Wibby Brewing began with a simple but audacious idea: to make lagers exciting again. Founded in 2015 in Longmont, Colorado, by brewer Ryan Wibby, the brewery grew from his deep fascination with German brewing traditions. After studying chemistry and completing professional brewing training in Berlin, Wibby returned home with a mission, to fuse traditional European lager techniques with the bold creativity of American craft beer.

What makes Wibby stand out is its unwavering devotion to the art of lager brewing. While many craft breweries focus on ales, Wibby Brewing built its identity on the complexity, precision, and patience required to make truly exceptional lagers. The brewery uses German malts, Pacific Northwest hops, and pure Rocky Mountain water, fermenting cold and lagering long to create beers that are bright, crisp, and impossibly clean. This classic foundation meets American innovation in their lineup, resulting in lagers that are both timeless and refreshingly modern.

Their flagship beers illustrate this duality beautifully. Lightshine Helles is their beloved Bavarian-style golden lager, smooth, balanced, and endlessly drinkable. Moondoor Dunkel delivers a rich, dark lager experience with notes of cocoa and toasted malt. Meanwhile, Wibby Jibby and other hop-forward creations push the boundaries of what a lager can be, proving that this traditional style has plenty of room for flavor exploration.

Recognition has followed. Wibby’s beers have won top honors at major competitions, quickly earning the brewery a reputation as one of the nation’s leading lager specialists. Their meticulous approach, combined with a willingness to experiment, has set a new benchmark for American craft lagers.

The brewery’s taproom mirrors that same spirit, welcoming, unpretentious, and full of character. Located in a converted industrial space that once supported Longmont’s historic turkey-processing plant, Wibby Brewing has transformed the site into a modern craft beer destination. Its expansive patio, lively events, and community-forward energy make it a Longmont favorite and a must-stop for lager lovers.

With each pour, Wibby Brewing proves that lagers can be expressive, surprising, and endlessly satisfying. They are champions of clarity, balance, and flavor, brewing with the belief that sometimes, mastering the basics is the boldest move of all.