If there was an award that could be given annually to the brewery that evolves the most, it may very well go to the good people at Charleville.

Charleville brand is well known in this area. The original location, which is still very much in operation in Ste Genevieve, Missouri, draws inspiration from the land and from family heritage. Owners Jack and Joal Russell pride themselves on offering distinctive, handcrafted wines and beers in a relaxed atmosphere.

In 2017, the time was definitely right to expand to St. Louis. The idea of brewing in St. Louis goes back to when they started brewing originally in Ste. Genevieve. “If you’re not in St. Louis, then you’re not local, said Tait Russell, director of operations for Charleville and the son of its founders.