A little heat never stopped anyone from catching a buzz on a summer weekend, especially when the buzz in question came from the crafts of all-local brewers and distillers. SLUG Mag’s Brewstillery 2024 featured over 30 brewers and distillers from all over Utah with a wide variety of unique drinks for all palates! Attendees purchased tokens which could then be exchanged for tastings of their craft beer and spirits.
Of course, it’s hard to keep up drinking on an empty stomach—luckily, Brewstillery had more than enough savory (and sweet) treats for all to enjoy from a variety of food trucks, including BBQ (Korean AND American), corn dogs, tacos and coffee!
Though Brewstillery is a booze-forward event, that doesn’t mean it’s just for drinkers. Drinking or not, attendees watched captivating performers, from drag queen roasts and Heidi Butterfly and Chad Rockstar’s stilt walking to Benjamin Wiemeyer’s live painting demonstration and outstanding DJ sets from DJ Jon Jon Chen, DJ Stitch and DJ Andy Doors! At the Unplugged Wellness Retreats booth, attendees could beat the heat with an ice bath, or beat each other in a hopscotch challenge.
While Utah has an outstanding number of breweries and distilleries, it’s also home to some very talented crafters. Brewstillery attendees lined up to have their portraits sketched at the Hand Drawn Photo Booth, purchase sweet new threads from Planet Sleaze, pick up some finely-crafted leather bags from Lyman & Brown Leather Goods and even snatch up some ceramics and embroidered goods!
Whether you had your summer splurge on drink tokens with a special pink Planned Parenthood mug to boot, or were satisfied by the Red Bull supply and outdoor shopping experience, we hope Brewstillery 2024 was the highlight of your summer weekend outings (at least so far). Keep an eye out for the announcement of Brewstillery 2025!
World’s Best Corn Dogs provided the ultimate day-drinking grub for attendees. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Nothin’ like a corn dog to fuel your day-drinking adventures! Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Waterpocket’s Alan Scott proudly displays the distilleries great spirits. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Mike Smith is proud to represent UTOG at Brewstillery! Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Marshall Opel and Lucas Matelich provide fun activities for attendees through Unplugged Wellness Retreats. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Jill Watanabe, Amber Berson and Erin Camargo serve Tsuki Sake to the people. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Simplicity Spirits brought out the fancy cocktails for Brewstillery. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Nate, Dani and Trent have a blast representing Salt Flats Spirits. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
SaltFire’s Sarah Shelton enjoys the shade at Brewstillery. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Maren Holmes and Andrew Lutes of Meh Stitching had quirky crafts for sale. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Midway Coffee’s Maddy and Abby keeping the crowd caffeinated. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Katie Petrozzo is stoked to serve Mountain West’s delicious cider. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Mike from New World Distillery in good spirits. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Connor Kelly and Tyler Halstead show off Outlaw Distillery’s impressive lineup of whiskey. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Daniel Allenbach is pretty in pink for Planned Parenthood. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Lizzie McGrath and Lauren Smith serve of Prodigy’s unique brews. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Heidi Hunt and Jacob Fluetsch enjoying Brewstillery PROPERly. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Jackie Ostlund and Josh West refresh the crowd with Proper Noon Tea. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Rudy Lehfeldt-Ehlinger and Joyna Petta man the fort for Proverbial Spirits. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Campy, Kaedyn, Matthew, Josh and Jessica make up the RoHa crew. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Maize serves up tasty snacks for attendees. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Glen Brown shows off Lyman and Brown’s fine leatherwork. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Clare Gavin and Michael Hadden are thrilled to pour Level Crossing brews. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Camile Backman and Jack Ogden are all smiles representing KRCL. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Steve Brown and Colby Frazier play it cool with Fisher Brewing. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
If you want in, you’re gonna have to get past SLUG editors Emma and Asha. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Everyone looks small next to the stilt walkers! Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Get roasted or boasted by a local drag icon at the SLC Pride booth! Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Ben Wiemeyer paints live for the crowd at Brewstillery. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Dayna and Mike are humble as they serve up some of the state’s best gin from Beehive. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Tim Chappell and Ivan Carrasu serving both beer and spirits with Chappell Brewing. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
James Bile and Emily Jardel show off Clear Water Distilling’s award-winning spirits. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Natasha and Brian are with Craft Lake City to get folks pumped for DIY Fest! Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Creed Law and Topher Robertson are living in Margaritaville with Distillery 36. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Heidi, Heather and Chad bring a circus of thrills to Brewstillery. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
SLUG’s Angela H. Brown and John Ford celebrate the fruits of their labor at Brewstillery! Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Heather of Starfall Circus has heads spinning with her stunning performance. Photo: Brayden Salisbury.
Alpine Distilling’s Alyx and Aidan enjoy selling their rad merch under the tent.
Photos and captions by Chay Mosqueda // dmosqueda.photography@gmail.com
(Left to right, Tamara and Kelly) 2Row from Midvale had a fun spin wheel with prizes and good beers to try out. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Visitors from another planet stopped by Brewstillery because they heard the drinks were that good. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(Left to right, Alyx and Aiden) What is cooler than Joy Divison-style Alpine Distilling shirts? On this summer day, their drinks but the shirts came in a close second. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Benjamin creating art right in front of the SLUG offices. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Benjamin, a local artist, creates art while jamming to a live DJ. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Whiskey Sour from Clear City Distillery, perfectly made. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Cinnamon and regular whiskey as well as vodka, from Clear City Distillery. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
TJ from Clear City Distillery pouring whiskey to mix into a Whiskey Sour. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
If you haven’t seen or tried one of the tasty corn dogs from World’s Best Corn Dog, you’re missing out. Chris serves them fresh out of the fryer. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(Left to right) Danielle, Jes, and Connor rocked the booth for Dented Brick, a local distillery in South Salt Lake. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Local favorite Desert Edge served up refreshing drinks. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Three friends enjoy some Mountain West Cider and slices of pizza from Lucky Slice. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
It was a warm and beautiful day outside which was helped by a live DJ, good friends, and good drinks. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Hula hooping, smiles, and great weather, what more could one ask for!? Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(From left to right) Tiana, Nick, and Tim enjoy drinks and laughter together. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(Left to right, Jordan, Lucie, Tim) A personal favorite of many people in the SLC area, Grid City has great beer and wicked employee outfits. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Various types of honey, from Siracha Chili to regular raw honey are made and sold by Hive Mind Apiary. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Chris from Hive Mind Apiary sells local honey products and soap. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Local soap made by Hive Mind Apiary. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Matt from Hopkins Brewery was nearly sold out of beer at the time of this photo being taken. Their Sugarhouse location is worth a visit if you missed out! Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
K & K Bodacious Beer Biscuits make organic dog treats, these biscuits are made from carrots and peanut butter. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
K & K Bodacious Beer Biscuits Kibble Topper is the perfect organic topping for your dog’s normal kibble. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Amy and Dennis from K & K Bodacious Beer Biscuits have hearts made of gold. Their treats are perfect for your pup and they work with the local community shelters to find homes for dogs. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Shoulder bags and purses from Lymann and Brown leather goods. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(Left to right) Glen Brown and Linda Lyman have all your leather needs covered. Anything from purses and wallets to belts and backpacks. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(Left to right, Claire and Micahel) Level Crossing has good beer and great wood fire pizza, a must try for anyone in the Wasatch Front area. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Mary from Maize served attendees delicious, authentic tacos all day. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Katie from Mountain West Cider was all smiles. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Wasatch Blossom from New World Distilling was incredibly tasty and full of real cherry flavor. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Mike from New World Distilling shows of two of their products, Gin and Tequila both made here in Utah with agave straight from Jalisco. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(From left to right) Jackie and Corey chat with some Brewstillery goers about their brewing process for their NewSkool beer. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Bryce and Mirjabella smile with their hand drawn photo booth pictures. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Artists create hand drawn photo booth style pictures. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Goodies from Planned Parenthood. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Daniel from Planned Parenthood was there to help answer questions anyone had on services provided by Planned Parenthood. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Many forms of art were present at Brewstillery, including this queen of the ring. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(From left to right, Campy, “Value Pack”, Kaedyn, and Jessica) RoHa brewing had a long line and fun tent that was laughing well before this photo was taken. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
From left to right, Rick, Mel and Liz from SLC Brewing Co served cold ones with a big smile. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(Left to right, Matt and Aaron) Matt put on his finest SLC Vodka glasses and threw back a drink from Aaron manning the booth. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
The SLC Vodka pyramid including their Gin at the bottom, Peach Vodka in the middle, and Espresso Vodka on top. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
SLC Pride was in a full fashionable force, looking fierce from left to right is Monadiet, Notta Agenda, DemEFluxx, and Briane. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
(From left to right) Jessen and Nick from Vintage Spirits in Midvale who are primarily known for their delicious and top shelf, Salty Beach line of rum. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Vintage Spirits have multiple types of rum, whiskey, and bourbon. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Isaac Bentley, one of the many volunteers who helped Brewstillery run smoothly. Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Gabriel volunteered and sold the best thing to buy at Brewstillery, drink tokens! Photo: Chay Mosqueda.
Photos and captions by Talyn Behzad // talynsherer@gmail.com
The SLUG crew preps the drink stations for a thirsty crowd at the 2024 Brewstillery. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
We got all your basic needs covered with the Brewstillery camp area. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The Ogden Beer Company crew picks up a few cases of brew ready to pour to all festival
attendees. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The Brewstillery crew helps assist with the hand off of all spirits for the event. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
SLUG’s brand ambassadors held down the fort to sell merch. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The crowds start filling in at event kickoff with volunteers ready to go. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Planned Parenthood always rocks the great poses and even greater swag. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
First tasting of the festival brings us to Ogden Beer Company’s New Skool brew. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The crew at Ogden Beer Company talk about their latest award winning beers as well as the plans
for the future. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Vintage Spirits shows off their collection of liquors stored in their beautiful glassware. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Hopkins Brewing talks about the new developments on 21st south as well as their plans for future
expansions throughout the valley. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Salt City Distillery shows off their classic spirits as well as their newest gin. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Cocktails come in many colors throughout the festival courtesy of Simplicity Cocktail Company. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The Simplicity Cocktail crew came out swinging with 2 full booths full of great mixtures. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The Salt Flats Brewery and Distillery booth kept high energy throughout the festival and
showcased their newest Mach 1 Chile Vodka. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The New World Distillery lineup of all their spirits that can be purchased in the local liquor stores
throughout Utah. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
If you want a more unique blend of New World Distillery liquids you gotta make the pilgrimage to
Eden, Utah to pick up one of these unique bottles. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Keep it Kewl showcases some of their handmade goods like the Fuck Around and Find Out coaster to rest your brew on. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Distillery 36 are all smiles as they highlight their classic silver and spiced rums. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Heber City Brewing is the latest brewer to take the city by storm with their delicious lineup of
beers. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Alpine Distilling talks to us about stingy monks and the great chartreuse debacle that has helped
lead to the creation of their Angevert aperitif. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The Craft Lake City booth is there to help answer all your DIY questions and talk about this years
upcoming festival in August. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Patrons swarm to Prodigy Brewing to sample some of Logan, Utah’s best and only beer. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The Prodigy Brewing team talks to us about their marketing efforts to put Logan, Utah on the map as a new beer destination. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
A group of friends gather under a tent to cool off and refresh with some delicious beers. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Clear Water Distilling Co talks to us about the future of distilling and their newest line up of aged whiskeys. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
RoHa team talks to us about the next generation of beer drinkers and changing trends in the beer
industry. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Lyman & Brown shows off their leather bags whose handcrafted design are a conversation starter every time. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Dented Brick Distilling were killing it with their pre-batched cooled cocktails to go. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Top of Main Brewery is one of Utah’s Newest Oldest Breweries blending the past with the future. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Sometimes a single beer doesn’t do the trick, so the quickest way to cool off is in an ice bath. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Five Wives Vodka prepares a cocktail of robust color for a Brewstillery attendee. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Uinta Brewing always comes out swinging with their classic beers as well as a new curveball that
flies off shelves every year. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The SLC Pride booth was the place to be if you wanted a pick me up throughout the
festival! Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Angela H. Brown poses with the crew of Midway Coffee who came to keep us all caffeinated
throughout the festival. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Grid City Brewery deconstructs their booth after selling out at the end of the event. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Dancing is both recommended and celebrated at every Brewstillery. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Salt City Distilling and Fisher Brewing come together to share their thoughts at the end of the festival. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The Prodigy Brewing team begins the reload of their kegs back into the Nicholas and Company
truck. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
The mug collection waits patiently for the next Brewstillery. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
Emotions are all over the place as we pack it in from another successful festival. Photo: Talyn Behzad.
