Welcome to Wild Mind Ales
**Our Story: Wild Mind Ales**
Nestled in an industrial corner of Minneapolis, Wild Mind Ales embodies the spirit of community and creativity. This unique brewery invites beer lovers into a vibrant space filled with a diverse array of artisanal brews, including playful smoothie sours and rich, hoppy IPAs. The inviting atmosphere, enhanced by cozy outdoor seating and string lights, creates a perfect backdrop for socializing over board games or simply enjoying great company. With a focus on craftsmanship and a welcoming environment for families and pets alike, Wild Mind Ales is not just a brewery—it's a celebration of flavor, friendship, and fun.
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6031 Pillsbury Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55419 Hotline: (612) 286-1777
Welcome to the vibrant world of Wild Mind Ales, a hidden gem nestled in an industrial nook of south Minneapolis. This brewery is not just a place to grab a drink; it's a community hub where friends, families, and even furry companions come together to savor innovative brews and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere.
Located at 6031 Pillsbury Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55419, and reachable at (612) 286-1777, Wild Mind Ales boasts an impressive selection of craft beers that caters to various palates. The ambiance is vibrant—think open garage doors, ambient string lights, and a spacious patio boasting lush green spaces and comfortable picnic-style tables. Whether you wish to catch a game with friends or enjoy a serene afternoon in the sun, this brewery delivers a versatile setting.
The reviews are a testament to its charm and quality. Customer experiences reflect an impressive variety of brews, from the Sunken Cathedral, a complex smoothie sour bursting with flavors like blackberry and lime, to unique offerings like Fatal Vision—a double IPA rich in tropical fruit notes. The creativity displayed in their brewing style is nothing short of exceptional, making it a must-visit for the brewcurious.
- Community Focus: Wild Mind Ales is intentional about bringing people together. The brewery is pet-friendly and perfect for families, highlighted by kids running around and friendly dogs looking for companionship.
- Spacious Outdoor Area: The brewery's patio is an inviting space for patrons to unwind, equipped with fire pits that add a cozy touch when the sun begins to set. The lighting creates a magical ambiance, enhancing your brewing experience.
- Unique Craft Beers: While the brewery specializes in sour ales, there are ample options for those who may prefer other styles. Even guests who don’t love sours can find something delicious.
- Welcoming Environment: The brewery fosters a friendly atmosphere that encourages camaraderie and connection, making it a great place to experiment with new flavors and build new friendships over board games and communal tables.
Though some reviews suggest minor adjustments, like introducing flight options for tastings, the overall consensus is clear: Wild Mind Ales represents an exhilarating endeavor in craft brewing. It invites you not just to sip great beers but to participate in a communal experience that uplifts the spirits. If you find yourself in Minneapolis, make it a point to drop by and experience what this lively brewery has to offer!
Wild Mind Ales is a fun place to go -- tucked away in an industrial corner of south Minneapolis. The selection of brews is impressive, and everything we tried was so good! Lots of friendly people, and dogs and kids and board games, and room inside and outside at larger, community tables. (This is great because you can make friends!!) The outdoor area is large and welcoming (although, there seems to be an unused food truck and a tree that need's replacing -- only mentioned here because the place is so fun, these minor clean-ups would make it even better!). It's a good place for a good time. Hoping to take neighbors next week!
At long last I got to try Wild Mind Ales out of Minneapolis and it was a very good experience. Steve and I had the Sunken Cathedral which is a smoothie type sour. All sorts of flavors to look for with this beer as it is very complex. Look for flavor features like Blackberry, Lime, Marshmallow and tartness. The beer is fairly sweet but it has enough of a sour feature in the flavor profile to cause a puckering effect.
The taps weren't working and they couldn't get someone out because of the holiday weekend. That was ok because they had local beers in cans and were nice and put them in mugs for us. I asked for a beer close to water and she recommended a really good one. Not sure what my husband had. The Timberwolves and Mavericks were playing and sadly the fire pits weren't lit because of the rain from earlier. It was a really nice place and we enjoyed ourselves after our long flight from Texas.
Walking up to the opened garage doors and under the string lighting sets a great mood. The patio is a grass lawn with comfortable seating and various picnic style communal tables as well. The bartenders are accommodating because wild minds does some Atypical styles of beer. The colorful space is airy and inviting. The styles are unique and delicious so this is a must stop for the brewcurious
When we walked in it was busy but we were helped fairly quickly and the bar tenders were efficient. It was clean and there is space to sit inside or out. It was a fairly young crowd with people doing a variety of things playing games, chatting, working on computers. There were quite a few dogs with their owners in the patio area enjoying the nice weather. The beer was good and if you don't want beer there is also a coffee shop right beside the bar area. They also had a food truck.
Went there with a group of friends on a Sunday afternoon, the place was busy but didn't fill overwhelming. The beer was very good I had a Winter's Edge and Every Tradition.
We have been wanting to check this brewery out for years, and it finally happened. We love sour beers, but we were with friends, who don't, and they still had a lot of options for beers that were not sour. Everyone loved their beers. But their patio is what really stood out! It's huge, there aren't a whole lot of breweries with huge patios, and this one had green space and fire pits as well, which explains why it was packed with people. Very family friendly, kids running around everywhere. Beautiful patio lights came on when dusk settled in. One thing I didn't like as they don't do samples or flights. I took off a star for this, because I can only visit so many breweries, when I get to a new one I really want to try a bunch of things. So they could definitely improved by offering flights. But still I highly recommend checking this place out if you're a beer lover!
I loved this brewery. Their beers? On point! Their atmosphere? On point! On site killer coffee spot? Sure does! Charming AF holiday market this past Sunday? You bet! 10/10!
Stopped by @wildmindales to try their IPA side by side, one with @phantasm.nz and one without. The Phantasm took the intensity of the tropical fruits to a whole new level. I feel I have an obligation to try all beers made with this amazing ingredient. Beers tried: Fatal Vision and Fatal Vision: Phantasm (Pictured) - A DIPA with immense tropical fruit flavors (guava, orange, and general citrus) with hop bitterness and fruit pith in flavor. 3 The Hard Way - A Mexican lager with unique corn flavors coming from usage of blue and purple corn. Terror Bird - Fantastic American styled Barleywines that starts off bitter from hop additions but ends with light caramel and toffee sweetness.