Named for a nearby local landmark, the brewery is known for being a "Marquette focal point and tourist destination," in the words of historian Russell Magnaghi.

[2] After moving to Marquette for Weston's new job, the couple found a suitable downtown location for their own brewery at 114 West Spring Street.

[1] Reclamation, which news sources have described as Ore Dock's flagship beer,[9] is named for recycled material that was reused in constructing the brewery.

[11][12] They are also known for Berserker, a hazy IPA; Beach Bum, a wheat ale;[2] and a porter described by the Midland Daily News as a "wonderful belly warmer".

[9][17][18][19] In 2022, the brewing purchased an adjoining building at 214 South Front Street with the intent to demolish part of it and create a beer garden in its place.

[20] The building was constructed in 1868 and had most recently been used as a pawn shop; it was condemned due to structural issues that emerged after an adjoining railroad bridge was removed in 2000.