“The brewery, which is located at 623 W Broadway St. in Baraboo — directly next to Ringing Mansion, is designed to honor the heritage of the German Ringling Brothers and German heritage throughout the state.”

BARABOO — Joe Colossa is eager to show off the Al. Ringling Mansion. Its four floors and 40 rooms are dotted with seven fireplaces, 14 chandeliers and 67 original stained glass windows. A cabinet holds a full tea and china set from the Ringlings, the cue sticks used by the famed circus family to play

“A brew pub inspired by a Ringling family beer recipe got a nod from the city Tuesday when Baraboo’s Plan Commission granted zoning approval.”