Over the last few years, Orlando has been recognized as a craft beer destination. With so many breweries available in Orlando’s backyard, it would be shame not to check out a few. Whether it’s a light lager, a floral IPA or a sweet stout, there’s a handcrafted brew waiting at these 25 breweries.
Crooked Can Brewing Company
426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden
The Crooked Can is just 20 minutes away from I-drive, Disney, and downtown Orlando, making it the perfect spot to grab a beer before or after a busy day on the town.
Photo via Crooked Can Brewing Company/FacebookRockPit Brewing
10 W. Illiana St.
True to Rockpit’s motto, “No matter your taste for beer, we have something you’ll dig,” the brewery has a myriad of options from craft beer and IPAs to sours and seltzers.
Photo via Rockpit Brewing/FacebookPark Pizza & Brewing Company
6941 Lake Nona Blvd. Suite 100
Whether it’s in their dining room, bar, or patio, patrons can grab a wood-fired pizza and house-brewed beer at Park Pizza & Brewing Company.
Photo via Park Pizza & Brewing Company/FacebookOrlando Brewing
1301 Atlanta Ave.
Orlando Brewing has been offering its “darn good” beer since 2006. Brewing in accordance with the Reinheitsgebot German Purity Law of 1516, this hometown brewery is a must-visit.
Photo via Orlando Brewing/FacebookHourglass Brewing at Hourglass District
Various Locations
Hourglass uses carefully sourced ingredients in order to ensure their world-class beers have unique flavors. Check out one of their two locations in the Orlando-area.
Photo via Hourglass Brewing/FacebookRedlight Redlight
2810 Corrine Driveg
This brewery specializes in sour and wild beers. Situated right next to Park Ave. Records, Redlight Redlight is the perfect pre-game for some record shopping.
Photo via Redlight Redlight/FacebookBroken Strings Brewery
1012 W. Church St.
Enjoy a craft beer at this music-inspired craft brewery, while surrounded by a mural of iconic musicians like Janis Joplin, David Bowie, Prince, and Louis Armstrong.
Photo via Broken Strings Brewery/Facebook Credit: Photo via Broken Strings Brewery/FacebookEllipsis Brewing
7500 TPC Blvd. #8
What started as a 5-gallon homebrew kit has turned into the 7,500-square-foot Ellipsis Brewery. From IPAs to stouts, Ellipsis has something for everyone.
Photo via Ellipsis Brewing/FacebookToll Road Brewing Company
101 W. McKey St., Ocoee
This small craft brewery features in house beer and some guest taps as well. Check out their social media for information on their trivia and bingo nights.
Photo via Toll Road Brewing Company/FacebookHalf Barrel Beer Project
9650 Universal Blvd. #143
Half Barrel is constantly rotating their beer line-up and always has something new. Thanks to their half-barrel system, they’re able to create innovative and unique recipes.
Photo via Half Barrel Beer Project/FacebookMotorworks Brewing
131 N. Orange Ave. Suite 106
This Brandenton- based brewery opened up its Orlando location in 2019. Their outdoor patio or “beer garden” is filled with games and open seating to enjoy a cold beer.
Photo via Motorworks Brewing/FacebookIvanhoe Park Brewing Company
1300 Alden Road
Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company keeps things simple to create their high-quality craft beer. Check out their event calendar for their latest rotation of food trucks that set up shop outside the premises.
Photo via Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co./FacebookThe Bear and Peacock Brewery
1288 N.Orange Ave., Winter Park
The Bear and Peacock Brewery has tons of outside seating available in their patio. This hybrid brewery-distillery is the perfect place to grab a beer, if you’re in the Winter Park area.
Photo via The Bear & Peacock Brewery/FacebookOrange County Brewers
1117 International Pkwy. Suite 1701, Lake Mary
Orange County Brewers offers the best of both worlds with hand-crafted beer and tacos cooked on site by Tin & Taco; this Lake Mary brewery is surely worth the drive.
Photo via Orange County Brewers/FacebookPersimmon Hollow Brewing Co.
227 N. Eola Drive
Opened by two best friends in 2014, Persimmon Hollow is dedicated to making craft beer that is fun, a little weird, and artisanally made.
Photo via Persimmon Hollow Brewing Co./FacebookSideward Brewing Co.
210 N. Bumby Ave. Suite C
Operating out of a 100-year-old warehouse, Sideward Brewing Co. offers a rotating beer selection and kitchen bites from a full kitchen that’ll pair perfectly alongside a crafted cold brew. Covered outdoor patio seating is available.
Photo via Sideward Brewing Co./FacebookOviedo Brewing Company
1280 Oviedo Mall Boulevard #1095, Oviedo
This brew-pub offers amazing beers and delicious food that can be enjoyed at their spacious outdoor patio.
Photo via Oviedo Brewing Company/FacebookSanford Brewing Company
160 Independence Lane Suite B, Maitland
This dog and family friendly brewery-gastropub is located in historic Sanford. With live music every weekend and plenty of outdoor seating, it’s the perfect place to enjoy some good beer.
Photo via Sanford Brewing Company/FacebookDead Lizard Brewing Company
4507 36 St. Building C
Family-owned and operated, the Dead Lizard Brewing Company had its beginning out of a third-generation brewer’s garage. This is the perfect spot for beer, coffee, tea or Mama Lizard’s grilled cheese.
Photo via Dead Lizard Brewing Company/FacebookBowigens Beer Company
1014 FL-436, Casselberry
Bowigen’s is known for their friendly staff and great selection of beers. Stop in and try some of their seasonal beer offerings.
Photo via Bowigens Beer Company/FacebookTactical Brewing Co.
4882 New Broad St.
Founded by veterans and beer lovers alike, Tactical Brewing Co. continues to push the boundaries on their beer making process, as they chase the elusive “strategically chaotic beer”.
Photo via Tactical Brewing Company/FacebookCastle Church Brewing Community
6820 Hoffner Ave.
This brewery may double as a church and brewery space, but you don’t need to believe in God to grab a beer at the Castle Church Brewing Community.
Photo via Castle Church Brewing/FacebookTen10 Brewing Company
1010 Virginia Drive
Located on the north end of Orlando’s Mills 50 District, Ten 10 Brewing is the perfect spot to grab a cold brew or enjoy a hot sandwich.
Photo via Ten 10 Brewing Company/FacebookBrew Theory
400 Pittman St.
Established in 2017, this brewery features a taproom, beer lab and podcast space. Visitors can experience the science of beer at their indoor-outdoor patio bar.
Photo via Brew Theory/FacebookBig River Grille & Brewing Works
2101 Epcot Resorts Blvd.
Located at Disney’s boardwalk, Big River Grille & Brewing works features award-winning beers and spin-offs on fan-favorite pub snacks.
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