ISU Bev

ISU Bev ISU-crafted wine, beer & cider. Cyclone™️-grown. Sold locally.

Not everything we grow is ready right now, and that’s part of the story.This vineyard is in its second year, and as with...
06/01/2026

Not everything we grow is ready right now, and that’s part of the story.

This vineyard is in its second year, and as with great things in wine, it takes time. These vines are still establishing, building strength before they ever produce fruit.

Recently, we added Clarion, one of the newest cold-hardy grape varieties, to the mix. It’s designed for Midwest growing conditions, and we’re excited to see what it becomes.

Wine doesn’t happen overnight.
But what’s coming next? It’s worth the wait.

👇 Would you try a brand-new Iowa-grown varietal?

Heading to Des Moines this weekend?Stop by The Iowa Taproom, a historic, industrial-style spot featuring 100+ regional c...
05/29/2026

Heading to Des Moines this weekend?

Stop by The Iowa Taproom, a historic, industrial-style spot featuring 100+ regional craft beers and locally sourced fare.

And yes… you can find our beer on tap there.

It’s the perfect place to experience Iowa-made beverages all in one place, right in the heart of downtown.

👇 Next time you’re in Des Moines, are you stopping in?

🍺 Product Highlight: Yell Like HellesEasy-drinking, crisp, and classic, our Yell Like Helles is a Munich Helles-style la...
05/28/2026

🍺 Product Highlight: Yell Like Helles

Easy-drinking, crisp, and classic, our Yell Like Helles is a Munich Helles-style lager brewed for smooth, refreshing enjoyment.

This golden German lager features:
✨ Smooth malt character
✨ Low hop bitterness
✨ A soft, rounded palate
✨ Crisp, clean finish

Balanced and approachable, it’s the kind of beer that fits just about any occasion, from game day gatherings to relaxing weekends with friends. 🌪️

Are you reaching for a lager this weekend?

🎙️🍺 Meet the brewer behind the beerOur head brewer, Stacy Groene, an Iowa State alum, was recently featured on The Vorla...
05/27/2026

🎙️🍺 Meet the brewer behind the beer

Our head brewer, Stacy Groene, an Iowa State alum, was recently featured on The Vorlauf Hour, a craft brewing podcast supported by the Iowa Brewers Guild.

In the episode, he shares insights into brewing, the craft beer industry in Iowa, and the work happening right here on campus.

It’s a great listen if you’re interested in what goes into the beer you’re seeing around Ames, and beyond.

🎧 Listen here: https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-nwv9m-1997994

Have you listened yet?

05/26/2026

🍺⚙️ Behind the scenes: Canning day

From tank to can, this is where our beer comes together.

This step is all about precision. Filling, sealing, and getting each can ready to go, ensuring what you pick up is fresh and consistent every time.

It’s part of the process that turns what we brew on campus into something you can take with you.

Have you tried our canned beer yet?

Headed out for your weekend grocery run?Swing by Wheatsfield Cooperative Grocery and keep an eye out for us.Our beer and...
05/22/2026

Headed out for your weekend grocery run?
Swing by Wheatsfield Cooperative Grocery and keep an eye out for us.

Our beer and wine are stocked right here in Ames, making it easier than ever to sip local this weekend.

Support local. Shop local. Drink local. 🌪️

👇 Have you spotted us at Wheatsfield yet?

05/19/2026

🍇🍷 Behind the scenes: La Crescent in the winery

From vineyard to winery, this is where La Crescent starts to take shape 👀

After harvest, these cold-hardy grapes move into processing, where we begin transforming what’s grown at Iowa State into the wines you’ll find locally.

It’s one step in a longer process, but it’s where everything begins to come together.

Cyclone Grown. Crafted with intention. 🌪️

👇 Have you tried a La Crescent wine before?

Meet La CrescentAnother grape grown right here in Iowa, La Crescent is a cold-hardy varietal that thrives in Midwest cli...
05/18/2026

Meet La Crescent

Another grape grown right here in Iowa, La Crescent is a cold-hardy varietal that thrives in Midwest climates and brings something a little different to the table.

So what can you expect?
🍑 Bright, fruit-forward character
🍊 Notes of citrus + stone fruit
🌼 Light, aromatic, and refreshing

It’s one of the varieties grown at the Iowa State University Horticulture Research Station, and a key part of our Cyclone Grown wines 🌪️

Local grapes. Local flavor.

👇 Have you tried La Crescent before?

Looking for a spot that hits a little differently? Check out Café Beaudelaire, a late-night favorite serving up Brazilia...
05/16/2026

Looking for a spot that hits a little differently? Check out Café Beaudelaire, a late-night favorite serving up Brazilian & global flavors, cocktails, coffee… and our beer on tap. 👀

Whether you’re grabbing dinner, meeting friends, or settling in for a laid-back night, this is the kind of place you stay longer than planned.

Good food. Great vibes. Local beer.

👇 Who are you meeting here this weekend?

🎓🍺 Graduation weekend calls for a Cyclones IPACelebrate the grads in your life with a beer brewed right here at Iowa Sta...
05/14/2026

🎓🍺 Graduation weekend calls for a Cyclones IPA

Celebrate the grads in your life with a beer brewed right here at Iowa State 🌪️

Our Cyclones IPA is a copper-colored West Coast IPA featuring balanced malt and hop flavors upfront, followed by bright citrus zest and tropical fruit aromas from Citra and Mosaic dry-hopping. The result? A crisp, dry finish that keeps you coming back for another sip.

Whether you’re celebrating a recent graduate, hosting family for the weekend, or looking for the perfect Iowa State-themed gift, Cyclones IPA is ready for the occasion.

Who are you celebrating this weekend?

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536 Farm House Lane
Ames, IA
50011

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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