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Craft beer is coming to West County this August. As Jeff Harlan and Jeff Jones of J2 Brewing plan to open Standard Brewing Co. in the old Fudruckers space at 12322 Dorsett Road in Maryland Heights, as reported by St. Louis Magazine.
“We want to make Maryland Heights a mecca for craft beer in West County,” said Harlan. “There is potential for a serious nightlife scene here.”
The ample space in the former burger chain will allow at least 150 thirsty drinkers inside and 40 outside to sample Standard’s offerings, which will start with an IPA, Hefeweizen, blond ale and a stout. Future offerings will include an Oktoberfest and an English brown ale. Other local craft brews will be available on tap, as well as a selection from area micro-distillers and Missouri wineries.
Regardless of the brew, Harlan said he aims to set the standard for each beer. “If you’re drinking our IPA, it is a good, solid IPA,” he said. “Our stout will hit the mark in the stout class of beer.”
The details of the restaurant side are in the works, but Harlan is looking to create a fresh take on artisanal pizza and salad with every dish complementing the beer.
This article appears in April 2015.