DETROIT – One of the most popular breweries in not only the state - but the country - is opening its first Detroit taproom.

As Kirk Pinho of Crain's Detroit first reported, Founders Brewing Company, based out of Grand Rapids, is opening a taproom in Detroit's Midtown, in the Cass Corridor.

Founders confirmed the opening Tuesday morning.

"We have a strong love for our hometown of Grand Rapids, but more than anything, we’re Michiganders with a strong love and commitment for our beautiful state. Out of that commitment comes our decision to open a second taproom location in Detroit and let our fans on the east side of the state experience the something special that takes place in our taproom day in and day out."

"Our taproom will be located in the lower Cass Corridor neighborhood, an area rich with history and ripe for a turnaround. It will be within walking distance to sports arenas, music venues and more. In fact, it is directly behind one of Detroit’s oldest and most storied buildings, the Detroit Masonic Temple, which is one of the most popular venues in the city."

"We’re not looking to build a carbon copy of our home-base taproom here in Grand Rapids. There are few other cities who know who they are as much as Detroit does and we want that confidence and attitude to inform the feel of our Detroit taproom. While we’re still in the process of developing menus, building design, layout and logistics, we expect there to be some parallels, but without the cookie-cutter franchise feel."

"Construction will start this summer and we aim to open next winter. Here’s to the next chapter in Founders history – we’re sure it’s going to be a good one."

They will occupy the vacant building at 456 Charlotte St, west of Cass Avenue. It's right next to the new District Detroit site, and close by the Masonic Temple.

Founders will be the latest in a slew of breweries to move to Detroit, including Jolly Pumpkin, Motor City Brewing, Batch Brewing, Brew Detroit and Detroit Beer Company.

Founders is known as one of the best craft beer breweries in the world, winning awards in several global competitions.

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