Meanwhile Brewing Company

What Meanwhile Brewing Company does

Meanwhile Brewing Company operates a craft brewery and integrated hospitality venue at 3901 Promontory Point Dr in South Austin, Texas, producing over 20 rotating beers on a 3-vessel, 15-barrel brewhouse. The brewery's portfolio spans lagers, hazy IPAs, West Coast IPAs, sours, and stouts, complemented by a fuller on-site beverage program that includes wines, ciders, low-proof and frozen cocktails, and a coffee program sourced from Superthing and Greater Goods roasters. Product quality is externally validated by a 2022 World Beer Cup Gold for Munich-Style Helles, a 2024 International Beer Awards Gold, and additional Silver and Bronze medals across 2021–2025.

Name

Meanwhile Brewing Company

Legal name

Meanwhile Brewing Company LLC

Website

https://meanwhilebeer.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Meanwhile Brewing Company is a South Austin craft brewery operating a 15bbl brewhouse and integrated taproom with rotating food trucks, sports leagues, event rentals, and direct-to-consumer beer-to-go sales for the Austin community.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Craft Brewery & Taproom

NAICS

Breweries (312120), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224)

SIC

Malt Beverages (2082), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Brewpubs & Taprooms (On-site Beer Service) (THAFALAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Microbreweries & Craft Breweries (THAFALAC)

Keywords

• Craft brewery
• Taproom services
• Craft beer production
• Brewery events
• Recreational sports leagues

Headquarters

HQ city

Austin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Taproom Beer Sales: Direct sales of beer for on-site consumption at the taproom. Offers over 20 rotating beers, wines, ciders, and cocktails. Beer prices range from $6-8 for most drafts.
2. Beer-to-Go: Online store selling packaged beer for off-site consumption through Shopify platform.
3. Event Space Rentals: Revenue from table rentals ($50 per table for groups of 8-30), private event spaces (groups of 40+), field rentals ($55/hour soccer, $25/hour volleyball), and sports league registrations.
4. Sports League Fees: Fees for participating in volleyball and soccer leagues (6-week seasons with $200 championship prize). 15% discount at bar for league participants wearing their Meanwhile League shirt.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Meanwhile Brewing Company operates a 3-vessel, 15bbl craft brewery and full-service taproom in South Austin, Texas, producing over 20 rotating craft beers (lagers, IPAs, sours, stouts) and offering on-site beer, wine, cider, coffee, and cocktails paired with five rotating food trucks. Beyond the taproom, the company generates revenue through beer-to-go online sales, private event rentals, and organized recreational sports leagues (volleyball and soccer) on its on-site field and court.

Product overview

Meanwhile Brewing Company is a 3-vessel, 15bbl craft brewery and taproom in South Austin, Texas. The core offering consists of over 20 rotating craft beers produced on-site, complemented by a full hospitality program centered on the taproom. The taproom integrates food trucks, a coffee program, outdoor recreational facilities (soccer field, volleyball court, playground), and an outdoor stage for live entertainment. Additional revenue streams include sports leagues, private event rentals, and e-commerce for beer to-go. The product portfolio connects through a unified brand experience spanning brewing, hospitality, recreation, and community events.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Craft Beer (Meanwhile Beer)

Quantifiable outcome

• World Beer Cup Gold Medal - Munich-Style Helles 2022
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Hércules BrewingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration brew for Hero's Journey Mexican Amber Lager. Partnership between two Austin-area breweries for joint beer release.
• Cosmic Coffee + BeerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on Cosmic Echoes Hazy IPA. Joint development of collaborative hazy IPA.
• Uptown Sports ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on Custom Lager American Premium Lager. Sports-themed beer collaboration.
• Texas Living WatersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on Take Me To The River Hazy Pale Ale. Environmental/water conservation themed collaboration.
• Superthing Coffee RoastersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoffee supplier for espresso and drip coffee program. Custom Meanwhile Blend provided for espresso drinks.
• Greater Goods Coffee RoastersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCold brew supplier for taproom coffee menu.
• Mill-King DairyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal dairy supplier for milk in coffee drinks (latte, iced latte, etc.).
• Pueblo ViejocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site food truck partner serving Mexican food (breakfast tacos, street tacos, gorditas). Open Mon-Thu 8AM-10PM, Fri 8AM-11PM, Sat 9AM-11PM, Sun 9AM-8PM.
• Side Eye PiecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site food truck serving wood-fired pizza with organic sauces, house-grated cheese, and organic meats. Open Mon-Wed 12PM-9PM, Thu-Fri 12PM-10PM, Sat 11AM-10PM, Sun 11AM-8PM.
• Distant RelativescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site food truck inspired by African diaspora cuisine using pecan and mixed hardwood smoke. Open Wed-Sun at 12PM.
• SongbirdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site food truck serving fried chicken sandwiches, smash burgers, and loaded fries. Open Wed-Thu 4PM-9PM, Fri 11AM-9PM, Sat 10AM-9PM, Sun 10AM-8PM.
• BésamecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site food truck serving chef-driven ice cream made fresh daily. Open Mon-Fri 4PM-9PM, Sat-Sun 12PM-9PM.
• Casa MarianellaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit partner for sock drive benefiting Casa Marianella, an organization supporting immigrants and refugees. Also partnered for Pool Party collaboration beer with 9 East Side breweries.
• AFROFminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit partner for community events. Hosted Beyond the Call annual benefit concert and fundraiser. Also collaborated on Good Days & Great Days summer ale.
• Austin Firefighters Relief & Outreach FundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration brews supporting the nonprofit: Ridin' Heavy Summer Shandy and Reardon's Red Irish Red Ale.
• Pink Boots SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual collaboration brew celebrating women and non-binary individuals in craft beer. Previous collaborations: Poise & Rationality Yuzu Ginger Blonde and Open Arms Fruited Hefeweizen.
• Inside Books ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBook donation drive partner for summer book swap program. Books donated directly to incarcerated Texans through Inside Books Project.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Pinthouse Brewing: Pinthouse operates brewpub locations in Austin that pair house-brewed beer with a full food program. Comparable in combining production brewing with a destination food-and-drink venue, and competes for similar Austin on-premise occasions.
• Zilker Brewing Company: Zilker Brewing is an Austin craft brewery producing a rotating lineup of beers available on-premise and through local distribution. Direct competitor for Austin taproom traffic and shelf space with overlapping style coverage.
• Live Oak Brewing Company: Live Oak is an Austin-based craft brewer with an on-premise beer garden and regional distribution. Comparable in production style range and Austin taproom presence; one of the more established local competitors.
• Jester King Brewery: Jester King is an Austin-area craft brewery and kitchen/restaurant that, like Meanwhile, combines on-site brewing with a destination hospitality experience, food program, and outdoor grounds. Both compete for Austin craft consumers seeking a full-venue experience rather than just a beer.
• Austin Beerworks: Austin Beerworks is a long-established Austin craft brewery with a taproom and broader Central Texas distribution. Direct competitor on both taproom traffic and wholesale shelf placement in the same metro.
• Independence Brewing Co: Independence Brewing is an Austin craft brewery with a taproom and wholesale distribution across Texas. Comparable scale and product mix, and direct overlap on the Austin on-premise and off-premise occasions Meanwhile targets.
• Lazarus Brewing Co: Lazarus Brewing is an Austin craft brewery and taproom with a similarly strong community, nonprofit, and live music focus. Both target the family- and community-oriented Austin craft drinker and operate at comparable scale with taproom-forward models.
• Blue Owl Brewing: Blue Owl is an Austin craft brewery with a taproom, known for sour/mixed-fermentation beers. Competes for the same Austin craft on-premise occasions and overlaps in wholesale distribution through local bars and restaurants.

Broad incumbents

• Saint Arnold Brewing Company: Saint Arnold is one of Texas's largest and longest-established craft breweries with a Houston taproom and broad Texas distribution. Competes with Meanwhile for off-premise retail placement and on-premise draft accounts across the state.
• Real Ale Brewing Company: Real Ale is a larger Texas craft brewery (Blanco, TX) with broader statewide distribution. Comparable craft beer production but at meaningfully larger scale; competes with Meanwhile for Texas shelf space and on-premise placements.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/meanwhilebeer
• Facebookfacebook.com/meanwhilebeer
• Instagraminstagram.com/meanwhilebeer/?hl=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/meanwhile-brewing-co.

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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