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Embattled Salt Lake City brewery closing its flagship taproom, but says it will carry on

By Salt Lake Tribune · August 20, 2026 · 1 min read
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Kiitos Brewing is closing its flagship location in the Granary District, months after filing for Chapter 11 reorganization. Here's how the company says it will move forward.

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