First displayed at the 1897 World’s Fair in Brussels, krieks (translating to ‘cherry’ in Belgian) later gained popularity after WWI with the rise of soft drinks and increased regulations placed on brewers. Very subtle notes of cherry with similarities to saison ales.
Drinks
Our approach is simple: recreating historic and forgotten styles of beer from around the world tapping into ancient brewing processes, ingredients, and recipes. We want to stay true to the styles of brews our ancestors would have consumed, whether that be beer, cider, or mead, in an effort to preserve what history created.
BEER
WORLD’S FAIR
- Cherry Kriek
- 6.8% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
WILLOW CREEK SMASH
- SMASH IPA
- 6.2% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
Our newest SMASH (Single Malt and Single Hop) IPA brewed with Willow Creek hops and pilsner malt. Strong notes of citrus with a lingering hop bitterness.
PIONEER PALE
- American Pale Ale
- 5.8% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
Double named for the pioneering history of Chico, CA in the gold rush and the pioneering spirit of Ken Grossman, founder of Sierra Nevada, who first popularized the American Pale Ale back in the 80s. Brewed with classic Cascade hops and pale malt. Mildly hoppy with a sweet malt profile and lingering hop finish.
GREYSTONE
- Grisette
- 5.8% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
Our Pro-Am brew for this year’s Beer City Brewers Fest brewed with local home brewer Mark Hofmann. French-Belgian in origin, Grisettes (gris meaning grey in French) was originally brewed for stone miners in Belgium’s Hainaut province. Farmhouse funky with Belgian bubblegum yeast esters. Sweet with a dry finish.
KRYSTAL GRIST
- Kristallweizen
- 4.4% ABV
- 24 oz/5 oz
Named after the 70/30 grist, or grain bill, being 70% wheat and 30% barley, and the filtration process making the beer crystal clear. Krystal Grist is a crisp ale with notes of banana, clove, and orange.
WAGNER’S BEST
- American Pale Lager
- 4.8% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
Credited with bringing lager yeast to America from Bavaria, home brewer John Wagner is also known for doling out his ground breaking yeast to what would become some of the biggest domestic breweries still around today. One brewer in particular that benefitted was Phillip Best whose brewery eventually won a famous blue ribbon. Crisp and pale with slightly sweet malt character. Herbal notes with a dry finish.
PITTER PATTER
- Pre-Prohibition Porter
- 4.6% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
This porter features pre-prohibition kilned malt from Sugar Creek Malt Co. Malt forward with a lingering bready flavor. What’re you waiting for? Pitter Patter, let’s get at ‘er!
DEAD IN THE LAUTER
- Dark Mexican Lager
- 6.2% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
In celebration of Día de los Muertos, Dead in the Lauter is a Dark Mexican Lager with biscuity caramel notes, medium body, and a dry yet soft mouthfeel. On draft and in cans!
CONNOR MAC
- Irish Red
- 4% ABV
- 20 oz/5 oz
In its more modern form, the Irish Red originated in Kilkenny around 1710 with malt having more importance than hops. As tribute to the more gingerly, rational McManus twin, Connor Mac is a subtler brew with caramel and biscuit notes, a light, malty body, smooth mouthfeel, and clean, crisp finish.
TAKE IT TO THE GRAVE
- Scottish Heather Ale
- 5.8% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
As the story goes, the recipe for Scottish Heather Ale was held by the Pict people. When they were all but wiped out, save for a father and son, the father vowed to take the recipe to the grave almost effectively erasing the style from history. However, remnants of an ancient vessel containing the ale were found and analyzed allowing the style to live on. Take It To The Grave is best slightly warm, giving notes of heather flower, caramel, and full malt character. Also available in cans to-go!
JAMES’S GATE
- Foreign Extra Stout
- 6.8% ABV
- 20 oz/5 oz
Originally brewed at Guinness’ St. James’s Gate brewery in Dublin, the Foreign Extra Stout was made for Irish expats working in the Caribbean, made with extra hops and a higher alcohol content to help preserve the beer on its long journey overseas. James’s Gate is a medium bodied stout with pronounced roasted malt notes and a lingering flavor.
THE DUKE SAYS NEIN
- Kottbusser
- 6.6% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
The Duke of Bavaria was ultimately the reason for the Reinheitsgebot, otherwise known as the German Purity Law, effectively putting out of production brews such as the Kottbusser. Brewed with the traditional wheat, oats, honey, and molasses, The Duke Says Nein is a gold medal award-winning clean ale with Kölsch yeast. Light and refreshing. On draft and in cans!
CLOUD PIERCER
- New Zealand Pilsner
- 5.5% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
Inspired by the Māori name for New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki Mt. Cook, this lager is brewed with New Zealand hops emitting tropical flavors and aromas. Crisp, clean, mild hop bitterness. On draft and in cans!
FRITZ’S FOLLY
- West Coast IPA
- 5.5% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
Named after West Coast IPA’s creator Fritz Maytag, Fritz’s Folly is brewed and dry hopped with traditional Cascade hops for bittering and aroma with a medium-bodied malt profile. On draft and in cans!
MACLAY’S MILD
- Dark Mild
- 5.9% ABV
- 20 oz/5 oz
A Scottish table beer, this ale has an evolving past. First categorized as a pale, this roasted, malty beer is anything but. With a low hop bitterness and a slew of different malts, this ale will transition your tastebuds into cozy weather.
KRÄNZ KÖLSCH
- Kölsch Style
- 5.3% ABV
- 10 oz/5 oz
Kränz (meaning wreath) references the picturesque tray of Kölsch-filled stange glasses served at brewhouses in Cologne, Germany. This light ale, nicely balanced with malts and hops, is a favorite here at Archival. Served in a traditional stange glass. On draft and in cans!
JACK’S PAL AL
- English Pale Ale
- 4.5% ABV
- 16 oz/5 oz
An ode to Archival’s true MVP and a real ‘Jack of All Trades’, this pale ale has a mild hop bitterness crafted with Newport and Golding hops. Low maltiness with a traditional mix of pale English base malts.
Looking to Purchase a Keg?
We offer keg sales for personal use! Whether it’s for a special event or just because, we’ve got you covered. To inquire about available options, pricing, and pickup details, contact Levi at levi@archivalbrewing.com.
Cider & WINE
RED WINE
- Glass/Bottle
Full Flavored Red Wine Blend with Smooth, Medium Body
WHITE WINE
- Glass/Bottle
Semi Sweet Riesling with Tropical Aromas and Pink Grapefruit alongside Green Apple
CHINOOK CIDER
- Dry Hopped Cider
- 6.5% ABV
- 12 oz/5 oz
Dry hopped with Chinook hops, this unique cider is moderately sour with higher acidity and light hop flavor. Fermented with local Riveridge apple cider.
SANGRIA
- Glass/Carafe
Silver Rum • Red or White Wine • Apples • Oranges
BLUE STEEL
- Cider
- 12.5% ABV
MILLSTONE RIDGE
- English Cider
- 6% ABV
- 12 oz/5 oz
Named after the ancient method of pressing cider, this semi sweet crisp cider has a full mouthfeel that finishes dry with no lingering finish. Leaves mouth watering for more!
WILD INTERVENTION
- Spontaneously Fermented Cider
- 6.5% ABV
- 12 oz/5 oz
Made with spontaneous yeast captured right outside the brewery, this cider is a bit funky, mildly dry, and wildly (yet enjoyably) sour, made with local cider.
SPARKLING
MIMOSA
- Glass/Carafe
Orange Juice + Sparkling Wine
SPARKLING WINE
- Glass/Bottle
Dry Sparkling White with Notes of Refreshing Pineapple and Citrus
HIGHLAND HONEYS
- Scottish Heather Mead
- 7.2% ABV
- 12 oz/5 oz
Our heather flower-infused mead is inspired by a touching tale of a Scottish lass and her dearly departed husband. With multiple heather flower additions and a base of raw local honey, this mead is mildly dry and highly sippable.
Cocktails
RUM RAGGED
- Signature Cocktail
Rum • Pineapple Juice • Mint • Vanilla Bitters • Lime Juice • Ginger Beer
THIS SIDE OF PARADISE
- Signature Cocktail
Silver Rum • Lime • Strawberry Daiquiri Tea Syrup • Aloe Juice • Lavender Water • Lime Wheel
SOIS SAGE
Gin • Lemon • Sage Syrup • Sparkling Wine • Orange Peel
MARGARITA
- Classic Cocktail
Agave Spirit • Housemade Triple Sec • Lime • Salt Rim • Lime Wedge
DAIQUIRI
- Classic Cocktail
Silver Rum • Lime • Simple Syrup • Lime Wheel
COSMO
- Classic Cocktail
Vodka • Triple Sec • Lime • Cranberry Juice • Lemon Wedge
RANCH WATER
- Classic Cocktail
Agave Spirit • Lime • Saline • Soda Water • Lime Wheel
BATANGA
- Classic Cocktail
Agave Spirit • Cola • Lime • Salt Rim
- Classic Cocktail
Silver Rum • Vodka • Cold Brew • Simple Syrup • Demerara • Orange Peel
HAND WARMER
- Signature Cocktail
Silver Rum • Apple Cider • Mulled Spice Demerara Sugar • Rhubarb & Molasses Bitters • Cinnamon Stick • Apple Slices
LEMON DROP MARTINI
- Classic Cocktail
Vodka • Lemon Juice • Simple Syrup • Sugar Rim
Old Fashioned
- Classic Cocktail
Bourbon • Archival Bitters • Orange Twist
WHITE LINEN
- Signature Cocktail
Gin • Vodka • Cucumber • Elderflower Tea Syrup • Lemon Juice • Rosemary Tincture • Orange Flower Water
BLOODY MARY
- Classic Cocktail
Vodka • Tomato Juice • Tabasco Sauce • Lime Juice • Pickle Spear
MOJITO
- Classic Cocktail
Silver Rum • Mint • Lime Juice • Simple Syrup • Club Soda • Lime Wheel
TOM COLLINS
- Classic Cocktail
Gin • Lemon Juice • Simple Syrup • Club Soda • Lemon Wheel
AURORA LEMONADE
- Classic Cocktail
Vodka • Lavender • Lemon • Rosemary Tincture • Club Soda • Lemon Wheel • Rosemary Sprig
MOSCOW MULE
- Classic Cocktail
Vodka • Ginger Beer • Lime • Lime Wheel
HOLD ME, I’M BLUE
- Signature Cocktail
Vodka • Coconut Water • Lime • Blueberry Sage Syrup • Grapefruit Bitters • Club Soda • Mint • Lime Wheel
HOT TODDY
- Signature Cocktail
Bourbon • Honey Ginger Syrup • Lemon • Rhubarb Bitters • Molasses Bitters • Lemon Wheel • Star Anise • Cinnamon Stick • served hot
TIRAMISU WHITE RUSSIAN
- Signature Cocktail
Vodka • Cold Brew • Cream • Cocoa Powder • Lady Finger • contains caffeine
HEART TO HEART
- Signature Cocktail
Gin • Sage Syrup • Lime • Rosemary Tincture • Grapefruit Bitters • Tonic Water • Star Anise • Juniper Berries
Non-Alcoholic
CHOCOLATE MILK
LAVENDER LEMONADE
- Mocktail
Lavender • Lemon • Rosemary Tincture • Club Soda • Lemon Wheel • Rosemary Sprig
APPLE GINGER FIZZ
- Mocktail
Apple Cider • Lime • Chai Syrup • Rhubarb Bitters • Ginger Beer • Mint • Apples
COCO FIZZ
- Mocktail
Mint • Coconut Milk • Coconut Water • Club Soda • Lime Wheel • Orange Flower Water
KISSING ST. NICK
- Mocktail
Spiced Pomegranate Syrup • Lemon Rosemary Tincture • Cranberry • Club Soda • Rosemary Sprig • Pomegranate Seeds • Cinnamon Sugar Rim
AURORA
- Mocktail
Butterfly Tea • Lavender Syrup • Rosemary Tincture • Club Soda • Lemon Wheel
APPLE GINGER FIZZ
- Mocktail
Apple Cider • Lemon Juice • Spiced Demerara Syrup • Rhubarb Bitters • Ginger Beer • Fresh Mint
DR. GREENS
- Mocktail
Cold Brew Green Tea • Lime Juice • Elderflower Tea Syrup • Fresh Mint • Tonic Water • Lime Wheel • Mint Sprig
FLORE’S PROMISE
- Mocktail
Grapefruit Juice • Spiced Pomegranate Syrup • Hopped Grapefruit Bitters • Greek Yogurt • Balsamic Reduction • Star Anise
ORANGE JUICE
APPLE CIDER
Local Apple Cider
ROOTBEER FLOAT
Vanilla Ice Cream topped with Detroit City Soda Rootbeer or Orange Cream Soda
COFFEE
Fresh Brewed Quickwater Coffee
HOT TEA
Bigelow: Earl Grey, Citrus Chamomile, Dragon Well Green Tea, English Breakfast, Tropical Green Tea, Constant Comment
Detroit City Sodas
Cola, Diet Cola, Ginger Beer, Lemon Lime, Root Beer, Orange Cream, Grape, Lemonade, Iced Tea, Tonic Water, Cranberry Juice, Pineapple Juice
CANS TO-GO
Take Archival home with you!
Order 16 oz Crowlers of anything on tap or 12 oz cans of select styles from your server or bartender!
Any 6-pack just $10!
Mix n’ match & straight up
Therese’s Green
Oktoberfest
Kettleena
Catharina Sour
Dead in the Lauter
Dark Mexican Lager
Kranz Kölsch
Kölsch-Style Ale
The Duke Says Nein
German Kottbusser
Ægir’s Wreath
Sahti
Cloud Piercer
New Zealand Pilsner
Take It To The Grave
Scottish Heather Ale
Fritz’s Folly
West Coast IPA
Harwood
English Porter
16oz Crowler
Anything on tap!
Strict Observance
Belgian Dubbel
Relax with a meal or a drink in any of our dining spaces including our newly built biergarten which offers pergola-covered seating, bar area, limited indoor seating space, fire pits, and yard games.