Carson City native opens ’Beer Studio’ in Carson Mall, highlights locally made brews and spirits
“I’m the beer butler.”
Pat Duncan, owner of the Beer Studio, Carson City’s newest craft beer location, grew up in Carson City and since that time has become something of a craft beer enthusiast.
Prior to the Beer Studio, Duncan also founded the Reno Brew Card, a craft beer punch card and passport program that featured over 30 locations throughout the region. The passport offered half off craft beers at partnering locations, as a way to encourage participants to visit and choose local brewers to patronize.
Now, Duncan has brought that same idea to Carson City, in a singular location.
“It’s important to push the local craft scene,” said Duncan. “There are a lot of places in Reno to find local craft beers, but there aren’t the same options in Carson.”
In addition to locally made craft beers, customers can also find locally made spirits, and a large selection of non-alcoholic beers from all of the major beer makers.
“We’re definitely pushing that scene,” said Duncan. “There are a lot of people out there who don’t or can’t drink beer anymore.”
Duncan said that, within the Carson City area, they have the largest selection of non-alcoholic beers, and will continue to find more.
He is most excited, however, to bolster local makers, such as Shoe Tree Brewing Co. and Bently Ranch Spirits, among many others.
While the Beer Studio is currently a “grab and go” store, in a month or so Duncan plans to apply for a liquor license so patrons will be able to hang out and socialize at the several brewery-style tables set up around the site.
In addition, Duncan hopes to host tastings that will highlight locally made craft drinks.
“It has a brewery feel, but more importantly what sets it apart is the customer service,” said Duncan. “When you come in here, I’m going to be the beer butler, and make sure you find exactly what you’re looking for.”
The Beer Studio is currently open every day Monday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Carson Mall is located at 1227 S Carson St, Carson City.
You can learn more and follow the Beer Studio on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/thebeerstudiocc/