Torn Label Brewing Company is the culmination of a lifelong dream for a group of beer lovers from the Kansas City area. The company was founded in 2014 by Rafi Chaudry, Travis Moore, Carol Troutwine and Chad Troutwine. Its operators carry with them the cumulative influence of time within the diverse craft beer scenes of Southern California, Chicago, Belgium and beyond, but remain dedicated to filtering those experiences through a midwestern sensibility that values both approachability and experimentation.
At Torn Label Brewing Company, our vision is to make challenging, adventurous beer. We set out to create brews that entice craft beer novices and aficionados alike towards fresh and exciting avenues. For us, it’s about embracing the creativity that has set this industry apart and continuing to move it forward while consistently delivering well-crafted beer. Although brewing is nearly always anchored in classic English, German and Belgian traditions, we intend to foster the spirit of innovation that has set American craft apart in the past decade.
Our facilities are located in the southern section of the Studios Inc building in downtown KC’s Crossroads neighborhood. Studios Inc is a nonprofit artists workspace and exhibition center, supporting and developing the city’s burgeoning creative community. While TLBC is not affiliated with Studios Inc, the creative energy and independent spirit of the artists and residents of Studios Inc represents precisely the timbre we hope to cultivate in the offerings and the identity of our brewery.
In the summer of 2015 Torn Label opened the doors of a small Taproom at the rear of the building. This quaint little spot is a perfect location to taste some of our brews inside and on our covered patio. In early 2021 Torn Label opened the doors of our Public House. This larger space in the front of our building features a small patio, extensive seating, and a kitchen that serves elevated pub fare. Our Chef releases weekly specials and keeps the menu fresh as the seasons turn, but the guests can always rely on the best Belgian Frites in Kansas City being available with a flurry of dipping sauces to choose from. On First Fridays folks are welcome to enjoy either or both of our spaces and the extensive free parking in our two parking lots and on Campbell. Our beers can also be found in liquor and grocery stores in Kansas and Missouri.
