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Iowa Craft Beer Tent Revolution | Des Moines News
What began as a simple dream to bring Iowa craft beer to the State Fair in 2011 has exploded into a cultural phenomenon. From 36 taps to over 250 beverages on 119 taps, the Iowa Craft Beer Tent didn’t just change drinking culture at the fair—it reshaped how Iowans view craft beer. After 14 years of persistence, founder Scott Carlson teamed up with Steve Linn to turn a vacant tent into a statewide brewery showcase. The tent’s success fueled Iowa’s brewing boom, growing from 27 to 150 breweries and proving that great local beer doesn’t need to be loud to win big. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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