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SALINE – Salt Springs Brewery, a recent addition to the Southeast Michigan beer community, has quickly become a mecca. Officially open since July 31, it has established itself as a must-visit destination not only for its beer, but also for its farm-to-table food and its charming ambiance. The name Salt Springs is a nod to the history of town of Saline (pronounced Suh-leen, unlike the typical expectation of Say-lean) as a place Native Americans and early explorers gathered salt from area springs. The building was dedicated in 1899 as a Methodist church. In its 116-year history, it housed a gift shop and most recently an event space before becoming Salt Springs Brewery. The original stained glass windows still grace the walls, glowing colorfully during daylight hours. The former church lawn where ice cream socials had taken place is now paved and serves as the brewery’s 75-seat beer garden. The purchase plan was in place for months, but the new owners couldn’t take possession of t … |
Source: Mitten Brew
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