BLOOM Small Business Spotlight: Mudhook Brewing Co.

If you’re a fan of craft beer, the Downtown has you covered for kicking back with a cold one!

BY SULLY PINOS I EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & MARLENA SCHUGT I PROGRAM MANAGER BLOOM BUSINESS EMPOWERMENT CENTER

If you’ve walked through the halls of Central Market, chances are you have seen the shiny barrels along Mudhook Brewing Company’s space and especially their outdoor seating area along W. Clarke Ave. Coming on its 11 th anniversary, Mudhook Brewing Co. is a family-owned business and the first brewery to open in Downtown York. The word Mudhook, meaning “anchor,” is a fitting name for this Downtown York business which has been vital to revitalization.

“When I was looking to start my business with the brewed batches my son in law, Tim Wheeler, made,” shares owner Jeff Lau, “I knew that the convenience and access to resources and amenities like PeoplesBank Park was instrumental for a brew pub like ours to succeed.” Over the years, Mudhook has developed signature events like “Beach Days”, making his outdoor dining area a beach front destination with local performances, hosted in August of each year. With over 10 beers on tap; 4 signature and 6 rotating, Mudhook promises something for everyone, with the addition of local spirits and a growing menu.

BLOOM was there for my business and has helped me improve my location to continue our investment in York County.

- Jeff Lau, Owner, Mudhook Brewing Co.

Throughout the pandemic, Mudhook Brewing Co. was able to maintain and expand operations with the support from the YoCo BLOOM Grant Program. “BLOOM was there for my business and has helped me improve my location to continue our investment in York County,” said Jeff. As a recipient of the grant, Mudhook was able to add a purchase of a two-way indoor fireplace and most recently, will add an air pump and bike rack to be more welcoming for Rail Trail users.

Visit Mudhook Brewing Co. during Beach Days on August 18-20!

34 N. Cherry Lane, York, PA 17402 | mudhookbrewing.com | @MudhookBrewing

For more information about the BLOOM Business Empowerment Center, visit YCEApa.org/BLOOM

For “THE BEER DRINKER,” also check out:

Sign of the Horse in PeoplesBank Park, 5 Brooks Robinson Way - Craft beers from the Hanover brewery are now available for your brewing pleasure while you watch the York Revs! | @SignoftheHorseBreweryInc

Liquid Hero 50 East North Street - Give your taste buds the maximum flavor experience with brews such as their citrusy Irregardless IPA, a refreshing HeroWeizen, or the pineapple mango IPA, Dimensional Being - Available in the pub or to go! | @LiquidHero

Gift Horse Brewing Company 117 North George Street - Enjoy craft beer, seltzers, whiskey and cocktails in their outdoor space located in the heart of downtown! | @GiftHorseBrewingCompany

Brewery Tours - Want to taste and experience a bit of everything? Take the “Ultimate Craft Beer Experience” to taste unique craft beers, tour the brewing facilities, and meet the brewers behind it all! | @UltimateCraftBeerExperience