Missoula Beverage Collective Opens in Former Brewery Space
The new coffeehouse and brewery is now serving customers in the former Imagine Nation building in Missoula.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The Missoula Beverage Collective has officially opened its doors at the site formerly occupied by Imagine Nation Brewing. The new establishment is currently operating on a limited schedule as it prepares for future expansion.
Why it matters
The opening revitalizes a prominent local building that previously sat vacant, bringing a combined coffeehouse and brewery model back to the neighborhood. The venue is poised to become a central hub for the area as its operations grow over the coming months.
The business operates from 8 am to 2 pm, Wednesday through Sunday. Full-capacity operations are projected to begin later in 2026.
The players
Missoula Beverage Collective
This newly established business operates as a combined coffeehouse and brewery in Missoula.
Imagine Nation
This entity formerly operated a brewery in the building now occupied by the Missoula Beverage Collective.
The details
Located in the former Imagine Nation building, the Missoula Beverage Collective functions as both a coffeehouse and a brewery. While open to the public, the establishment is currently adhering to a temporary reduced schedule to manage its initial transition.
Timeline
March 2026: Initial rumors surfaced regarding a new business moving into the building.
October 21, 2026: The Missoula Beverage Collective officially opened for business.
Late 2026: The business is expected to begin operating at full capacity.
Market Landscape
The arrival of the Missoula Beverage Collective marks a significant transition for the local commercial space following the closure of Imagine Nation Brewing. This move fills a notable vacancy in the city, positioning the new entity to capture demand in the local hospitality sector.
Residents should note that the establishment is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Those planning to visit for coffee or beer should adjust their schedules to the current 8 am to 2 pm window.
The takeaway
The transformation of the former Imagine Nation space highlights the ongoing evolution of the local beverage scene in Missoula. Customers can support the new business now while anticipating extended service hours as operations scale later this year.
Further reading
For more information on local business activity, visit the Missoula Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 96.3 The Blaze.
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