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...
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Click Here to Book Your Stay. WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE. THIS IS PRETTY SPECIAL. With 65 Guest Rooms including 2 Premier Suites, 1 Restaurant, 2 bars, modern retail spaces, and a 7,000 square foot banquet and conference center, Hotel Millwright is more than a hotel. The Amana Colonies are known for high-quality, handcrafted products, and Hotel Millwright’s renovation reflects these high standards. From the beautifully designed rooms to the superb service, you won’t find quality like this anywhere else. MODERN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN & HISTORY COMBINED Character is key. There’s no lack of that within these walls. Each of Read more...
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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...
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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...
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You hungry? An Amana Colonies Tradition Since 1940. World famous for American and German food served “Family Style.” Hearty and light portions including chicken, hand cut steaks, roast beef, sauerbraten, wiener schnitzel cutlets, Amana brats, ham, catfish, shrimp, sandwiches, salads, homemade soups and desserts including rhubarb custard, chocolate & coconut cream pies. Pies to Go. Daily Specials, Children’s and Carry Out menus. Local, American and imported wines, beers and cocktails. Bierstube Bar & Outdoor Biergarten. Banquet and meeting rooms, museum and gift shop. Motor coaches welcome – step on tour guide service. Handicap access. Complimentary WiFi. An Amana Colonies Tradition Read more...
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WHITE CROSS CELLARS IS OPEN Located in the historic village of Amana, Iowa, White Cross Cellars is a new approach to the Amana Colonies wine industry. While the Amanas have long been famous for fruit wines, White Cross Cellars delivers a more traditional approach to the wines of the Amanas. We feature Award-winning wines from classic wine grapes as well as Midwestern varieties; producing wine in the European or California style. Our specialties are white wines reminiscent of the traditional German and French styles, along with red dinner wines designed for beef and Italian dishes. Our wines are available in Read more...