Griffin Claw Brewing Company

Microbrewery in Birmingham, Michigan, United States 🇺🇸
Associated with 2 Venues

Established in 2013

Contact
575 S Eton St, Birmingham, MI, 48009, United States
Subsidiaries
Griffin Claw Brewing Company owns 1 brewery:
Description
Griffin Claw Brewing Company’s official opening day may be July 18th, 2013 but it all started when Dan Rogers began working his magic at Big Rock Chophouse in Birmingham, MI. Dan had been brewing since 1991 and eventually found his way to Big Rock in 2004, this is the unofficial start of Griffin Claw. Dan continued hammering out amazing beers in the small confines of Big Rock and the Michigan beer community started taking notice. It wasn’t until 2010 that his name and beers received a lot more attention. 2010 was a big year, winning two World Beer Cup medals for Norm’s Raggedy Ass and Bonnie’s Raggedy Ass.

Griffin Claw’s culture is that of growth. Our path to get where we are has been a quick one but it’s because of our people. We are centered around young, hungry, active beer enthusiasts – with a foundation of grizzled vets. Our love for this Great Beer State is increased as the days go on and we love the industry that we’re in.

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7/10 Appearance 7 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 7 Overall 7
REVIEW UPDATE: I didn’t realize when I bought this that I had rated it six months ago. The label has changed slightly. Now described as “Premium Light Lager” where it was previously “Crisp & Refreshing. Super Premium”.

The brewer description and SKU are the same, so it’s the same beer. However, my rating has changed. Maybe they tweaked the recipe. . . or maybe (probably) it’s just me, but I enjoyed today’s beer much more than my first one.
Tried from Can from Horrocks Farm Market on 25 May 2026 at 20:10

7/10 Appearance 7 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 7 Overall 7
Tried from Can from Horrocks Farm Market on 07 May 2026 at 00:08

3.8/10 Appearance 4 Aroma 3 Flavor 4 Texture 5 Overall 3.5
Can shared by Danne N, thanks.
A totally spice dominted aroma and taste .
This is not my kind of beer.
Tried from Can on 21 Apr 2026 at 19:19

6.5/10 Appearance 8 Aroma 7 Flavor 6 Texture 6 Overall 6
Uklar oransjebrun med flott hvitt skum. Lukter malt, sitrus. Smaker søte frukter. Fersken og marmelade.
Tried from Can on 08 Apr 2026 at 20:00

6/10 Appearance 6 Aroma 6 Flavor 6 Texture 6 Overall 6
Tried from Can from Horrocks Farm Market on 25 Mar 2026 at 00:48

6.4/10 Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 6 Texture 6 Overall 6.5
Can from Systembolaget. This didn't really excite in any way with the abv coming across as a bit uncessary. Decent enough.
Tried from Can on 23 Mar 2026 at 21:40

7.6/10 Appearance 8 Aroma 7.5 Flavor 7.5 Texture 8 Overall 7.5
Rate 3.6, drinking this can yesterday, during the Halloween party with our children at Epalinges. Classical and average pumpkin ale, malty, mineral, dry, a bit smooth, fruity, pumpkin, cinnamon, a bit light and watery, classical bitterness, 02.11.24
Tried from Can on 18 Mar 2026 at 22:19

6.8/10 Appearance 6 Aroma 7 Flavor 7 Texture 7 Overall 6.5
Tried from Can from Horrocks Farm Market on 16 Feb 2026 at 23:48

8.3/10 Appearance 8 Aroma 8.5 Flavor 8 Texture 9 Overall 8
A: dark brown coloured body | rich light brown head
A: raspberries | vanilla | light grain
F: oatmeal | nuts | toffee
T: creamy | light brewed coffee | icing sugar at finish
O: rich throughout | great sugars | hidden alcohol - very nice, especially considering I'm Polish!

16 oz can | Meijer (grocery): Livonia, Michigan | 28-December-2028 | US$9,99/ four pack | canned: 24--November-2025 | sampled:17-January-2026
Tried from Can from Meijer - Northville on 17 Jan 2026 at 16:56

8.3/10 Appearance 8 Aroma 8.5 Flavor 8 Texture 9 Overall 8
A: dark brown coloured body | rich light brown head
A: vanilla | icing sugar | roasted grains
F: oatmeal | custard | deep brewed coffee
T: toffee | milk chocolate | maple syrup on end
O: rich throughout | great roasty malts | sweet (in a great way!)

16 oz can | Meijer (grocery): Livonia, Michigan | 28-December-2028 | US$11,99/ four pack | canned: 05-October-2025 | sampled: 16-January-2026
Tried from Can from Meijer - Northville on 17 Jan 2026 at 01:07