The Alchemist is a 7 barrel brew pub specializing in hand-crafted beer and casual pub fare. All of our ales are brewed in our basement brewery, which was designed and installed by our brewer and co-proprietor John Kimmich. We use only the finest imported malts and domestic hops available to bring you the tastiest and finest selection of beers in Vermont!
In addition to our house-made ales, we have an eclectic menu featuring fresh-from-the-farm Vermont products and seasonal produce. Our talented chefs serve delightful appetizers, grilled panini sandwiches, flatbread pizzas, vegetarian fare, hearty entrees and imaginative daily specials. Come in and enjoy a taste of Vermont in our cozy pub surrounded by the work of local artists!
The work of local artists is an integral part of the ambience at The Alchemist. If you would like more information regarding any of our featured artists, please do not hesitate to ask us! We are committed to supporting local artists, offering a unique space to display their work and talent, and offering a feast for the eyes for those who come visit us.
Currently, we are featuring these local artists:
- Gordon Auchincloss of Stowe, VT creates custom mobiles and metalwork. He has contributed our giant mobile. Please feel free to visit his website.
- Our mosaic bar top was created by Heather Glenn, also of Stowe. She has collected tiles from around the world to create an abstract and colorful work of art.
- Julie Ruth of Johnson, VT has painted the golden and silver hued mural on the back wall, as well as the wonderful sign hanging out front The interior mural represents an alchemic wheel.
- Karin Allen of Middlebury, VT is a metal artist who fabricated our beautiful and unique flower petal chandelier hanging directly in the center of the restaurant, as well as our widely recognized french fry holders.
- Alena Schnarr of Montpelier, VT has contributed stunning photographs which are on display throughout the restaurant.
- Galen Cheney of Stowe painted the colorful canvases that are hung behind the bar.
It was just after Thanksgiving 2003 that Proprietors Jennifer and John Kimmich turned their vision into reality and finalized renovations on Waterbury's original Post Office.