fruit flavors; crushable American Pale Ale.

    • Vegan
  • Dawn Patrol- Cali Common - $13.99

    $13.99

    California common, brewed with lager yeast at ale fermentation temperatures. Toasted malt and caramel-like character with East Kent Golding hops.

    • Pork Free
    • Red Meat Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free
  • Hunter's Moon- Oatmeal Stout - $13.99

    $13.99

    Full-bodied ale with a balance of chocolate and nutty flavors, brewed with oats for a smooth mouthfeel.

    • Pork Free
    • Red Meat Free
    • Sesame Free
    • Shellfish Free
    • Soy Free
    • Tree Nut Free

Amenities

Bar / loungeDeliveryOn-site parking

Accessibility

Wheelchair friendly

Details

Address

39 River Rd #6, Essex Junction, VT 05452

Phone

+1 802-857-5318

Email

Mike@1strbc.com

Website

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Hours

  • Mon3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Tue3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Wed3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Thu3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Fri3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Sat3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Sun1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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