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Brick house mercantile

Brick House Mercantile was founded on a vision of bringing hand crafted, unique, quality products into our local community. We strive to create and purvey handmade, local, artisan products. From our French Tarts and small batch savory creations, to brunches and artisan dinners - our vision is ever evolving.   

Quality Matters

It's all about quality ingredients. From the local farm sourced butter, eggs and fruits in our baked goods to the foraged ingredients in our Brick House Mercantile fresh and preserved products, it's all about exceptional quality.

Community Matters

Our customers and our community matter.  We believe in the power of neighborhoods - people helping people eat good food!  We love the historic culture of the Lake Country area and are proud to call this community our home.  We look forward to getting to know you!

“One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well” - Virginia Woolf

The Early Spring (March) Menu

French Style artisan jams & Butters

Our Artisan jams will rotate weekly

French Style artisan jams

Varies by Size, See Store.

A wide selection of fruit flavors. 

Seville Orange Marmalade

10.

A truly special jam crafted with the prized bitter Seville orange.

pistachio Butter

Varies by size. See Store

Bold and nutty pistachio flavor with honey and salt.

Heirloom Bourbon Apple Butter

Varies by size. See Store

Tart fall apples, warm earthy spices and a touch of bourbon - an old-fashioned favorite.  


Sauces and syrups

spicy thai peanut sauce

12.5

Roasted peanuts, spicy Thai peppers, ginger, garlic and spices make this sauce amazing! This sauce is ALL about versatility. Perfect for spring rolls, pasta or grilled chicken. Available in 1/2 pint sized jars.

super berry syrup

20.5

A healthful blend of aronia berries, black currants, black raspberries, elderberries and vinegar. Stir into your smoothie, add to selzer, pour over ice cream or yogurt or enjoy by itself for an immunity boost!  

Heirloom Apple Sauce

8

Our applesauce is all about the apples, not the sugar.  We slow cook a blend of heirloom apples from local orchards with just the right amount of organic cane sugar and a dash of lemon zest.  


savory

Early Spring Grain Bowl

11

A true power bowl! Pea shoot pesto farro, blackened napa cabbage, sweet pickled fennel, mixed power greens, rainbow pepper medley, pistachio Dukkha, and a savory Romesco aioli.

Early Spring Pasta Bowl

11

A savory mix of fresh hand-cut beetroot fettuccine, sweet pickled radishes, Harissa charred root vegetables, balsamic caramelized onion & mushroom medley, mixed power greens, Sartori cherrywood smoked cheddar, and a flavorful black peppercorn aioli.

Early Spring Savory tart

Varies by size. See store.

Our signature savory tart is filled with Portobello mushrooms, caramelized fennel, spicy Italian sausage and basil whipped goat cheese.  


Early Spring Savory Eggs

7

This month's egg is a non-traditional spin on a dirty martini. Carr-Valley Wildfire blue cheese stuffed green olive, pickled pearl onions, bacon. 


Artisan Shrubs

Sour Cherry Shrub

14

A wonderful mix sour red cherries and sweet red cherries. Blended with organic cane sugar and vinegars.  Your drinks will be the talk of the party with the addition of this shrub. Shrubs have long been touted to decrease appetite, improve digestion, and lower blood-sugar levels two hours after eating, although we don't claim to be medical advisors!


French tarts, Tortes, CHEESECAKES & Truffles

Tarts are available in 7 and 10 inch sizes. Cheesecakes are available in 4 and 7 inch sizes.

Chocolate truffle Tart

Varies by size, see store.

Buttery chocolate wafer crust filled with decadent bittersweet chocolate truffle.  Topped with a thin layer of dark chocolate. 

Raspberry and Chocolate truffle Tart

Varies by size, see store.

Buttery chocolate wafer crust filled with decadent bittersweet chocolate truffle.  Topped with a thin layer of our signature intense raspberry jam.  

Aronia Berry Bourbon cheesecake

Varies by size, see store.

A wonderful cheesecake featuring a buttery pecan and graham crust, creamy cheese filling and a power-packed Aronia berry, blueberry and bourbon compote.  

Apple, Cinnamon and Pecan Streusel Coffee cake

41

A wonderful coffee cake for your breakfast or brunch gathering.  Moist apple cake with ribbons of pecan and cinnamon streusel throughout.  Serves up to 12.


GRANOLAs

cherry almond granola

9

A satisfying mix of  gluten-free rolled oats, almonds and tart, dried cherries.  GF

Blueberry pistachio Granola

9

A satisfying mix of  gluten-free rolled oats, salty roasted pistachios and sweet dried blueberries. GF

Maple Pecan Granola

9

A satisfying mix of  gluten-free rolled oats, pecans and pure maple syrup. GF

Cranberry Orange Granola

9

A satisfying mix of  gluten-free rolled oats, almonds, orange zest, golden raisins and tart dried cranberries. GF

lEMON & OLIVE OIL Granola

9.5

A satisfying mix of  gluten-free rolled oats, lemon zest and olive oil. GF


Cookies and Bars

Pumpkin breakfast cookies

9

Perfect anytime of the day! This gluten and dairy free pumpkin cookie is sweetened with local honey and complimented with dark chocolate chips and sulfite-free dried cherries. Each order includes 2 large cookies.  GF, DF

FLEUR DE SEL BROWNIES

6

Rich and fudgy brownies with a layer of caramel topped with a flaky layer of salt.  2 brownies per order.  

Pecan Bars

6

Rich, buttery and decadent pecan bars.  2 bars per order.  

Flourless Bittersweet Chocolate and Peanut Butter Bars

9

A gluten free delight.  Creamy peanut butter and chickpea bar topped with bittersweet chocolate ganache. 4 bars per order.  GF


CANDIES

BLENDED CHOCOLATE TOFFEE

9.5

Rich and crunchy toffee with roasted pecans covered with a milk and dark chocolate blend.   

Macadamia Nut and White CHOCOLATE TOFFEE

9.5

Rich and crunchy toffee with buttery roasted macadamia nuts,  covered with decadent white chocolate.      

Dark CHOCOLATE and Hazelnut coffee TOFFEE

10

Rich and crunchy coffee flavored toffee covered with a rich dark chocolate blend.  Sprinkled with roasted hazelnuts. 

Dark Chocolate and Raspberry pretzels

10.5

A festive combination of rich dark chocolate and vibrant red raspberry.  An excellent combination covering the salty pretzel.  4 pretzels per pack.

Spicy sweet Candied Pecans

Varies by size. See store

Versatile and addictive.  Roasted pecans covered in a maple cinnamon glaze, with a smattering of salt and cayenne.  Perfect for snacking, salads or cheese boards.  Pint or quart jar.   


Artisan breads

Sourdough country white rolls

8

Classic artisan sourdough dinner roll from Elemental Bread located in Watertown.  6-pack 

pumpkin cranberry walnut Loaf - gf

9.5

A blend of oats, pumpkin, cranberry and walnuts with a zesty orange glaze. The perfect gluten free loaf for snacking or breakfast! 4 serving size loaf.

A 3% Square charge will be applied when you purchase from our online store.

2023 spring Artisan Dinner (April)

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2023 spring Artisan Dinner (May)

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Order Online & Pick Up in our store

Order by Sunday for Wed/Thurs pick up.

Order by Wednesday for Fri/Sat pick up.

Pick-up is at our retail store during normal business hours:

 132 N Main St. Dousman

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Our French Tarts

Tart Pairing Menu

Please see our monthly menu for current selections.

Lemon Cream Tart


The perfect balance of sweet and tart. Buttery shortbread crust filled with a wonderful mix of lemon, lemon zest and cream.  Serves 12.

 

Tasting Notes:

Bursting, clean lemon flavor balanced by a buttery crust.  Pairs well with an earthy herbal tea or dry white wine.

Chocolate truffle tart

Buttery chocolate wafer crust filled with decadent bittersweet chocolate and topped off with a thin layer of dark chocolate. Serves 16. 


Tasting Notes: 

Rich, bold and creamy. Pairs well with strong coffee or a smooth Bourbon. 



Strawberry Rhubarb tart

Buttery shortbread crust filled with perfect balance of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb.  Serves 12.



Tasting Notes: 

Sweet and tart a with buttery finish. Pairs well with a crisp white wine and is the perfect compliment to brunch.  

Rhubarb Frangipane tart

Buttery shortbread crust with a layered filling. Smooth, sweet almond Frangipane topped with a layer of pleasantly tart, yet balanced rhubarb.  Serves 12.


Tasting Notes: 

Sweet, rich and tart all in one. Pairs well with a dry white wine or strong coffee.  

Raspberry Rhubarb Tart

Buttery shortbread crust filled with the perfect balance of sweet raspberries and tart rhubarb. Serves 12.  



Tasting Notes:

Moderately tart a with buttery, sweet finish. Pairs well with a crisp white wine and is the perfect compliment to brunch.  

Bluebarb Tart


Buttery shortbread crust filled with the perfect balance of sweet blueberries and tart rhubarb. Serves 12.  


 

Tasting Notes: 

A sweet and tart experience. Pairs well with a dry Rose' or floral herbal tea.

Chocolate Cherry Truffle Tart

Buttery chocolate wafer crust filled with  decadent bittersweet chocolate. Topped off with a thin layer of preserved sour cherries.  Serves 16.


Tasting Notes:

Rich and pure, with a slight burst of sour cherry. Pairs well with strong coffee or a smooth Bourbon.

Chocolate MOUSSE Tart

Buttery chocolate wafer crust filled with decadent bittersweet chocolate mousse infused with a touch of rum. Serves 16. 


Tasting Notes: 

Rich and creamy. Pairs well with a bold Shiraz or medium roast coffee.


Rich Caramel Tart

Buttery shortbread crust filled with a rich, very soft caramel. Topped with a thin layer of bittersweet chocolate to balance the sweetness of the caramel. Serves 16.


Tasting Notes: 

Immediately both rich and sweet. A little slice of this goes a long way. Pairs well with an aged Rum or a strong coffee.

Buttery Pecan Tart


Buttery shortbread crust filled with a rich mix of pecans, maple syrup and a splash of rum or bourbon. Serves 16.


 

Tasting Notes: 

This is not pecan pie! Nutty and pleasantly sweet. Pairs well with a bold coffee or barrel aged Brandy.


French apple cake


This classic French cake begins with a creamy custard bottom filled with soft apples topped with a light and airy cake, with a slightly caramelized top. Serves 10.


Tasting Notes: 

Rich flavor, perfectly balanced. Pairs well with a bold coffee or barrel aged Brandy or Cognac.


Heirloom Apple Tart (Seasonal)

Buttery shortbread crust filled with an earthy mix of heirloom apples and a touch of spice. Serves 12.  




Tasting Notes:

Earthy. Not overly sweet. Pairs well with a good Port Wine or medium roast coffee.

Roasted Heirloom Pumpkin Tart (Seasonal)

Buttery shortbread crust filled with creamy roasted pumpkin, maple syrup, warm spices and a splash of bourbon. Walnut Streusel optional. Serves 12.  


Tasting Notes:  

Earthy and comforting. Pairs well with a nice Tawny Port or medium roast coffee.  

Chocolate Raspberry Tart (Seasonal)

Buttery chocolate wafer crust filled with decadent bittersweet chocolate.Topped with fresh raspberries and a thin glaze of red current. Serves 16. 


Tasting Notes:

Richness with the balance of fresh fruit. Pairs well with strong coffee or a fruit cordial.



Grand Marnier Torte (seasonal)


Grand Marnier soaked cake topped with a thick layer of Grand Marnier mousse. Absolute decadence. Serves 16.  


Tasting Notes: 

Not for the faint of heart. This is a boozy torte. Pleasantly smooth with a creamy texture. Pairs well with a strong coffee.  


French Style Artisan Jams

For the ultimate flavor experience, we use the French method of jam making. We hand pick fruits at local farms and orchards. We allow the fruits to macerate prior to slow cooking adding minimal amounts of organic sugar. The slow cooking process allows our jams to set naturally eliminating the need for added pectin. The end result is an incredibly flavorful, slightly loose jam, perfect with toast, crackers, cheeseboards and ice cream. Please call or visit us for current flavors.

What's in a Name?

Brick House Mercantile

Customers often ask us why we chose the name “Brick House Mercantile”. As a family, living a simple life, growing, and preserving our own food as much as possible, and cooking from scratch has always been important to us - and we love preparing food for family and friends. Our 1848 cream city brick house is the inspiration for the name - and Mercantile is an old word meaning “trade or business” - and was often used as a noun to refer to a general store. Our vision is giving people a single stop – a “general store” – where you can experience a variety of never mainstream fresh, baked, and preserved items. When you are “in the Mercantile” – it’s just like being a guest in our home. 

Meet the Food Artists

The Owner and Baker: Joseph Bahr & the Chef: Jeremy Bahr

Our focus has always been on living a simple life and eating great food. Our love of sharing it with family and friends is what sparked the dream to own a local business - and Brick House Mercantile was born.


In Spring of 2019, Joe - a soulful artist by training, began crafting French style tarts and in 2020 he left his corporate job after 33 years to expand upon his vision. You will most often find Joe in the kitchen or outside roaming the gardens of our urban "farm". Community, culinary art, simple living and great food continue to feed the vision of Brick House Mercantile and we are excited to welcome Joe's son, Chef Jeremy, to continue this soul-nourishing journey.  


Jeremy returned home in 2020 after five years in Door County where he was the Chef de Cuisine at the Wickman House - a hyper local restaurant in Ellison Bay. Jeremy brings 18+ years of culinary artistry field training to Brick House Mercantile' s vision and is often heard saying, "people eat with their eyes first - food needs to be beautiful and gratifyingly delicious." Respect to local ingredients is a must for Jeremy, "if it grows in the wild and it's usable in any form, it should be foraged and incorporated into the food we eat." Chef Jeremy continually challenges himself in the culinary space to go where others fear to go. The result is a savory, enhancing experience, which will leave you asking for more.


Brick House Mercantile' s vision is forward thinking and we continue to evolve to bring you a sweet and savory, flavorful experience with food - every time.  


Eat well.  Be well!

Joe, Penny & Jeremy Bahr

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Brick House Mercantile

132 North Main Street, Dousman, Wisconsin 53118, United States

(262) 965-0024

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Find a variety of our craft food items at Pine Hill Wellness Cooperative in Watertown and Whelan's Coffee & Ice Cream in Oconomowoc. 


PLEASE NOTE: Website orders for Fri/Sat pick-up must be placed by Wed. For Wed/Thurs. pick-up, they must be placed by Sunday.  

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