Shoe Tree Brewing hosts anniversary party Saturday

Shoe Tree Brewing, a craft brewery in Carson City, is celebrating its sixth anniversary. There will be live music at 1 p.m. Saturday at 1496 Old Hot Springs Road

Jeff and Paul Young founded Shoe Tree Brewing in 2017. Shoe Tree expanded its operations to Minden in 2021.

“The brewery has become a prominent figure in the craft beer industry, earning a stellar reputation for its commitment to innovation, consistency, and outstanding craftsmanship,” the company said in a news release. “Notably, Shoe Tree Brewing has also been the recipient of numerous awards and accolades. Their brews have impressed both industry experts and beer competitions alike, solidifying their position as a force to be reckoned with.”

Their list of awards includes:

• Five Great American Beer Festival medals – the GABF is consistently the world's largest beer competition.

• Nine medals at the New York International Beer Competition; named Nevada's brewery of the year there in 2021.

• 16 at the U.S. Open Beer Championship and was named the second-best brewery in the country in 2022.

Most recently, Shoe Tree won a bronze at the world's most prestigious beer competition - World Beer Cup.

Shoe Tree also has won dozens of awards from other smaller competitions and the Best of Carson City.

“One of the defining aspects of Shoe Tree Brewing's success has been its community involvement,” the company release said. “They started what they call a Helping Handle, where they raise money for local charities, families, and community programs. Their latest Helping Handle will be released at their anniversary party. ’Mr. Whitmore,’ a Hazy DIPA, will raise money for CVMS culinary program and hopes to aid them in the purchase of much-needed new equipment.

“As Shoe Tree Brewing celebrates its sixth anniversary, it looks back on its journey with gratitude and forward with excitement,” the release continued. “The brewery looks to double down its commitment to quality, innovative brewing, and community engagement as they continue.”