Jackie O's Pub & Brewery

Jackie O's Pub & Brewery is a family-owned craft brewery founded in 2007 in Athens, Ohio, by Andrew Arthur Oestrike in honor of his late mother, Jackie. The company specializes in neo-traditional brewing techniques, barrel aging, wild ales, and dark brews, producing world-class beer with a distinctive Athens, Ohio character. Jackie O's operates multiple locations including the original Uptown Brewpub, Public House Restaurant, Taproom & Production Brewery in Athens, and their newest location On Fourth in Columbus, Ohio. The brewery is known for its commitment to locally sourced ingredients and products, featuring popular beers like Mystic Mama and Razz Wheat. Their production facility includes extensive barrel-aging programs using rum, bourbon, sherry, and tequila barrels, along with dedicated sour beer production. The company has grown from producing 400 barrels annually to thousands, distributing throughout Ohio through partnership with Cavalier Distributing. Jackie O's also operates Barrel Ridge Farm, a bakeshop producing locally sourced bread products, and offers comprehensive dining experiences with locally inspired menus. The brewery has overcome significant challenges including a devastating 2014 fire that damaged their Public House Restaurant, demonstrating resilience and community commitment. Their Columbus location features 6,000 square feet of indoor space, 30 draft lines, retail store, private event space, and an 8,000 square foot two-story patio. Jackie O's serves the craft beer industry, hospitality sector, and local communities, maintaining strong ties to Ohio University and the Athens community while expanding their reach throughout Ohio.