Brewery Construction Continues

XIX Brewery Co., situated at 113 W. Main St. in Vermillion, is eagerly anticipating its grand opening in late October or early November, following a construction phase that started last April. This pioneering venture, brought to life by USD alumni Katey Ulrich and Ed Gerrish, is notable for its thoughtful construction process, especially the crafting […]

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USD Alumni to Open New Brewery

A new brewery, XIX Brewing Co., plans to open on Main Street this year using the current Fullerton Lumber Co. building. XIX Brewing was developed by USD Alumi Katey Ulrich and Ed Gerrish.  Ulrich met Gerrish through his wife, Leslie. Because of Gerrish’s experience with brewing beer, Ulrich decided to invite Gerrish to the project. […]

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Professor brews graphic design in the classroom and the taproom

Academics and alcohol may not always be the best brew, but in professor Mitch Torbert’s case, it is a match made in the taproom. Torbert is a professor of graphic design and is the graphic designer for the Sioux Falls native, Fernson Brewing Company.  After earning his bachelor’s degree in printmaking at South Dakota State […]

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