OGDEN, UT—The owner operators behind Wimpy & Fritz are expanding to the beer scene. “We’re opening a brewery, the Ogden Beer Company, right next door and jumpstarting a brand new concept," says co-owner Lane Montoya.

The duo, Brian and Lane, Wimpy and Fritz respectively, have partnered with local brewer Jacquie King to be the new location’s head brewer. Jacquie comes to the pair fresh from Roosters Brewing where she moved up the ranks, all the while building a name for herself and building community around her. Jacquie spearheaded the first Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day in Utah and has served on the board for several years now, helping grow the brewing scene for women throughout the state. Now she’s got a brewery of her own.

“We’re sad to see her go but know that she’s outgrown what we have for her here at Roosters," said Kym Buttschardt of the Roosters group, “We’re so proud of her and what this new opportunity provides. We wish her only the best and look forward to collaborating with the new group."

Together this trio between Brian, Lane and Jacquie hope to make something really special with Ogden Beer Company: focusing on clean traditional brews and unique trend-setting styles, top level cocktails and a menu worthy of the location – which is right along the Ogden River Parkway and features access to biking, kayaking and fishing.

“You know we just started out with pretty much nothing and we worked so hard those first few summers doing events like Farmers Market Ogden and Harvest Moon, sometimes doubling up with second events later in the same day, we scrapped so hard to make this dream our reality, when we got our brick and mortar location in Ogden that just felt like the tops," remembers Lane. Brian adds, “Now we’re talking about multiple locations and this completely new restaurant brewery concept. We feel like grown ups now and we’re excited. Nervous but excited. We just know that Ogden has shown up for us hard and we hope they do the same for this new one."

The brewery will have a full restaurant and will be open to all ages, a true full service Gastro Pub.

Craft followers and foodies alike will be excited to know Ogden Beer Company is open and operating as of this weekend. Follow Ogden Beer Company online at Facebook page: facebook.com/OgdenBeerCompany or on Instagram @OgdenBeerCompany The new operation will continue to unfold over the next several months, especially as new brews come on tap and events will begin as the snow melts this spring. Come try the newest brewery in town!

Ogden Beer Company

358 Park Blvd

Ogden, UT 84401

Next door to Wimpy & Fritz, the latest addition to “The Campus” along the Ogden River Parkway. See social media for hours and events.