Strange Colt Brewery, a 5-year-old craft brewpub known for its unique beer recipes, announced on Monday that it will close in two weeks.
- Owner and brewmaster Dr. Tom Streeter said in a Facebook video post “it’s time for me to move on to the next chapter of my life.”
“Maybe there’s another person out there who wants to take this Brewery to the next level,” Streeter said. “We can teach the right person and they will have the opportunity to own or rent the space from me.”
Strange Colt opened 5 years ago in Niceville with a focus on distinctive craft beers like the mango-habanero IPA Crazy Horse. Dr. Streeter, an optometrist in Niceville, called the brewery a “fun little ride” but said running it full time is “no longer sustainable.”
“I think this project has been going on for five years and for me at the helm, it’s no longer sustainable,” he said. “Appreciative of all you guys have done to support me and the pub and it’s been a fun little ride but I’m going to step down.”
Streeter encouraged anyone interested in taking over the brewery to contact him soon. Otherwise, he thanked customers for their years of support.
“That being said, there’s a great opportunity for somebody to take that brewery to the next level to pick up the baton and we could certainly teach the right person if you’re interested,” he said. “Let me know soon. Otherwise, I wish you all the best. Thank you.”
The brewpub’s last day open (tentatively) will be September 30.
