Posted on Jun 30, 2023
Kansas City’s newest brewery isn’t just the first in Missouri owned by African Americans, it's...
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From their new spot on the south end of the Historic 18th and Vine district, Vine Street Brewing Company’s owners want to create an inclusive, multicultural atmosphere with artwork, community service, music and — of course — beer.
Kemet Coleman admits he wasn't keen on the taste of beer, or the culture around its consumption, when he became a guest services representative for Boulevard Brewing Company in 2013.
“I tried maybe a Boulevard Wheat or something,” Coleman said. “I really didn't know the difference between any of the styles, or what was possible with beer.”
Coleman remembered liking the beer, but the real inspiration to jump into the industry came when he realized the historical connection between Black culture and brewing beer.
Kemet Coleman admits he wasn't keen on the taste of beer, or the culture around its consumption, when he became a guest services representative for Boulevard Brewing Company in 2013.
“I tried maybe a Boulevard Wheat or something,” Coleman said. “I really didn't know the difference between any of the styles, or what was possible with beer.”
Coleman remembered liking the beer, but the real inspiration to jump into the industry came when he realized the historical connection between Black culture and brewing beer.
Kansas City’s newest brewery isn’t just the first in Missouri owned by African Americans, it's...
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
..."The brewery is housed in a 150-year-old structure that was the city’s first public works building. The limestone structure had been neglected for decades and was covered in graffiti — a piece of the building’s history that the brewery owners opted to keep. The original arched windows let plenty of light into the brewery’s two taprooms and an outdoor beer garden offers outdoor seating that runs adjacent to almost two acres of green space.
Although the brewery will not be serving food — at least not yet — the refurbished building has other tenants, including The Spot, a cafe and grocery store run by chef Shanita McAfee-Bryant.
In everything they do, there’s one constant you can expect from the team at Vine Street: “Our brewery is designed to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Kansas City and uplift the voices of our community," Coleman said. "Our space is designed to bring together people of different backgrounds and experiences, fostering a sense of community and belonging.”"
..."The brewery is housed in a 150-year-old structure that was the city’s first public works building. The limestone structure had been neglected for decades and was covered in graffiti — a piece of the building’s history that the brewery owners opted to keep. The original arched windows let plenty of light into the brewery’s two taprooms and an outdoor beer garden offers outdoor seating that runs adjacent to almost two acres of green space.
Although the brewery will not be serving food — at least not yet — the refurbished building has other tenants, including The Spot, a cafe and grocery store run by chef Shanita McAfee-Bryant.
In everything they do, there’s one constant you can expect from the team at Vine Street: “Our brewery is designed to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Kansas City and uplift the voices of our community," Coleman said. "Our space is designed to bring together people of different backgrounds and experiences, fostering a sense of community and belonging.”"
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