From Brewbound's free email newsletter: Monster Brewing (formerly CANarchy) will cease operations in Utah late next month, the company announced Thursday. Production of its Utah-based brands Wasatch Brewing and Squatters Brewing will shift to other facilities within Monsters’ bicoastal network, according to a statement from Monster Brewing president Ray LaRue. The company has opted not to renew the lease on its Salt Lake City brewery, taproom and retail location, which will close on May 27 The brewery closure will eliminate the jobs of 25 employees, who “will be offered a separation package and have been encouraged to apply for available positions within the company. The Squatters and Wasatch portfolios will remain in distribution across a 17-state footprint. (NOTE - Monster does not own the Squatters and Wasatch brewpubs)
That's a bummer for the folks that work there and frequent that location. I'm not sure how to feel about some of these "ghost brand" beers. I guess as long as they're still good I'm okay with it, but it's awkward.
I honestly haven't visited the Squatters/Wasatch spot since I moved out her in '22. With that said, I do know a lot of regulars went there and supported them well. Disappointing to see it close, especially for the workers.
