Beer isn’t the only thing brewing at craft breweries, love is too. Breweries have long been known as community spaces with the power to bring people together, but there is a lesser-known connection between craft beer and romance, whether it started in a taproom as a first date or became shared experiences between couples, nothing is sweeter than a craft beer love story,
Joe and Elizabeth Daniels had one of their first dates at the Phoenix. Joseph said: “Elizabeth was excited to learn about a new craft beer place in town, so we went Phoenix on one of our first dates. Phoenix has continued to be an important location in our relationship - it was the first place we said "I love you." We worked with an artist to design phoenix tattoos for us to commemorate our relationship. Our wedding was in the Brickyard - basically, the backyard of Phoenix -and had their beers on tap. We also frequently stop by on date nights.”
“When I think about the number of first dates that have happened at the taproom, the couples who travel all over the state brewery hopping, and people who stop in for regular date nights, it makes my heart smile a little.” said Creative and Marketing head Carmone Macfarlane. “And the couples who have gotten married after meeting in the taproom, that has been an unexpected bonus. We are really humbled to be a small part of their journeys.”
The Phoenix has hosted engagement parties, a few weddings, and many receptions. You can often spot engagement or wedding photos happening at the brewery.
Chris and Julie Niswander held their reception at the Phoenix. “We chose the Phoenix for our wedding because every time we walk in we have always been greeted with warm smiles and kindness. The staff at the Phoenix became our people, our friends, and our family! We wanted to share our special day surrounded by the people and places we love. I couldn’t think of a better place to celebrate our new start in our life!” said Julie.
Offering a vow renewal just seems like a perfect fit near Valentine’s Day. Craft Beer-loving married couples are invited to renew their vows on Saturday, February 12th in the production facility of the Phoenix Brewing Company for a non-denominational group vow renewal ceremony.
Couples can rededicate their love at one of 2 free vow renewal ceremonies, led by Phoenix brewers and staff, at 1 pm or 5 pm. The production facility will open half an hour before each ceremony and participants are asked to please arrive no later than 10 minutes before the ceremony starts. What should participants wear? Suggested attire is favorite brewery apparel, but really it is all about the couples. Guests will have the opportunity to snap photos at a selfie station. And cake will also be available, while it lasts. Registration is not required, but couples should be 21 and over to participate.
The vow renewal ceremony does not have any legal significance. Couples do not need to bring their marriage license to participate.