The Great Giant Pumpkin

For what it is worth, I had mentioned I believe in my first post that Jolly Pumpkin brewery in Dexter had plans to expand. Well, the cat is out of the bag, or perhaps pumpkin. Founder Ron Jefferies has been named president of Northen United Brewing Company (NUBC), a company that also includes Grizzly Peak, North Peak, Blue Tractor and Bastone. With the creation of NUBC, plans are in the works for the creation of three new tasting rooms / cafes in Ann Arbor, Dexter and Traverse City. Rather than selling and consuming their products on site, these establishments will focus on selling the products of the NUBC. In addition to that, Traverse City will see a 10,000BBL facility where Jolly Pumpkin will expand upon their tasty treats. $6 million has been invested in these ventures, complete with Michigan tax credits and the promise of more than 150 jobs over five years.