This week 1st Republic Brewing Company opened a homebrew store in Essex Junction, VT. The opening is part of a two phase opening. First phase is to open the homebew shop and offer great homebrewing supplies and equipment to brewers in Vermont and the surrounding area. The homebrew shop has both a retail section and a great online section, including local products. The second phase which will be complete in April is the opening of the tap room / brewery at 39 River Rd in Essex Junction, VT. 1st Republic Brewing Company will expand to a 3.5 BBL system. Stay tuned for more updates!