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Shade Tree Saloon & Grill

Craft Brewery in Spring Branch - 9.55 mi

Conveniently located in San Antonio, Shade Tree Saloon & Grill has remained true to its goal of being one of the best stops in the Hill Country. It is one of the favorite stops and hangouts for locals, vacationers, bikers, riders or even shoppers in the community. They are proud to offer an eclectic wine and beer selection including our own line of “Shade Tree home brew drafts,” brewed right here at the Tree! They also have an awesome selection of IPA, farmhouse, lager, wildflower, coffee stout, American ale, and Scottish ale. Stop in for a great meal, a cold beverage, a game of pool, shuffle board or pitch some washers out back, and enjoy lots of regular live local music.

(830) 885-5550

La Funke Brewing

Craft Brewery in Bulverde - 10.35 mi

LaFunke Brewing was founded by “Steve LaFlam and Jen Bunke,” a husband and wife team that love craft beer as much as they love each other. It is the fulfillment of their dream to bring people together in the shared enjoyment of craft beer. For Steve and Jen, it’s all about “Brewthenticity,” brewing beer authentically and creating an environment where every person can be themselves. They are passionate about making beer that you want to drink, not making the trendy beer of the day. Their beer offerings are created based on your tastes and preferences and they thrive on the feedback of others to make the best beer possible.

5 Stones Artisan Brewery

Craft Brewery in New Braunfels - 11.28 mi

5 Stones Artisan Brewery was founded in 2012 by Seth Weatherly. Currently based in New Braunfels, 2017 was a big year for 5 Stones. Starting out as a hobby homebrewer until the company’s founding, Seth now works with Garrett Crowell, a former head brewer at another company. Seth also moved the brewery to its present-day 19-acre location from its previous 1200 square feet space in a Cibolo industrial park. With his first brew, the award-winning Aloha Piña, and dozens of other handcrafted recipes, the company continues to brew seasonal artisan beers at the new location. The place is “a little hidden… with abundant outdoor seating and space for dogs to play and kids to run”. Complementing the indoor setup is an outdoor seating area. It's a “beautiful and relaxing atmosphere” with fire pits, food trucks on occasion, and live music. In case you’re wondering, “5 Stones” refers to the little-known bible trivia that David carefully chose 5 stones to beat Goliath.

(210) 627-4402

Rough Diamond Brewery

Craft Brewery in Spring Branch - 12.02 mi

Located in the Texas Hill Country, Rough Diamond Brewery is a microbrewery with a unique story, and a name that tips its hat to their founder’s past of working in international diamond mines and the serendipity of forging a craft brewery that is a Diamond in the Rough. They take only the best “premium quality ingredients from around the world” and combine them with their unparalleled dynamic brewing process. When all is said and done, they are left with a line of products that are genuinely a cut above the best. At Rough Diamond Brewery, they take extra step and it makes all the difference. They use only the finest quality ingredients found in local and international markets and refuse to serve anything that doesn’t meet their exemplary benchmark standards.

(830) 885-6616

Middleton Brewing

Craft Brewery in San Marcos - 12.06 mi

Middleton Brewing is a 10-barrel brewpub in San Marcos, Texas that specialize in “small-batch, handcrafted Belgian, American, and British Ales,” perfectly suited for the Texas Hill Country. It was founded in the summer of 2011 by Kim and Dennis Middleton.They moved to Texas from California with the dream of opening a brewpub where people could enjoy a wide array of quality brews while enjoying all the “natural grandeur of the Hill Country.” Middleton Brewing strive to provide the community with world class beer in an inviting and laid back atmosphere. They brew an extensive collection of beers including “seven Belgian-style beers, five American-style beers, and two British brews.” In addition, they also offer a wide array of wine and locally made cider.

(512) 667-6716

Roughhouse Brewing

Craft Brewery in San Marcos - 12.69 mi

Roughhouse Brewing is a family-run brewery that creates oak-fermented, American farmhouse beer on their ranch in San Marcos, Texas. Their American farmhouse beer complements the Texas backdrop which is dry, crisp and refreshing. They started Roughhouse Brewing in January 2019 with a drive to do meaningful work that brought the owners closer to their land and the community. The brewery and taproom are housed in a wooden barn with a welcoming, homey aesthetic, offering a range of beer as well as guest wine and cider. Their yeast-centric ales undergo 100-percent fermentation in American White Oak feeders using their house, mixed culture, which includes yeast harvested from the Pasternak Ranch. The expansive outdoor seating area at Roughhouse Brewing also includes a stage for live music every Saturday.

(512) 667-7000

New Braunfels Brewing

Craft Brewery in New Braunfels - 14.41 mi

New Braunfels Brewing was founded in early 2011 by the Meyer family. They are brewing locally hand-crafted beer “inspired by old-world German recipes” with a Texan disregard for the rules. They goes beyond traditional beer styles and brews what they like, using unique ingredients, unique recipes and a fierce ingenuity. All of the beer they offer is dry with a balanced acidity. Their base beers are “Hefeweizen, Dunkelweizen Weizenbock and Oktoberfest.” Their medium is grains, hops, fruit, spices and their local blend of wild yeast and bacteria. They also barrel-age and secondarily ferment these releases to create unique and new beers. They got a bar at the brewery with 8 taps and a stool for you to enjoy them all. What goes in the beer they make is as much local wheat, local water and local passion as they can get their hands on.

(830) 626-2739

Guadalupe Brewing Company

Craft Brewery in Canyon Lake - 14.46 mi

Guadalupe Brewing Company uses honey as a key ingredient in several of their craft beers. Concern for the honeybee population, therefore, is just one of the many passions by its owners. To this end, the company contributes a portion of the proceeds from the sales of their flagship Texas Honey Ale to support Texas A&M University’s bee research program. The brewery opened its doors in 2012. Owners Keith and Anna Kilker focus on “full-flavored, well-balanced, and approachable” beers using only natural ingredients. Their lineup of award-winning beers includes the Pumpkin Style Texas Honey Ale and their Belgian Style Tripel. Both are medal winners at the U.S. Open Beer Championships, among other creations. Interestingly, head brewer Keith was not your typical experienced homebrewer. He had never brewed beer before. Instead, he studied brewing science at the Siebel Institute just prior to opening his dream brewery.

(512) 878-9214

Faust Brewing Company

Craft Brewery in New Braunfels - 14.64 mi

Faust Brewing Company opened in 1998 in New Braunfels. Initially intended as a full bar and dining outlet housed within the historic Faust Hotel, the brewery expanded its operations in 2016 and now includes a separate brewpub. The new brewpub is just about a block away from the hotel. New Braunfels is a town rich in German heritage, and both the hotel and the brewery honor the past and the German tradition of beer making. The hotel and brewery is named after Walter Faust Sr., who spearheaded the initial development of the hotel. Opened just before The Great Depression, Faust’s determination also helped keep the hotel open during the difficult period. Today, the brewery creates a selection of year-round beers, seasonal varieties, and small batch creations. They also serve wine and a variety of local guest beers on tap.

(830) 625-7791

Real Ale Brewing Co

Craft Brewery in Blanco - 18.75 mi

Brewing since 1996, Real Ale Brewing Co is a "beautiful spot in the hill country". They have a "great selection of beers and flights". This brewery "now has spirits as well and their craft beers to go". With "super friendly staff" and "laid back hill country experience", a visit is "great any day of the week but lower-key weekdays". They also "do a great job of hosting events with an awesome taproom and party area". You can choose from a "wide selection of on-site brewed beers" as well as "bourbon and gin, which is pretty darn good!" They are also a reputable supporter of "the running and cycling community and are big giving back to the community".

(830) 833-2534

Real Ale Brewing Company

Craft Brewery in Blanco - 18.77 mi

If you are a local of Blanco, Texas (and of age to drink), you should try one of the many beers made by Real Ale Brewing Company, to toast to the success of this homegrown brand. If you are visiting, have a sip at least. Consider it trying to get a good feel of the local vibe and culture. With decades of experience in making beer and considerable success to go with it, I am willing to bet I won't stop at one bottle. With a variety as extensive as this, there is surely at least one type of beer best suited to my liking.

(830) 833-2534

Root Cellar Cafe and Brewery

Craft Brewery in San Marcos - 19.31 mi

Producing a range of locally sourced Belgian-style brews, Darkside Fermentation is located in the storage room of “The Root Cellar Cafe in San Marcos.” It started when Brewer and owner, Silas Parker approached The Root Cellar’s owner, Kyle Mylius in May 2009 to sell Darkside beer in the cafe. They offer Darkside’s flagship beer, “Mark of the Yeast: 78666” which is referred to by Parker as a “dark medieval ale.” This beer is nourishing and the finish lingers. Other beers in the Darkside lineup include the draught beers BrideAle and GroomsBeer, Weiz Guy, Golden Mean, and Pale Rider, a Belgian pale ale. Come in and try some these great beer that are brewed in-house. They also have a lot of seasonal flavors to choose from.

(512) 392-5158

AquaBrew

Craft Brewery in San Marcos - 19.32 mi

The AquaBrew is a brewery, beer garden, restaurant, and events center located in downtown San Marcos. Opened in March 2016, it’s a spot where “craft beer, culinary delights, local music, and community come together” and aims to stimulate all the senses. Its events center can accommodate up to 500 people, and its rooftop bar and patio has bench-style seating that gives a casual and friendly vibe – perfect for taking in the Texas air. They have about 10 varieties on tap, and also usually feature a couple of guest breweries as well. Growlers and crowlers are available so you can take home a favorite brew. The place is open daily with both lunch and dinner menus. On weekend nights, they feature live music.

(512) 353-2739

Vista Brewing

Craft Brewery in Driftwood - 21.50 mi

Experience the beauty of Vista Brewing, nestled in the picturesque Texas Hill Country. With spacious grounds perfect for families and pets, it's an ideal spot to enjoy the fresh air and exceptional beers. Indulge in the Flight of Beer, featuring the Brewmaster's top creations like Destination, Zwickled Pink, Merriweather, and Dreamweaver. Drawing inspiration from European traditions, Vista Brewing brews with a focus on the unique terroir of the Texas Hill Country. Pair their beverages with farm-fresh dishes from the grill menu while enjoying live music.

(512) 766-1842

Twisted X Brewing Co

Craft Brewery in Dripping Springs - 22.68 mi

Located in Dripping Springs and open since 2011, Twisted X Brewing Co. proudly specializes in beers to share with friends and family. Using “high-quality, local products”, their beers have a “Texas-influenced, Mexican-style” that will make you “rethink how you view beer”. The brewery started out “with the goal of educating people how different ingredients can make complex beers”. Today, they continue to use the 3BBL system they started the brewery with, which allows them constantly to experiment and develop new recipes. The brewery provides free tours for guests to learn about their brewing process. It's at 1pm and 5pm on Saturdays, and 1pm and 3pm on Sundays. Drop by the brewery often. There's bound to be a new small batch beer on tap.

(512) 829-5323

Islla St. Brewing

Craft Brewery in Denison - 23.61 mi

Islla St. brewing creates “innovative and culturally rich small batch craft beer.” They are producing some of the very best micro craft beers, nothing like you will find anywhere else! They bring in ingredients that elevate and highlight each batch. Where else can you find “Strawberry or Pineapple Empanada IPAs” or one brewed with real pink Concha pan dulce? They also use garnishes with some that really stimulate the palate. Islla St. Brewing draw flavors and influence from unique fruits and spices tied to their “culture, history and contemporary influences.” It is their hope to impact the craft beer industry and bridge a cultural gap through a deeper and richer experience of flavor intended to inspire curiosity.

(903) 464-0030

Acopon Brewing Co

Craft Brewery in Dripping Springs - 24.25 mi

The Acopon Brewing Company was established by the same group who gave Dripping Springs The Barber Shop. Established to provide a focus on English-style ales, the team opened another taproom just a stone’s throw away from the Barber Shop's location. The name is taken from a “restorative or cordial medicine or application”. The taproom opened in September 2017. It provides a selection of craft beers – not just English ales. It even has wine, cider, and sodas for non-fans of craft beers. The brewery follows an “old world model where each town in Germany or England would have their own favorite local brewery”, and the beer could only be found and enjoyed there. They have board games for use by guests, and welcome dogs into the taproom. They don’t serve food, so guests are also welcome to bring food in.