The growth of craft breweries is slowing in Indiana. But we're still seeing openings and expansions. This is what's on tap.

Happy Brewing Co.

3902 N. Illinois St., happybrewingco.com.

The brewery originally planned for Daleville will instead open in the old Double 8 grocery store in Midtown Indy. Gabe Soukup, whose past work includes yeast fermentation at Eli Lilly and several years in the moving truck business, and Dave Bellar, a longtime brewer and certified beer judge, have teamed up for the endeavor. They have a seven-barrel brewing system and plan to “make them all,” Soukup said. “I love them all.”

He’s thinking a blonde ale, an IPA and a porter or a stout. He also bragged about their strawberry rhubarb ale for a seasonal option. Down the road, a small kitchen will serve flatbread pizzas, steak sandwiches, hot dogs and hamburgers. Tap room walls will display art from local artists.

The goal is to “build and build and build,” he said, like bottling and distributing the beer. Yes the bottle caps are happy faces.

Status: At last check, they were focused on getting the doors open by the end of August.

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Moontown Brewing Co.

345 S. Bowers St., Whitestown, moontownbeer.com.

Meet Boone County’s first brewery. While the area has tap rooms, this will be the first to brew beer on site. Construction is underway in the gymnasium of the old Whitestown High School that will be divided into an event space and brewpub.

The team includes head brewer Cody Peczkowski, longtime home brewer Pete Mattingly, assistant brewer Bobby Mattingly and another co-owner Patrick Mattingly. They are working on some pale ales, lagers, a breakfast stout and more. Bar food will fill the menu: pizza, burgers and salads sourcing local ingredients.

Status: The event space opens Oct. 1 followed by the tasting room in early 2018 and finally the restaurant in the spring.

Guggman Haus Brewing Co.

1702 Gent Ave., guggmanhausbrewing.com.

Plans are still underway for a brewery in the historic Boyle Racing Garage. However, construction and approval delays mean founders Derek and Courtney Guggenberger and Abby and Ryan Gorman are moving forward with a smaller tap room while the larger building is constructed. The smaller venue will be in a renovated house with four to six beers on tap.

Status: Plan is to open this fall.

Traders Brewing Company

8587 Zionsville Road, tradersbrewingcompany.com.

It’s a family affair for this new brewery opening in the Traders Point area. Krissy and Bart Hensley, along with Krissy’s parents, sister and brother-in-law, are combining their home brewing experience and business acumen.

They co-own Brew Practitioners with family friends in Florence, Mass., and decided it was time to join the brewing community in Indianapolis. Bart, a special education teacher by day, will brew the beer, while Krissy, a human resources professional, will handle operations. They plan to serve six staple beers including an amber ale, an IPA and an American ale. For food, they will partner with nearby restaurants. There will be a kid-friendly area of the taproom complete with a root beer bar.

Status: They hope to open by the end of the year or early next year.

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Wooden Bear Brewing at Geist

10150 Brooks School Road, Fishers, (317) 436-8624, woodenbearbrewing.com.

Greenfield’s first brewery has found a second home in Fishers. This one, too, is a family-friendly spot with food and craft beer — popular brews include Maize Runner Cream Ale, Hoppy Bear IPA and Cougar Town Brown. But the standout at the new location is the pizza with hand-made dough and fresh, local produce. For a starter, grab the seasoned balls of leftover dough called “bear bites” or try them covered in cinnamon and brown sugar for dessert.

Status: Wooden Bear Brewing at Geist never had an official grand opening, but started serving customers in late March, said co-owner Kurt Sundling.

Big Woods Franklin

1800 E. King St., Franklin, (317) 739-0378, quaffon.com/big-woods-franklin.

New locations are old hat for the restaurant that also produces Quaff On brews and Hard Truth Distillery spirits. Its fifth location is in the Hillview Country Club in Franklin, formerly occupied by Scotty's Brewhouse. The famous BBQ pulled pork nachos, Busted Knuckle porters and views of the golf course aren't just for members only — the public is welcome.

Status: Now open.

Taxman Fortville

29 S. Main St., Fortville, (317) 458-0210, taxmanbrewing.com.

It all started in quiet Bargersville, then quickly began buzzing when the Taxman arrived. Now the brewery brings its Belgian-style beers and farm-to-table plates to Fortville. The main focus here is Liege waffles, made of dough rather than batter. This location will also serve cocktails. Like the Bargersville location, you’ll still find a kids menu, burgers and frites.

Status: The grand opening was Aug. 11.

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Books and Brews Brownsburg and Carmel

1551 N. Green St., Brownsburg, and 61 W. City Center Dr., Carmel, booksnbrews.com.

The geeky bookstore and brewery combination continues to grow, with Brownsburg and Carmel up next. The business started franchising early this year. The community tap rooms serve beers with names like Clifford Irish-style Red and Charlie Chocolate Milk Stout. Furniture is handmade and clay mugs are hand-spun. Donated books line the walls and can be bought for only $3 each.

Owner Jason Wuerfel said four other, out-of-state locations are in the works.

Status: Brownsburg opened Aug. 11 and Carmel is set for November. A Muncie location is in the works, too.

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