Funky Fauna Artisan Ales Brings Farmhouse Brewing to Bend

Funky Fauna Artisan Ales, a microbrewery celebrated for its bold, fruit-forward farmhouse ales, is making the move to Bend. Co-owners Michael Frith and Danielle Burns originally launched the brewery in Sisters, crafting small-batch ales that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern brewing artistry, using Oregon-grown malted barley and hops.

Now, Funky Fauna is setting up shop in Bend’s Central District, taking over the former Humm Kombucha Taproom on Second Street. The new taproom is set to open this spring, with a potential launch in April. The move marks an exciting new chapter for the brewery — the couple is looking forward to making the 5,000-square-foot building their own and continuing to offer unique, Saison-inspired ales in the new space.

“We’ve got so many things in store for the new space, including a revamped Funky Fauna Fellowship club, new brewhouse, 23 taps, food truck, all the plants, hella Saison, spooky labels, hoppy beers, foamy lagers and cozy taproom vibes,” Funky Fauna shared on Instagram.

With its focus on small-batch brewing and community engagement, Funky Fauna has built a loyal following over the past four years. The brewery’s reputation for producing high-quality, innovative ales has made it a favorite among craft beer enthusiasts — it was ranked runner-up for Best Sour Beer in our Best of Central Oregon readers’ poll in 2023.

Some standout offerings from its Sisters taproom included Frightful Spell, a wild ale made with Pacific Northwest nectarines and peaches, and Spectral Shadow, a tart and refreshing blend of dragon fruit, cucumber and lime.

As anticipation builds for the grand opening, Funky Fauna fans can still find their favorite ales online and at select local retailers. For updates on the move and official opening date, beer lovers can follow along on Funky Fauna’s Instagram.

Funky Fauna Artisan Ales
1125 NE Second St., Bend
funkyfaunabeer.com

This article appears in The Source Weekly February 27, 2025.