On tap at Black Lotus: beer, virtual fairways and tango lessons

Clawson, MI – Black Lotus Brewing Company will celebrate its 10th anniversary this year in quietly cool Clawson. The neighborhood brew pub has recently doubled tap capacity as its brewing program, as well its customer base, continues to grow.

The brewery is home to an eclectic mix of brews, scratch-made food, and funky decor. Free live music is provided each week by Zap Toro, a Latin infused Jazz band featuring Aretha Franklin’s drummer, percussion from the Pistons drumline, and the occasional Tango lesson.

The brewery recently expanded to connect with the owners’ neighboring business, The Drive In. The virtual golf simulator hall has now been outfitted with 10 taps and equipped for live music.

Owners Mark Harper and Mike Allen stepped away from Brewing Operations last year to focus on the business. Enter Nick “The Brewer” Joseph, whose big personality and passion for beer make for an irresistible combination.

His claim to fame?

“I was voted best male bartender in Chicago in 2006

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