Rahr to begin brewing select brands at Lakewood

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Bringing together two of the area's stalwart brands, Rahr Brewing Co. of Fort Worth and Lakewood Brewing Co. of Garland have announced a new contract brewing partnership that will expand production capacity for select Rahr brands.

Since closing its own longtime Fort Worth facility in May 2025, Rahr has been seeking additional brewing capacity to help meet increasing Dallas demand. According to a press release, Lakewood will now produce certain Rahr brands at its Garland facility, while Rahr will continue brewing beer in Fort Worth. As a result of this new partnership, Rahr beers will be served on tap at the Lakewood Taproom.

“This partnership is built on friendship, mutual respect, and a shared belief in the future of Texas craft beer,” says Fritz Rahr, founder of Rahr Brewing. “Together, we can continue to innovate while honoring the traditions that have made both of our breweries successful.”

Lakewood founder Wim Bens added, “Rahr Brewing has long been a cornerstone of the North Texas brewing community. We are excited to produce some of their brands here at our brewery.”

The partnership will allow both breweries to leverage their strengths while maintaining the unique identities and brands that customers have come to know and love. Going forward, consumers can expect collaborative brewing projects, special releases, community events, and initiatives that celebrate the vibrant culture of North Texas craft beer.