Montmorency Cherry Cider Returns!

Popular Montmorency Cherry Cider Returns Rochester’s popular Montmorency Cherry Cider returns just in time for Spring! This delicious apple and cherry cider, fermented with Montmorency cherries, is a perfectly balanced blend of sweet and tart. You’ll want to come by our Parkville or Crossroads taprooms soon because this always goes fast! A Balanced Blend A popular … Read more

DDH Hazy IPA XII now flowing

New Beer Alert: DDH Hazy IPA XII Our twelfth iteration in our double dry hopped series, DDH Hazy IPA XII features El Dorado hops plus an experimental hop called HS17701. The finished product showcases prominent citrus zest aromas, and the flavor is surprisingly sweet with notes of candied mandarin oranges and an enjoyable dry finish. … Read more

Spring Seasonal Menu Announced

Spring Seasonal Menu With warm weather just around the corner, Rochester’s Spring Seasonal Menu has popped up just like a field of daffodils! Some old favorites have returned as well as innovative options conceived and crafted by our talented baristas. We hope you find your own personal favorite! Spring Specialty Drinks FLYING IRISHMAN LATTE: Irish Cream … Read more

New Apricot Cider

New Apricot Cider on Tap Just in time for spring, our new Apricot Cider is on tap at both locations. With a 7.2% ABV, this refreshing cider balances the sweetness of apricots with tangy cider. It’s fermented with Kviek yeast for a gentle, bubbly fizz which makes this semi sweet cider an easy drinker with … Read more

New Beer Alert: Irish Red Ale

New Irish Red Ale at Rochester This classic Irish Red Ale features a slight caramel aroma and light toasted biscuit flavor. It’s a well-balanced easy drinking pint best enjoyed celebrating with friends. This Emerald Isle favorite also pairs well with Rochester’s returning Reuben sandwich and brand new corned beef hash burrito. History Rochester’s new Irish … Read more

New Beer Alert: Nitro Orange Creamsicle IPA

New Beer Alert: Nitro Orange Creamsicle IPA We just tapped Nitro Orange Creamsicle IPA at Rochester’s Crossroads Brewery. This New England style IPA is loaded with pureed oranges, Madagascar Vanilla Bean and sweet milk sugar. With a sweet, orange forward flavor and a smooth mouthfeel, this beer reminds you of a melted popsicle. The nitro-infused … Read more

KC Sea Shanty Choir at Rochester March 10

Upcoming Rochester Events If you’re looking for things to do in Kansas City, Rochester Brewing and Roasting has you covered! In addition to live music on the first and third Wednesdays, we also host Tuesday Trivia and special events. This week, the KC Sea Shanty Choir is holding it’s first sing-along at Rochester. The sing-along … Read more

Live Music at Rochester

Did you know Rochester’s Crossroads location hosts local musicians on the first and third Wednesdays of each month? Musicians play from 6-8 p.m. in the back room of our Crossroads taproom. We have been hosting live music at Rochester since last summer, with plans to expand our music calendar in the months ahead. First Wednesday: … Read more

New Beer Releases for February 2023

Lots of New Beer Releases at Rochester Brewing and Roasting Our head brewer, David Bulcock, has been very busy these past few months, and we have tapped new beers almost daily. Here’s a list of new beer releases: Atlas West Coast IPA: This west coast style IPA, brewed with Altus, Columbus and Chinook hops, features … Read more

Red Wine Barrel Aged Black Currant Saison on Tap

New Beer Alert: Red Wine Barrel Aged Black Currant Saison Rochester’s Red Wine Barrel Aged Black Currant Saison bursts with black currant flavors, softened by aging in a red wine barrel from Bogle Vineyards. This complex beer features prominent oak and dark fruit flavors that pair well with the earthiness and sweetness of the saison … Read more