USA, WA: Longmire Springs Brewing to launch in Packwood on June 24

A new brewery is about to open in Packwood, Washington: Longmire Springs Brewing, the Washington Beer Blog reported on June 16.

Opening day is set for June 24th. The couple behind the brewery might seem familiar to Seattle beer lovers: Amy Besunder and Peter Charbonnier formerly owned and operated Populux Brewing in Ballard which closed in December 2020. (Bale Breaker Brewing/Yonder Cider have since moved into the space Populux vacated in Ballard.)

�We�re excited to announce our opening date will be June 24th,� said the company on Facebook. �We�ll have a West Coast IPA, Hazy IPA, Pale Ale, and Pilsner on tap plus a rotating Vienna Lager as well as cider, a guest tap and more. Come join us as we celebrate our grand opening Saturday at noon!�

So how did two brewery owners from Seattle end up in Packwood? Though Populux Brewing closed in 2020, Amy and Peter lived in Packwood for years before that. It�s an idyllic spot, far away from the hustle and bustle of the Ballard Brewery District. A completely different vibe, where Longmire Springs Brewing will serve a different kind of clientele. The brewery�s taproom will offer indoor and outdoor seating in a family- and dog-friendly environment. No kitchen, but they�ll allow guests to bring their own food.