Huge news from this year’s Craft Brewers Conference – Reformation Brewery is officially the 2026 Skunkworks Lounge Champion! We took home the crown in an industry-judged showdown hosted by Abstrax Hops. This isn’t just any trophy; the Skunkworks Lounge is a space where brewers from across the country push the boundaries of flavor and aroma through scientific innovation. After making it through a blind-judging round earlier in the season, we poured live on the CBC show floor, and the industry votes are in: Tangerine Steam is the winner.
The Winning Brew: Tangerine Steam
Tangerine Steam is a fruited sour built around Abstrax’s Sour Tangie BrewGas. This unique ingredient provides a citrus-powered profile with earthy undertones drawn from the Sour Tangie cannabis cultivar.
For those wondering – yes, it’s TTB-approved! It uses terpenes with no THC or CBD whatsoever. The result is “the flavor and aroma of cannabis without the cannabis,” creating a beer that is bright, tart, deeply aromatic, and has what we like to call a “signature edge.” It started as a draft experiment, and now it’s a national champion.
Coming Soon to Cans
You spoke, and we listened. The response to Tangerine Steam has been too loud to leave it as a one-time taproom draft. We are officially heading into a can release! We are currently working out the final details, so stay tuned for updates on when and where you’ll be able to take this award-winning sour home with you.
In the meantime, come find us at the taproom and celebrate with us. We’re still a little stunned – in the best possible way. Big love to Abstrax Hops for the collaboration and cheers to the team for bringing the heat! 🍻🎉
We’re proud to share that Revival Oktoberfest earned Gold at the 2026 Best of Craft Beer Awards – a huge honor in one of the most competitive categories in craft beer.
Out of 1,498 entries, only 153 beers medaled, and Revival Oktoberfest rose to the top as a standout among them. For a lager to earn that kind of recognition means every detail matters – from recipe execution and consistency to fermentation, patience, packaging, and precision at every step along the way.
This award is a reflection of the care, discipline, and technical skill our production team brings to every batch. Lagers leave no room to hide, and that’s exactly why this recognition means so much. It speaks to the strength of our brewing, cellar, and packaging teams and the high standards they show up with every day.
Revival Oktoberfest has become a returning favorite for a reason, and we couldn’t be more excited to see it recognized on this level. We’re incredibly proud of our team and grateful to everyone who helps bring this beer to life.
We’re proud to share that our Reformation Coffee Liqueur – made with coffee from Alma Coffee in Canton, GA – earned Bronze at the 2026 U.S. Open Whiskey and Spirits Championships. We’re honored to be recognized and grateful to celebrate this award with our team, our partners, and our community.
Georgia’s independent craft breweries are small businesses built by local people who create jobs, support Main Street America, and bring people together over Georgia-made beer.
That’s why we’re supporting Senate Bill 456, a common-sense update that would give small breweries critical flexibility at a time when so many small businesses are feeling the squeeze:
Limited self-distribution for small brewers Lifting the outdated daily to-go sales cap
These are thoughtful, measured reforms, and they’re not unprecedented. Most other states, including border states, already allow versions of these policies and freedoms, and it’s time for Georgia’s craft beer industry to have the same fair shot to grow, compete, and keep serving our communities.
A sincere thank you to the legislators working with us on these practical, small-business improvements. More updates to come as the bill moves through the process.
If you believe in local jobs, local communities, and Georgia-made beer, please let your elected officials know you support Senate Bill 456.
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.
Limited self-distribution for small brewers
