Remembering Tom Berg: The Heart Behind Falling Knife Brewing Company
Hey everyone, I want to take a moment today to talk about a really heartfelt and heavy piece of news coming out of Northeast Minneapolis. Over the weekend, Falling Knife Brewing Company made a heartbreaking announcement: their owner and Chief Brewing Officer, Tom Berg, passed away unexpectedly at his home.
Now, if you’ve ever been to Falling Knife Brewing, you’ve probably felt Tom’s presence—whether you realized it or not. He wasn’t just the guy behind the scenes. Tom was the personality you’d run into during a Timberwolves game at the taproom, or the guy jamming at a local show, always with a big smile and a welcoming vibe. His passion for craft beer was unmatched, and he poured that energy into everything Falling Knife stood for. It wasn’t just about brewing good beer—it was about building community, connection, and creating a place where people felt like they belonged.
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Tom had deep roots in the Minneapolis music scene, and it carried over into the culture of the brewery. His love for music, beer, and people was at the center of everything he did. You didn’t just meet Tom—you felt him. His personality was magnetic. Warm. Familiar. He had that rare ability to make you feel like you were part of something special the moment you walked in the door.
Falling Knife Brewing Company announced on social media that they’d be closing for the evening to give space for grief, and they’re planning a larger memorial gathering in the near future to properly honor Tom’s life and legacy. And honestly, it’s hard to think of Falling Knife without thinking of Tom—he was the brand, the soul, the energy.
It’s a major loss, not just for the brewery or the beer community, but for Minneapolis as a whole. So if you knew him, or even just experienced the vibe he created, take a moment to remember Tom Berg today. Maybe raise a glass in his honor. He built something that made people feel good, and that’s a legacy that deserves to be remembered.
Rest easy, Tom. You’ll be missed deeply.
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