Aurora Brewing Co., renowned for its location overlooking Cayuga Lake since 2015, has expanded its presence with a second taproom in Bushnell’s Basin, a Rochester hamlet.
This new establishment brings Aurora closer to its substantial fan base, strategically situated between the thriving suburbs of Perinton, Victor, and Pittsford.
The hamlet boasts a population over five times larger than Aurora village.
Mark Grimaldi, Aurora’s co-owner, expressed pleasant surprise at discovering how vast and dedicated their customer base truly was during a recent conversation with The Citizen.
Many of these fans had been less inclined to make the journey to Cayuga County.
The new Bushnell’s Basin spot offers a diverse drink menu, including 10 distinct Aurora beer taps and a special Czech side-pull faucet, enhancing the foaminess of their lagers.

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