Beervana Annual Fest Brings Tastes to Providence

Craft beer fans flocked to the 14th annual Beervana Fest hosted at The WaterFire Arts Center in Providence on Sept. 30. More than 150 craft beers were featured at over 42 tasting tables spanning two floors of the multipurpose art venue during two tasting sessions. With a goal “to enlighten and educate the community for the responsible appreciation of craft beer,” the 2023 Beervana Fest was sponsored by Nikki’s Liquors, Julian’s and Narragansett Beer. The Beervana Fest was founded by Brian Oakley of Julian’s and Mike Iannazzi of Nikki’s Liquors to bring beer lovers in Rhode Island together with new brands and breweries.

: Craft beer fans returned to the 14th annual Beervana Fest hosted at The WaterFire Arts Center in Providence on Sept. 30.

: More than 150 craft beers were featured at over 42 tasting tables spanning two floors of the multipurpose art venue during two tasting sessions.

: Beervana Fest Co-founders Mike Iannazzi, Nikki’s Liquors and Brian Oakley, Julian’s.

: Michelle Clark, Beer and Marketing Manager, Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island.

: A pour of Grey Sail Brewing Heavy Seas Hoptoberfest Lager.

: Kyle Sherwood, Field Sales Representative, Allagash Brewing Company.

: Matteson Holtman, Assistant Brewer and Bryan Benedict, Owner and Co-founder, Moniker Brewery.

: Phil and Luke Gerweck, Brewer, Tilted Barn Brewery.

: Nikki’s Liquors’ Dave Filuminia highlighting The Bruery Smoking Wood Barrel-Aged Rye Whiskey and Rachael showcasing Goose Island Beer Co. Brasserie Noir Imperial Stout.