05/28/2026
As we continue to strengthen the local economy here in Northwest Arkansas, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on some of our incredible local partners! Stay tuned as we highlight the people and businesses that make our community so special. 🎉
Today is local partner, Fossil Cove Brewery! ✨🍻
Fossil Cove Brewery was established in 2012, 14 years ago! At that time, there were only a handful of breweries operating in the entire state of Arkansas, compared to the 50+ now. Fossil Cove was the first production brewery in Fayetteville.
Ben started making home-brewing while attending college. After graduating he worked at some small breweries in Colorado and then attended the Master Brewers Certificate Program at University of California Davis before opening Fossil Cove in 2012.
Fossil Cove is named after a cove on Beaver Lake where Ben enjoyed spending time. The lake supplies the water to NWA, including the water used to brew their beer. They make it a point to use local artists in all their work including their colorful dinosaur cans. They support a lot of local businesses and community events. They also organize the ever popular, Frost Fest event each year. You can definitely tell they love NWA! And we love them!
Their Session IPA is one of our favorites and it is perfect for summer! Bursting with citrus, stone fruit, pine and tropical hop notes, the Session is suited for whatever adventure lies ahead. 🍻
📸 : Fossil Cove Brewery
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