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Jacksonville’s beer industry has continued to grow over the years. New taprooms are opening and there is a promising future of more opening soon. With new breweries sprouting, the laid-back community of Jacksonville, Florida, has many interesting beer types to enjoy. If you ever find yourself in this beach community, try a beer from one of the breweries listed below.
Top 12 Breweries in Jacksonville, Florida
Bold City Brewery
Bold City Brewery has two locations: East Bay Street in downtown Jacksonville and Roselle Street. The brewery was started by a mother-son duo, Susan and Brian Miller. This was the first Jacksonville’s locally owned brewery back in 2002. The brewery is named after the city’s nickname, the Bold City, and has boldly established itself as an iconic brewery in the area. The brewery is famous for its Duke’s Cold Nose Brown Ale and Killer Whale Cream Ale.
Wicked Barley Brewing Company
If you are looking for a social atmosphere, head to Wicked Barley. The brewery offers exciting events, a taproom, a full-service restaurant, a beer garden, a patio, and a boat dock. In 2017, they were voted the Best Pub in Florida by Best Florida Beer. Some of their beers you want to try are Coconut Lager, Big Red Monkey, and Kalkaska.
In addition to the expansive tap list, the pub also features a full gastropub-style kitchen. It serves a from-scratch menu that includes burgers, appetizers, sandwiches, salads, and a kids’ menu. Whether you are a beginner or a craft beer connoisseur, you will find something to enjoy at the Wicked Barley Brewing Company.
Aardwolf Brewing Company
Located in San Marco, Aardwolf Brewing Co. is one of the newest breweries in Jacksonville. The company won the hearts of many locals within two years of opening. Its Belgium Pale Ale has won the bronze at the Great American Beer Festival in the Pale Ale category. You can expect something great from its barrel-aging and sour program.
Intuition Ale Works
With its location on East Bay Street in downtown Jacksonville, the Intuition Ale Works is one of the many breweries known for offering great beer. The brewery also features a restaurant, The Kitchen at Intuition, that serves delicious foods. It is also a family-friendly brewery so you can bring your kids along for a fun day out. Make sure that you try their signature Tilted Star milk stout or the Gotta Love It pilsner.
Fishweir Brewing
One of Jacksonville’s newest breweries and the closest to town, Fishweir Brewing is a place that you will love. It is one of the most aesthetically pleasing breweries in the area. It features a patio, patterned tile behind the bar, and lettered tap handles spelling out the name Fishweir. The beers sold at this brewhouse are exquisite and exhibit a degree of craftsmanship that you will not see in most newly opened breweries. Try their Big Fishweir IPA or the Lazy River pilsner when you get there.
Veterans United Craft Brewery
Located on the South side of Jacksonville, Veteran United Craft Brewery is known for its variety of beers. It is famous for Buzzin’ Bee Honey Rye Wheat, Scout DOG 44, HopBanshee IPA, and Ranging Blonde Ale. The brewery is one of the few that sells canned beer in the region, making it easy to enjoy craft beer outdoors.
King Maker Brewing
King Maker brewing is located in the historic King Street District of Kingsville. It features both outdoor and indoor seating. Additionally, it has a three-barrel system, 18 taps, and a rotating tap list with funky small batches. It is a dog-friendly place, so you can bring your furry friends.
Hyperion Brewing Company
The first nano-brewery in Jacksonville, Hyperion Brewing Company is located in Springfield. The brewery features a unique taproom experience, which features an open area taproom with a calm, neighborhood atmosphere. They also offer a large fenced beer garden with yard seating and lawn games. It has 15 taps and hosts the Big Jim 15 beer ultimate flight, where guests can try every beer on tap.
Hoptinger Beer Garden and Sausage House
If you like staying out late and are looking for a place to enjoy a beer, the Hoptinger Beer Garden and Sausage House is open until 2 a.m. It offers 60 different taps along with a delicious food menu featuring great night delicacies.
Tabula Rasa Brewing
For great tasting beer, Tabula Rasa is the place to be. They focus on producing high-quality, great-tasting beer for beer lovers. Located in the heart of the rail yard district, the brewery features a taproom with a calm atmosphere so you can enjoy a beer with family and friends.
Jacksonville’s Anheuser Busch Brewery
Opened in 1969, Jacksonville’s Anheuser Busch Brewery has been in operation for over five decades. The brewery delivers most of its beer in the states of Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. It is one of the largest employers in Duval county and has a large collection of beers, including Bud Light Platinum, Bud Light, Budweiser, Busch Light, Busch, Michelob AmberBock, Michelob Light, American Red, and many others.
Ruby Beach Brewing
Located in downtown Jacksonville, Ruby Beach Brewing is popular for its lagers and sours. It also produces IPAs and just about any other type of beer. The brewery has a traditional taproom, a private upstairs event space, and a beer garden. With a convenient location close to facilities like the TIAA Bank Field, The Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, and Florida Theatre, the brewery is a good place to grab a beer after a game or a movie.
That’s our list of some of the top breweries in Jacksonville. The options are extensive, but our experts have highlighted some of the most popular. Is there a spot that we have left out? Let us know and we can have it included in the list.
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