Why We Love Brookston:

Founded in 1853, the Town of Brookston is located in White County in northwest Indiana. Brookston is a small community and has a “hometown” feel. We are located at the intersection of State Road 18 and State Road 43. Surrounding counties include Tippecanoe, Benton, Jasper, Pulaski, Cass, and Carroll.

As residents of White County and owners of a small, family-owned business, we are proud to house our business in Brookston. We also mainly employ White and Carroll County residents, many of whom live right here in Brookston.

Brookston is home to several unique family-owned businesses (not franchises). The businesses we feature below are not just fellow business owners, they are friends. They support us and we support them. When you visit these one-of-a-kind businesses you will most likely find the business owners behind the counter ready to serve you. You may walk in the door as a customer, but you will leave a friend. So, if you are looking for a break from the rat race and need some adult-friendly fun, make the short drive over to Brookston!

• Jackson Street Pub – 121 W 3^rd St, 18 years and older - Full bar, and restaurant – They have fresh Crasian beers on tap - Jackson Street Pub is housed in a historic building that has been beautifully restored by owners Brian and Teresa. They have a great staff ready and wonderful atmosphere.
• B Boutique – 109 W 3^rd St. – All ages - They carry women’s fashion, shoes, scarves, jewelry, and handbags. Owner, Becky Lehe, and her staff are on hand to help you find the perfect gift or outfit for yourself.
• Top Notch – 113 E 3^rd St – 21 years and older – Full bar and restaurant – They carry packaged Crasian beers - A Brookston icon! The Top Notch has been in downtown Brookston for several decades. The space has been recently updated and owners, Dustin & Rebecca, and their staff are keeping this icon on the map.
• Wanderlust Coffee Roasters – 301 S. Prairie (State Road 43) – All ages – Artisan coffee roaster - Brand new in 2023 and located in another one of Brookston’s historic buildings. Walter is ready to bring you some of the freshest and most delicious coffee around.
• Ivy & Violetts – 116 W. 3^rd St – All ages – Full-service florist offering fresh flowers, plants, and more. Sandy has a beautiful boutique flower shop full of flowers, plants, and gifts.
• Two Guys Catering & Bakery – 106 E 3^rd St – All ages – Bakery, eatery, and gift shop. Randy and Chad make some of the most mouth-watering donuts, cookies, and pastries around. They also have breakfast and lunch as well as carry-out dinners each Friday.
• Brookston Antiques – 200 E. 3^rd St – All Ages - Laura is always finding new treasures to fill the store with. Stacked to the rafters with antiques, collectibles, furniture, lost treasures, rare finds, and more. She is also an estate sale professional and her husband, Jerry, offer vintage watch and clock repair.

Pickleball & Shuffleboard Courts – ***Now Open! (right across the street from us on South Street & State Road 18, next to the town hall)

Apple Popcorn Festival – Founded in 1978, this festival celebrates the local harvest, rich with apples and popcorn. It takes place on the third Saturday in September – rain or shine. The center stage is brimming with activities, including contests, entertainment, and music. There are craft booths, food vendors, and yard sales galore.

Building History – Thanks to our knowledgeable local customers we have been blessed with a little history of our building Originally built in 1867, it was home to Bordner Lumber Co. The Bordner family owned the lumber company for 90 years. Then for a short time, it was an auction house. The building survived a few fires, which you can still see along the West wall of our tasting room. In the mid 70’s it became home to Johnson Machine Shop & Wrecker Service. Mr. Johnson served 57 years as part of the Brookston Prairie Township Fire Department and was a pillar of the community. Mr. Johnson retired in 2009 and the space soon became a hardware store. It started out as Brookston Hardware & Paint and was owned by Mr. Cain and eventually became Corner Hardware owned by Tedd Riley. On December 26, 2022, it became Crasian Brewing Company. We are told there was also a small CB radio shop and Lowry’s Barber Shop at some point up front where our walk-in cooler is now housed.