Millstream Brewing Co. is Iowa’s original craft brewery. It all started in 1985 with a dream and a small batch of German Pilsner. Today, Millstream produces nearly 8,000 barrels of beer and soda each year. That equals 2.5 million pints (in case you were counting). Our Amana, Iowa taproom features 20 rotating beers on tap, new releases each week, and some of the best live music in the Midwest. There’s no better way to spend your day than sitting along the banks of the Amana millstream with the sun in your face, a cold beer in your hand, and a Read more...
Four Winds Farm Apothecary is your Iowa-grown and manufactured herb shop. Four Winds Farm is a local CBG hemp farm turned apothecary and are proud to offer our CBG hemp products, as well as other local herbalists’ offerings that were made by their own hands, from herbs that they grew or gathered themselves. Read more...
Village Antiques & More has all of our favorite things! We have a collection of treasures from Primitives, Victorian to Mid -Century. Guys will love the “Man Cave” which is full of antique tools, vintage toys & beer cans, wildlife prints, clocks and more! Our gift shop carries Swan Creek candles, Wind River Windchimes, Caren lotions, Leanin’ Tree greeting cards & puzzles, Country Home Creations dip & cheesecake mixes and Pop’ s Kettle Korn. We are featuring Iowa made Blue Heron Beadworks and Great River Maple Syrup. Read more...
ELECTRIC THREAD Quaint, cool, & whiskey for days Hotel Millwright’s Social Club, located next to the lobby along the millrace stream, is an electric building turned lounge that is quaint, cool, and the ultimate hang-out in Amana. Designed with a nod to its beginnings, the Electric Thread’s modern industrial atmosphere, outdoor patio, and signature craft cocktails make it the ideal spot for intimate private parties up to 30 people. New hours: Seasonal hours vary THE INDIGO ROOM Simple, elegant, unpretentious food & drink Enjoy great food and delicious drinks in a laid back social Read more...
The best things in life are sweet! Breads, pastries, pies, and cookies oh my! Mother and daughter duo still make everything in house from scratch. Handmade with love! Read more...
At Amana Colonies Popcorn & Ice Cream Company we take great pride in making our gourmet popcorn.We use only the finest ingredients to ensure you enjoy the best gourmet popcorn experience. We use only real cheese and make our caramel from scratch using our family recipe. We are a family owned, local business right the in heart of downtown Amana, Iowa. We offer over 60 delicious flavors of gourmet popcorn that can satisfy anyone with just a few bites. Quality is what we dedicate ourselves to in every batch, made fresh daily in small batches, under watchful eyes, to ensure you enjoy the Read more...
The name “Brau Haus” simply means “Brewing House!” For years the Brewery owners had said that it would be wonderful to add an authentic German Bierhalle to the Amana Colonies. In August 2016, the Millstream Brau Haus was born! Adding the Brau Haus gave the Brewery the opportunity to make more ‘one of a kind’ brews and specialty beers only to be sold in the Brau Haus! And of course, these special brews are complemented by delicious German-style pub food! Under new ownership, the Brau Haus continues the tradition of serving delicious German-inspired food in a festive, welcoming atmosphere. No Read more...
Ackerman Winery is proud to have the distinct honor of being the oldest operating winery in the state of Iowa. The Winery started in 1956 by Harry and Louisa Ackerman. Â In 1974, their son Les Ackerman along with his wife Linda took over operations and carried on the family wine-making tradition for over 40 years. Â In 2015, the Ackerman family handed down their long history of wine making tradition to another local family, The Wyants. Â Bill and Rona Wyant, of Marengo, Iowa (just a few miles outside of Amana) have a long family history of agriculture in the area Read more...