Odd Otter Brewing Company, Tacoma

###Three Things to Know About Odd Otter Brewing Company Odd Otter popped up in downtown Tacoma in 2014, introducing the region to its eclectic brews and bespectacled otter mascot. Read on to learn more about this popular upstart: * **It was founded by a group of five friends.** Their noble goal was to bring people together through “the unifying power of beer.” * **Its roster of beers is diverse.** Favorites include the Pancake Porter made with Vermont Maple Syrup, the seasonal Ottermelon, and the hoppy 151+ IBU Screeching Otter imperial IPA. * **The taproom is open every day except Christmas.** But devotees can make it through Christmas by stocking up on take-home pints, growlers, and half-growlers. Odd Otter Brewing Company was a finalist for [The Taste of Groupon Awards](https://www.groupon.com/articles/groupon-food-awards).