The Oldest Bar In Missouri Has A Fascinating History

Missouri has a rich brewing history that dates back nearly 200 years. Tucked away in the small Missouri town of Weston is the oldest bar in the state. However, when you arrive on the property of the Weston Brewing Company, you won't see this 175 year old bar right away. Like its unique location, the history behind this old bar is equally as interesting.

In 1842, John Georgian founded what is today known as the Weston Brewing Company. Many breweries operated along the river banks throughout Missouri utilizing natural cave formations and ice from the rivers to create ideal brewing and storage conditions.

The Weston Brewing Company dug huge cellars almost 60 feet underground for storing their huge barrels of beer.

The brewery operated on and off for decades until prohibition finally forced the facilities to close. After the 21st Amendment was passed and prohibition was repealed the brewery changed hands a few times but most of the owners had little success.

Luckily, current owners Michael Coakley and Corey Weinfurt couldn't let this historically important brewery close. Best of all, they decided to maintain the pub that operated out of the brewery's cellars.

O'Malley's Pub an authentic Irish pub in one of the most unique settings! It's not often that you get to enjoy a pint underground.

You can also find amazing Irish performers here performing live each weekend. Grab a pub table and flight for a great night.

While you're here be sure to try all the brews that are made in-house from the Weston Brewing Company. You can always get a Guinness on tap so branch out and try something new.

There truly isn't a bar anywhere in the state like O'Malley's Pub. Somehow, beer just tastes better in the cellar!

Find this 175 year old bar at 500 Welt St., Weston. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.

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