Big cheers to our brew crew! Love Made Visible brought home 1st place for Adjunct Stout at Strong Beer Fest – a proud moment for a beer built on patience, intention, and serious craft.
This stout starts with a long 3-hour boil to deepen malt richness and caramelized complexity. From there, our team layered Ghana cacao nibs, wild Thai banana, toasted and untoasted coconut, macadamia nuts, and Ugandan vanilla beans – creating a balanced, dessert-like stout that still honors bold roast and classic structure.
Heading into 2025, we made a strategic commitment to invest even more into quality and innovation across our portfolio. We didn’t expect such quick validation, but we’ll happily take it. This medal is a highlight in a year defined by hard work, creativity, and brewing with intention.
Most of all, we’re proud of the crew who shows up every day to elevate what we do – and grateful to our community for supporting the journey.
Here’s to the win, the work, and everything still to come. Cheers! 🍻
Big news worth raising a pint to! Reformation Brewery has been voted a Best of Georgia Regional winner for 2025. We couldn’t have done it without the amazing support of our fans and community. Check out the full list of this year’s honorees here:
Reformation Brewery is Coming to Downtown Kennesaw!
We’re thrilled to announce that Reformation Brewery is expanding to Downtown Kennesaw! Set to break ground soon at the northwest corner of Main St. & J.O. Stephenson Ave., this new venue will bring the same community-first spirit you know and love—plus a few new surprises.
🔹 Opening Target: 2027 🔹 Two Buildings: 6,886 sq ft taproom & 1,300 sq ft distilling facility 🔹 Craft Beer, Spirits, Cocktails, and More 🔹 Outdoor “Kennesaw Backyard” Bar & Event Space 🔹 Food Partner TBD
This new location is more than a bar—it’s a third space for connection, celebration, and conversations that matter. We’re excited to join Kennesaw’s downtown revitalization and can’t wait to welcome you there soon.
Join us this Saturday, 2-5pm for the Kennesaw Fall Crawl as we raise a glass to this news with the community in downtown Kennesaw!
Full press announcement below.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
KENNESAW, GA — [Nov. 12, 2025] — Reformation Brewery, a North Georgia-based independent craft brewery known for creating community-centered spaces and handcrafted beer and spirits, is excited to announce plans for a new location in downtown Kennesaw. The project is currently in development, with construction anticipated to begin in the near future and a hopeful opening timeline of 2027.
Located at the northwest corner of Main Street and J.O. Stephenson Avenue, the forthcoming site at 2861 Main St, Kennesaw, GA 30144 will serve as a flagship for Reformation’s growing spirits program. The expansion comes in partnership with developers Dale Hughes, Peter Coffman and Steve Harrell, who have followed Reformation’s journey and recognized shared values and a vision for community-driven spaces.
“Downtown Kennesaw is undergoing a thoughtful transformation that is attractive to a small business like Reformation. We can’t wait to take flight with this community,” said Spencer Nix, Co-Founder and CEO of Reformation Brewery. “We’re proud to be part of this reformation, offering a third space where neighbors can gather, connect, and celebrate life’s moments.”
A Place to Gather and Grow
The future venue will include two structures:
– A two-story, 6,886 sq ft building featuring two distinct bar areas, including a wrap-around second-floor patio
– A 1,300 sq ft standalone production facility, home to Reformation’s primary distilling operations
Outdoors, a large green space dubbed “Kennesaw’s Backyard” will offer an additional bar and open-air gathering space reminiscent of Reformation’s popular Woodstock location. The space will be designed with flexibility in mind—programmed for diverse events and curated experiences, including future private event space. Developer Dale Hughes had a vision years ago that this important corner of his hometown would become a place where the community gathers to find common grounds that unify us. Reformation provides that great third space.
While interior and exterior renderings are forthcoming, the plans reflect Reformation’s continued commitment to quality craftsmanship and inclusive community. The tap list is expected to feature 24 taps, showcasing a rotating mix of craft beer, ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails, non-alcoholic offerings, and handcrafted cocktails. Wine options and food partnerships are still being finalized.
An adjacent restaurant space in the historic Whistlestop building will be operated by a tenant to be announced.
A Shared Vision for Community
The Kennesaw expansion is not part of a broader growth campaign but rather the result of a shared vision between Reformation and the development team. “This began as a conversation and became a partnership,” said Nix. “We’re not chasing expansion for its own sake, but we are open to opportunities that align with our mission to serve communities and liberate moments that matter.”
Downtown Kennesaw has undergone a thoughtful transformation, emerging as a vibrant city center that blends historic charm with modern appeal. Anchored by Depot Park and the United Bankshares Amphitheater, the area has become a destination for concerts, festivals, farmers markets, and year-round events. The entertainment district designation allows patrons to enjoy beverages while strolling through local shops and diverse restaurants, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
“Kennesaw’s revitalized downtown is more than a place, it’s a reflection of our community’s spirit,” said Mayor Derek Easterling. “We’ve worked hard to create a space where people can connect, celebrate, and experience the best of what our city has to offer. Reformation Brewery’s presence will only enhance that vision.”The city’s investment in its downtown has sparked new opportunities for retail, dining, and entertainment, attracting private partners who share a commitment to community-driven development. Reformation Brewery’s arrival marks another exciting chapter in this journey, one rooted in shared values, local pride, and a desire to create spaces where people belong. Reformation Brewery has proudly served North Georgia since 2013 and continues to operate with a mission to connect people and inspire moments of authenticity, joy, and belonging.
Stay Tuned
Hiring opportunities for the Kennesaw location will be posted at reformationbrewery.com/careers. Project updates, architectural renderings, and opening timelines will be shared as development progresses.
About Reformation Brewery Reformation Brewery is an independent craft brewery founded in Woodstock, Georgia, with additional locations in Canton and Smyrna. With a focus on quality, community, and conversation, Reformation invites everyone to pursue the good life through craft beer, spirits, and sacred spaces that connect people. Learn more at www.reformationbrewery.com. #setbeerfree, #northgeorgiamade. Twitter @reformationbrew | Instagram @reformationbrewery | Facebook /reformationbrewery.
We’re proud to announce that Reformation Brewery has been voted Best Brewery in My West Cobb Magazine’sBest of 2025 readers’ choice awards! Hosted by Atlanta Best Media, this annual contest celebrates local favorites across the community — and we’re honored to have your support. A huge thank you to everyone who nominated and voted for us! Your love for locally crafted beer fuels everything we do. Cheers to great beer, good friends, and the West Cobb community that makes it all possible. 🍻
We’re honored and thrilled to announce that Reformation Brewery – Woodstock has been voted the Best Local Brewery & Distilleryand awarded Best Craft Beer Selection in the 2025 Best of Cherokee awards! 🍻
This recognition means the world to us—and it’s all thanks to our incredible community who shows up, shares a pint, and supports local craft every day. Whether you’re a longtime regular or just discovered your new favorite brew, this win is your win too.
From all of us at Reformation Woodstock: thank you for raising a glass with us and making this place something truly special.
Come celebrate with a pour—cheers to many more! 🥂
The Georgia Craft Brewers Festival is heading to downtown Woodstock on April 19th from 1–5 PM, and it’s bringing together more than 50 breweries from across the state for a celebration of Georgia’s thriving craft beer scene!
We’re excited to be pouring alongside so many amazing brewers at this year’s event, which will be held at 111 Elm Street, just behind our Woodstock taproom. Expect a day full of great beer, live music, local food trucks, and artisan vendors — all in the heart of downtown.
Reformation is proud to be featured in the Cherokee Tribune’s coverage, which highlights some of what we’re bringing to the table, including:
🍺 Reformation IPA 🍺 Mexican Light Lager 🍺 A Belgian Single collab with Rock Solid Brewing 🍺 A Rice Lager brewed with Cherry Street Brewing
The festival is a celebration of what makes Georgia beer so special — community, creativity, and a shared love for the craft. We’re honored to be a part of it and can’t wait to raise a glass with you.
Our coffee journey wouldn’t be the same without Alma Coffee! They’ve been an incredible partner, providing the freshest, ethically sourced beans that help us craft some of your favorite coffee-inspired brews. If you love our coffee, you’ve got them to thank! 🙌
Thank you for being part of our journey. Let’s make it official—go vote, and let’s celebrate together soon! 🍻✨
In January Little Sober Bar is launching its first collaborative drink in conjunction with Reformation Brewery. All the Bitter, a company that makes alcohol-free bitters handmade with organic functional botanicals for gut health, is also collaborating on the NA cocktail.
The NA drink is a pomegranate old fashioned cocktail, traditionally a whiskey-based drink made of sugar and bitters, but in this case featuring oak aged NA bitters from All the Bitter, which adds caramel and oak notes to the sweet flavors of the pomegranate juice.
“We created the formula and Reformation Brewery will produce the beverage. This is the first non-alcoholic collaboration they are doing, and ours as well,” Hyde said. “We had been talking about this for a while and it made sense for it to launch during Dry January.”
“We’ve handpicked top recommendations to help you discover those cozy autumn flavours we all crave. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just enjoy a casual sip now and then, our guide is here to make sure you find the perfect artisanal drinks for everything from cozy gatherings to quiet nights at home.
This coffee liqueur is smooth, small batch, and house distilled by North Georgia made Reformation Brewery. Made with locally roasted Alma coffee – elevate your ice cream, booze up a milkshake, or sip into a classic Revolver cocktail as cooler temps creep in. Perfect for coffee lovers who appreciate a hand crafted spirit, or those who savor some sweetness with their morning roast. Reformation doesn’t ship, so find a friend to snag this Georgia favorite with limited distribution available in both 500ml bottles and 350ml stocking stuffers (available late November). More at reformationbrewery.com/spirits“
Cadence Fair, which celebrates the brewery’s anniversary, has taken place on one day annually since the first event in 2017. This year, it has been extended to three days to give the community more time to enjoy live music, food and activities.
Hours for the fair are set for 3 to 10 p.m. Oct. 25, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Oct. 26 and noon to 9 p.m. Oct. 27 at Reformation Brewery’s downtown Woodstock location, 105 Elm St.
“Cadence Fair has historically been one of our favorite and most well attended events, so it just made sense to extend it to the entire weekend so we could enjoy the moment a little longer and make use of the setup over a longer window,” said Jessica Miller, marketing director for Reformation Brewery.
