USA, NB: Ashland Brewing Company to officially open on June 19

A new brewery in Ashland is opening its doors this week, and it is aiming to become more than just a place to grab a drink, KOLN reported on June 18.

Ashland Brewing Company, also known as ABC, officially opens June 19. The brewery is launching with four original beers, but its vision extends far beyond the taps. The family-friendly space includes both indoor and outdoor pickleball courts, multiple cornhole sets, two full bars, a banquet room, a deck and a patio. An elevator makes the second flood accessible.

While they are beginning with a limited food menu, a full menu is coming soon.

Tim and Ashley Uryasz, owners of ABC, have deep ties to Ashland. They previously ran a restaurant downtown that burned down on Christmas Day in 2009. But the town has remained a meaningful place for the family.

“We are most proud of what we have built here, not just in terms of a building, but what we are building in terms of a legacy,” Ashly Uryasz said. “A place for people to gather and make memories together for generations to come.”

For Tim Uryasz, the project is about honoring family history and community roots.

“We are most proud of the partners that helped us bring Ashland Brewing Company to where it is today,” Tim said.

Some of the design details, like the furniture patterns, pay tribute to Tim’s childhood visits to his great-grandfather’s cabin nearby.

Kelsey Lane, the front-of-house manager, said the goal is to go beyond service and create a welcoming atmosphere that reflects Ashland’s community spirit.

“Service is a transaction, but hospitality is an experience,” Lane said. “Here at ABC, we’re all about the experience and how we make you feel. That sense of welcome that’s felt throughout the city of Ashland is absolutely a testament, and a home, here at ABC.”

Lane added that the support she has received since taking on her role has been overwhelming in the best way.

“It is a beautiful reflection of what ABC stands for and the community that supports it,” Lane said.