Spring House Brewing Announces Permanent Closure In Lancaster, PA

Spring House Brewing Closure Marks the End of an Era in Lancaster, PA

Spring House Brewing Company is officially closing its doors in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, bringing an end to a 20-year run that began in a small tobacco barn in Conestoga and eventually grew into one of the area’s recognizable independent craft breweries. Matt and Greg Keasey have announced the difficult decision to permanently close Spring House Brewing, with the brewery’s final closing scheduled for November 15, 2026, at 8 p.m. That’s a tough one for local beer drinkers, particularly anyone who has followed the brewery from its early days through its growth in Lancaster.

Twenty years is a long time in the craft beer business. Spring House Brewing was part of a generation of independent breweries that built their identities around experimentation, community, taproom experiences and beers that didn’t always follow the usual playbook. The business grew from Matt’s original tobacco barn into a taproom on West King Street and eventually a brewery on Hazel Street, creating a local following along the way. It wasn’t just about making another IPA or stout, either. It was about building a place where people could meet, try something different and become part of the brewery’s story.

There is something especially difficult about seeing an independent brewery close after two decades, because these businesses become tied to the communities around them in ways that go well beyond the beer itself. Spring House Brewing’s announcement makes that pretty clear, with Matt and Greg Keasey thanking the customers, friends and supporters who helped turn their original idea into a lasting business. The brewery’s owners also confirmed that The Coffin Bar is expected to continue operating, giving customers an opportunity to stay connected and enjoy a beer or cocktail even after the brewery itself closes. One chapter ends. Not everything does.

For Lancaster craft beer fans, November 15 marks the final opportunity to visit Spring House Brewing before the doors close at 8 p.m. The announcement is a reminder of how much independent breweries contribute to their local communities, and how difficult it can be to say goodbye to a business that has spent 20 years building friendships, making beer and creating memories. Here is the full closing announcement from Matt and Greg Keasey.

Final Closing: 11/15/2026 at 8pm!

Twenty Years. Countless Memories. One Incredible Community.

After 20 years, Matt and I have made the difficult decision to close Spring House Brewing Co.

What started in Matt’s small tobacco barn in Conestoga, Pennsylvania, grew into our taproom on West King Street and eventually our brewery on Hazel Street. Along the way, we made a lot of great beer, took chances, made memories, built friendships, and became part of a community that has supported us year after year.

It’s difficult to put into words what this brewery has meant to us. We will miss the creativity, the camaraderie, the people, and especially the incredible community that welcomed us, supported us, celebrated with us, and helped make Spring House what it became.

To everyone who has walked through our doors, raised a glass, shared a beer, supported our crazy ideas, or simply spread the word over these past two decades: Thank you. Truly. We couldn’t have done it without you.

While we’re closing this chapter, we’re not saying goodbye to everything. We plan to keep The Coffin Bar going, and we hope you’ll continue to join us there for a beer, a cocktail, and good company.

Twenty years is quite a run. We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve built and even more grateful for the people we’ve met along the way.

With gratitude,

Matt & Greg Keasey

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Spring House Brewing Company has been part of our Pennsylvania craft beer coverage for years, including our original WILK Friday BeerBuzz – Spring House Robot Surf Factory with Matt Keasey, which featured the brewery and its creative approach to craft beer. You can also revisit our MyBeerBuzz WILK Friday BeerBuzz Radio Archive for years of Pennsylvania craft beer conversations, brewery interviews and independent brewing coverage. Spring House leaves behind a long history of experimental beers, community connections and memorable releases that deserve to be remembered.

About Spring House Brewing Company – Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Spring House Brewing Company was an independent craft brewery based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with a history that began in the rural community of Conestoga and eventually grew into a recognizable name in the Lancaster County craft beer scene. Founded by Matt Keasey and built with the involvement of his brother Greg Keasey, Spring House developed a reputation for creative brewing, unusual beer concepts, community involvement and a willingness to experiment with ingredients and styles that weren’t always part of the traditional brewing playbook.

What started as a relatively small operation in a converted tobacco barn became a much larger business, eventually establishing a brewery and taproom in Lancaster City. Over the years, Spring House Brewing Company became known not only for its beers but also for its commitment to connecting local artists, businesses, charitable organizations and craft beer enthusiasts.

From a Conestoga tobacco barn to Lancaster

The Spring House Brewing story began in Conestoga, Pennsylvania, where Matt Keasey started producing beer in a small converted barn. What initially attracted a relatively small group of local beer enthusiasts eventually developed into something considerably larger as word spread about the brewery’s creative beers and distinctive approach.

The original barn operation became a destination for customers looking to purchase fresh beer and fill growlers directly from the brewery. As interest increased, the business needed additional space and a better way to accommodate its growing customer base.

Spring House eventually expanded into downtown Lancaster with a taproom on West King Street. That location helped introduce the brewery to a much larger audience and gave customers a place to enjoy its beers, meet friends and experience the growing Lancaster craft beer community.

The next major step came in 2015, when Spring House moved its brewing operations into a restored warehouse at 209 Hazel Street in Lancaster. The facility became the brewery’s production home and provided space for a larger operation, food service and a more extensive customer experience.

Creative beers and experimental brewing

One of the defining characteristics of Spring House Brewing Company was its willingness to experiment.

The brewery developed a reputation for producing beers that went beyond traditional pale ales and lagers, with a portfolio that included creative stouts, unusual IPAs, seasonal releases, fruit beers and specialty recipes.

Some of its recognizable offerings included Big Gruesome, a chocolate peanut butter stout, Seven Gates Pale Ale, Lexicon Devil and Astounding She-Monster. These beers helped establish Spring House as a brewery that wasn’t afraid to take chances with flavor combinations and unusual concepts.

Big Gruesome became particularly recognizable among fans of dessert-inspired stouts, combining chocolate and peanut butter characteristics in a substantial dark beer. Astounding She-Monster demonstrated the brewery’s willingness to experiment with fresh fruit ingredients, while its rotating specialty releases provided regular opportunities to introduce something new.

Spring House also became known for its Perfect Hoe beer, a name that reflected the brewery’s irreverent personality and willingness to have fun with its branding.

Art, community and independent craft beer

Spring House Brewing Company was about more than producing beer. The brewery placed considerable emphasis on community involvement and its relationships with local artists, teachers, farmers and nonprofit organizations.

Its Limited Artist Collaboration Series brought together independent artists and brewing creativity, pairing specially developed beers with original artwork featured on the packaging. This approach gave local artists an opportunity to reach a broader audience while providing craft beer enthusiasts with something different to discover.

The brewery also developed relationships with community organizations and participated in charitable activities throughout Lancaster County.

This community-minded approach became an important part of the Spring House identity. Its owners frequently emphasized that the brewery wanted to be recognized as the community’s brewery rather than simply another business selling beer.

The Coffin Bar and Lancaster hospitality

Spring House continued expanding its presence in Lancaster through additional hospitality projects, including The Coffin Bar on West Lemon Street.

The Coffin Bar developed its own distinctive identity, featuring a dark, gothic-inspired atmosphere, creative cocktails, food and a selection of Spring House beers. The unusual interior and coffin-inspired branding made it a recognizable downtown Lancaster destination.

The business represented another extension of the Spring House brand, combining craft beer with food, cocktails and a different kind of nightlife experience.

Importantly, Matt and Greg Keasey have announced that The Coffin Bar is expected to continue operating after the brewery’s closure, providing an opportunity for customers to maintain a connection with the business and its hospitality experience.

Twenty years of Pennsylvania craft beer history

Spring House Brewing Company’s closure marks the end of an important chapter in Lancaster County craft brewing.

From the original Conestoga tobacco barn to the West King Street taproom and Hazel Street brewery, the company developed a following through creative beers, independent thinking and a strong connection with its customers.

The decision to close after 20 years is a reminder that even established independent breweries with loyal followings face difficult business decisions. The craft beer industry has changed considerably over the past two decades, and Spring House’s story represents one of the many independent brewing journeys that helped shape Pennsylvania’s modern beer community.

Matt and Greg Keasey leave behind a collection of beers, memories, friendships and community relationships that extend well beyond the brewery itself.

For additional historical information and brewery coverage, visit the official website:

https://springhousebeer.com

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