“Brutal Year” Continues: Popular Minnesota Brewery Announces Closure Date

"Brutal" is one word to describe the past year for breweries in the state of Minnesota.  Several closings were reported in 2025 for some of the favorites throughout the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

Hoops Brewing in Duluth and Waconia Brewing Company in Waconia were some of the latest closing announcements in the state.  Back in 2025, the list was pretty lengthy and included Invictus Brewing Co., Schram Haus Brewery, LynLake Brewery, Wild Mind Ales, Alloy Brewing, Mankato Brewery, and Foremost Brewing Cooperative.

Unfortunately, we are continuing to see additional craft breweries announce that they are shuttering for good - including one in Southeast Minnesota.

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One More Month To Grab A Drink From Karst Brewing in Southeast Minnesota

If you haven't driven down Hwy 52 towards the Root River State Trail, there is a brewery that you should take a moment to enjoy.  You'll have to hurry, though, because according to a Facebook post, Karst Brewing at 315 1st Street in Fountain is closing its doors for good in about a month.

Reasons Why Karst Brewing In Southeast Minnesota Is Closing

Karst Brewing, which opened up back in 2017, made an announcement back in April that they were closing its location this spring.  According to KTTC, the reason behind this decision is due to rising costs, additional competition in the area, and the trend of people consuming less alcohol.

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Here Is The Final Day To Enjoy Karst Brewing Before They Close

If you've got a couple of free hours, take a drive to Fountain and visit Karst Brewing one last time before their last day.  Based on the note that was shared on the Karst Brewing Facebook page, it appears that their last full day is on May 23rd, 2026.