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Best Breweries in Maine, USA
1. Bissell Brothers Brewing Company
Portland, Maine, United States
Bissell Brothers was born out of a desire to make something from our deepest interests and passions that would become a separate entity; greater than the individual sums of its creators. We believe that great beer comes from a commitment to be constantly challenging the perceptions of what different styles of beers can actually become. The second we settle, the second we say that a beer has been taken as far as it can go, we start losing. The proverbial mountaintop exists only in our minds. Always be climbing, always be pushing forward. The next, and equally important commitment, is to the process. There is serenity to be found in even the most menial, repetitive task. There are always ways to improve yourself and your methods, hiding just below the surface. The parties, jokes, and fun we seem to be having? We have created our own world in which to reside, and we love sharing it with all those that want to partake. I promise you, there is no greater joy, professionally. The painfully fleeting span of the human life is much too short and precious to spend it being anything less than the best you can possibly be in your chosen vocation. We love the work we do, for its own sake. We spend every day trying to get better, and we treat the opportunity to give this beer to the people of Maine every week as the gift that it is. Thank you for drinking.
2. Maine Beer Company
Freeport, Maine, United States
Maine Beer Company produce's world class beer and is ranked #2 in Maine. They are most well known for "Lunch", which is an American IPA and "Peeper", which is an American Pale Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
3. Belleflower Brewing
Portland, Maine, United States
Belleflower is co-owned by the Page and Bonadies families. Our collaboration started ten years ago when Zach and Nick met as homebrewers who volunteered to help launch Trillium Brewing Company. After moving to Portland with his family, Zach worked at Lone Pine Brewing Company where he facilitated their expansion and brewed some great beers. Nick coordinated Trillium's expansion projects before combining creative energies with Zach, Melissa, and Katie to bring you Belleflower Brewing Company. Zach and Nick bring a combined fifteen + years of brewing and operations experience in the craft beer industry to Belleflower and co-lead both. Melissa is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master’s in Clinical Nutrition and manages Belleflower's food programs. Katie is a writer working for nearby artist studios and provides the creative direction behind Belleflower's voice. Belleflower is named after Nick’s family farm, which has been a gathering place for generations of family and friends for the past two centuries. Named for a beloved apple tree that fell many years ago, the trunk of the "belleflower tree" has since been repurposed as a decorative beam in the barn. Today it is a reminder of the enduring grit and ingenuity of New Englanders. Like the generations that came before us and the breweries that have raised us, Belleflower Brewing Company hopes to continue this legacy by creating a gathering place for many more generations to love.
4. Goodfire Brewing Co.
Portland, Maine, United States
Goodfire Brewing Co. produce's world class beer and is ranked #5 in Maine. They are most well known for "Prime", which is a New England IPA and "Waves", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Sours.
5. Definitive Brewing Company
Portland, Maine, United States
Definitive Brewing Company produce's flawless beer and is ranked #4 in Maine. They are most well known for "Definitive Ale", which is a New England IPA and "Behind The Light", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
6. Battery Steele Brewing
Portland, Maine, United States
Battery Steele Brewing produce's flawless beer and is ranked #6 in Maine. They are most well known for "Flume", which is an Imperial New England IPA and "Flume²", which is an Imperial New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
7. Austin Street Brewery
Portland, Maine, United States
Austin Street Brewery produce's flawless beer and is ranked #7 in Maine. They are most well known for "Patina Pale", which is an American Pale Ale and "Neverender", which is an Imperial New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
8. Mast Landing Brewing Co.
Westbrook, Maine, United States
Mast Landing Brewing Co. produce's world class beer and is ranked #8 in Maine. They are most well known for "Gunner's Daughter", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout and "Double Dry Hopped Tell Tale Pale Ale", which is an American Pale Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
9. Sacred Profane Brewing
Biddeford, Maine, United States
Sacred Profane Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #10 in Maine. They are most well known for "Dark Lager", which is a Dark Lager and "Pale Lager", which is a Pale Lager. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Lagers and Pale Lagers.
11. Grateful Grain Brewing Company
Monmouth, Maine, United States
Grateful Grain Brewing Company produce's high quality beer and is ranked #11 in Maine. They are most well known for "The Experience", which is a New England IPA and "Dragin Magick", which is an American Red Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
12. Marsh Island Brewing
Orono, Maine, United States
Marsh Island Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #14 in Maine. They are most well known for "Pulp Truck IPA", which is a New England IPA and "PB You, Who?", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
13. Trinken Brewing Co.
West Bath, Maine, United States
We strive to deliver high quality, unadulterated craft beer. The styles that we hold dear to our hearts are those from Bavaria, and this is our pledge to you, our patrons.
15. Fluvial Brewing
Harrison, Maine, United States
Fluvial Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #15 in Maine. They are most well known for "Tropic Dancer", which is a New England IPA and "River Haze IPA", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
16. Sasanoa Brewing
Westport Island, Maine, United States
Sasanoa Brewing is a rustic, coastal brewery located at Tarbox Farm on the end of an island. We find inspiration on the farm, from our natural surroundings, and the rocky coast of Maine. Our name comes from the Sasanoa River which flows past our farm connecting the Kennebec River to the Sheepscot River. We are proud to be Maine's first MOFGA certified organic brewery and one of 8 certified organic breweries in the country. Our first round of farm beers are brewed with 100% Maine grown organic ingredients including some from our own organic farm. We hope to continue to support organic grain farmers, organic hop growers, and organic malting facilities in Maine.
17. Oxbow Brewing Company
Newcastle, Maine, United States
Oxbow is an American farmhouse brewery specializing in traditional Belgian-style ales with contemporary American influence. We brew small batches of beer in a renovated barn in rural Newcastle, Maine. Our beers can be found in fine bars and restaurants throughout Maine, Vermont, New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore & Washington DC.
18. Allagash Brewing Company
Portland, Maine, United States
We’re an independent craft brewery in Portland, Maine. In addition to our signature Allagash White—a Belgian-style wheat beer—you’ll find wild, sour, barrel-aged, and spontaneously fermented beers to try as well. We’re a Certified B Corp; our founder, Rob, won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Wine, Spirits, or Beer Professional in 2019; and we’ve been recognized as one of Maine’s best places to work for seven years running. We hope you’ll feel the shared passion of our staff when you stop by. Beyond beer, we’re always working on becoming more sustainable in our brewing and supporting our Portland community. If you’re in the area, stop by and check out our tasting room!
19. Saco River Brewing Co.
Fryeburg, Maine, United States
Saco River Brewing Co. produce's exceptional beer and is ranked #9 in Maine. They are most well known for "Hornets' Nest", which is an Imperial IPA and "Lazy River IPA", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
20. Lone Pine Brewing Company
Portland, Maine, United States
Lone Pine Brewing Company produce's high quality beer and is ranked #19 in Maine. They are most well known for "Oh-J", which is an Imperial New England IPA and "Brightside IPA", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
21. Barreled Souls Brewing Company
Saco, Maine, United States
Founded in 2014 in Saco, ME. Known for Barrel aged Stouts, Barleywine, and Sours. Started with 100% Oak barrel fermentation process. Barreled Souls prides itself on crafting unique beers and styles.
22. Blaze Brewing Co.
Camden, Maine, United States
Blaze Brewing Co. produce's high quality beer and is ranked #20 in Maine. They are most well known for "Blinded By The Colors", which is an Imperial New England IPA and "Bayview", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
23. Foundation Brewing Company
Portland, Maine, United States
Brewing a full spectrum of beers since 2014 in Portland, Maine. Visit our tasting room on Industrial Way where all of our beers are made on-site, and experience our authentic Detroit-style square pizzas.
24. Banded Brewing Co.
Biddeford, Maine, United States
Banded Brewing Co. produce's high quality beer and is ranked #22 in Maine. They are most well known for "Veridian IPA", which is an American IPA and "Daikaiju DIPA", which is an Imperial IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
25. Cushnoc Brewing Co.
Augusta, Maine, United States
Cushnoc Brewing Co. produce's high quality beer and is ranked #23 in Maine. They are most well known for "Gigantic Dad Pants", which is a New England IPA and "All Souls", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
26. Outland Farm Brewery
Pittsfield, Maine, United States
Outland Farm Brewery is a small, family-owned brewery in Pittsfield, Maine. Providing fresh artisanal beers crafted from Maine-grown ingredients in a relaxed, beautiful, and family-friendly atmosphere.
27. Tributary Brewing Company
Kittery, Maine, United States
Join us for tastes of our ever-changing offering of brews. Enjoy a flight, four 4 ounce pours of the beer on tap, or 12 ounce glasses of your favorite. Our tasting room is large with a calming décor that evokes a cool pool of water. Sit at a long communal table with your friends or family, or meet your neighbors from near or far. Our bar overlooks the bright stainless tanks of the 15 barrel brew house, and our staff is friendly and knowledgeable about the beer and the beer-making process. Bring in your own food, whether snacks from home or one of the great food establishments in Kittery. Tap your toes or sing along with performers on a weekend afternoon.
28. Boothbay Craft Brewery
Boothbay, Maine, United States
Boothbay Craft Brewery produce's high quality beer and is ranked #27 in Maine. They are most well known for "Thirsty Botanist", which is a New England IPA and "633", which is an American Pale Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
29. Odd By Nature Brewing
Cape Neddick, Maine, United States
Serving 90’s Nostalgia In A Glass, Odd By Nature Opened In June 2021. We Are A Small Batch Nano Brewery In York Maine Specializing In Fruited Sours, Candy Beers, New England IPA’s & Pastry Stouts.
30. Bangor Beer Company
Bangor, Maine, United States
Bangor Beer Company produce's decent quality beer and is ranked #29 in Maine. They are most well known for "Catchphrase", which is a New England IPA and "Juri", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
31. Sidereal Farm Brewery
Vassalboro, Maine, United States
Sidereal Farm Brewery focuses on the science behind brewing. Chemistry, microbiology, and passion is what fuels us. Using our in house yeast lab (Sidereal Labs), we are able to weaponize the science of brewing in house. We have one of the largest brewing yeast/bacteria catalog on the east coast as well as a full scale lab worth of analysis equipment. We focus on historical beers, mixed fermentation, clean lagers, lots of oak and foudre beers, coolship spontaneous beers, high ABV stouts and everything in between! We are also a winery making wines, fruit wines, ciders, sakes and hybrids! We are also situated on a 23 acre organic produce farm with a fine dining open fire restaurant and a fermented coffee roastery. We believe using science as a weapon, passion and creativity can thrive. Whatever your fix is, we got you!
32. Bunker Brewing Company
Portland, Maine, United States
Bunker Brewing Company produce's decent quality beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "Machine", which is a Czech / Bohemian Pilsner and "Salad Daze", which is an India Pale Lager. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
33. Batson River Brewing & Distilling
Kennebunk, Maine, United States
Established in 2018, with craft and quality at the forefront of our brand, from our small-batched spirits to our craft beers brewed on site in southern Maine. Maine is home to one of the largest concentrations of craft brewers in the country, so we create all of our beers to stand out in every way. Our focus is on crafting modern beers, fresh takes on classic styles that pay homage to traditional brewing techniques. Brewed on site in our Wells location we feature an ever-changing lineup, with each location featuring a variety of beers on tap, click the link below to explore what is currently pouring.
34. Rusty Bus Brewing Company
Lewiston, Maine, United States
We have been home brewing for over 6 years. Our love for it started when our kids bought us a home-brew kit with extract brewing and quickly progressed not to long after to partial mash, all grain brewing. Brewing turned into one of our favorite hobbies. We loved traveling too many breweries throughout New England meeting others who had the same passion as we did. With that being said we knew we wanted to open our own brewery/taproom to share with other craft beer lovers. Along one of our craft beer tours we came across an old rusty bus sitting in the woods, this is where our name comes from although we didn’t want to base it on a school bus so we opted for a VW bus. We are turning our passion and love of craft beer into a reality by opening Rusty Bus Brewing in downtown Lewiston. We are excited to be part of the downtown community!
35. Gneiss Brewing Company
Limerick, Maine, United States
Gneiss Brewing Company produce's good quality beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Weiss", which is a Wheat Beer and "Sonnenschein", which is a Kölsch. Their primary focus is brewing Wheat Beers and IPAs.
36. Liquid Riot
Portland, Maine, United States
At Liquid Riot, we put passion into everything we do. We pride ourselves on the quality and integrity of our liquids; bottled, canned, or on tap. Drawing inspiration from the past, yet constantly looking forward, we offer you the highest quality, without exceptions. Thank you for choosing Liquid Riot, we genuinely hope you enjoy our riot of liquids!
37. Marshall Wharf Brewing Co.
Belfast, Maine, United States
Marshall Wharf Brewing Company is a locally owned and operated craft brewpub located on the waterfront of Marshall's Wharf in beautiful Belfast Bay. We hand craft beers in small batches with Maine-grown grain and a commitment to quality, consistency, and variety. Our brewery is a community hub where all are welcome to enjoy our inspiring setting that celebrates the aesthetics and culture of coastal Maine. We love what we do, where we do it, and who we do it with!
38. Odd Alewives Farm Brewery
Waldoboro, Maine, United States
When Odd Alewives Farm Brewery founders John and Sarah McNeil decided to open a brewery, they did so with the motivation to create a unique and engaging beer experience that would combine their talents as brewers, farmers, and artists. After much searching they found the perfect farm, within the historic midcoast village of Waldoboro. The newly renovated 1850’s barn, which now houses the brewery and tasting room, is surrounded by 22+ acres of gardens and forest and offers visitors a beautiful rural setting to gather and celebrate. OAFB's mission is to create beer that refreshes, and sustains the hardworking body and mind. As a result our farmhouse ales focuses on the honesty of the product, variability of the seasons, and purity of the ingredients.
39. Mason's Brewing Company
Brewer, Maine, United States
Mason's Brewing Company produce's good quality beer and is ranked #33 in Maine. They are most well known for "Hipster Apocalypse", which is an American IPA and "Liquid Rapture", which is an Imperial IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
40. XOTA Brewing Company
Waterboro, Maine, United States
XOTA Brewing Company produce's fine quality beer and is ranked #37 in Maine. They are most well known for "Officium", which is an American IPA and "Xavier", which is an American Red Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
41. Black Pug Brewing
Brunswick, Maine, United States
Black Pug Brewing produce's decent quality beer and is ranked #40 in Maine. They are most well known for "THAI.P.A", which is a New England IPA and "Flat Face Kölsch", which is a Kölsch. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
42. Monhegan Brewing Company
Monhegan, Maine, United States
Monhegan Brewing Company is a family owned and operated small brewery. Owned by Matt and Mary Weber, residents of Monhegan Island, and also Mary's father, Danny McGovern. Danny began his brewing career in 1992 when he opened Lake St. George Brewing Company. He went on to brew at other midcoast Maine breweries for the last 20 years prior to taking the plunge into brewery ownership again. A respected member of the Maine brewing community, Danny (a self-proclaimed hophead) specializes in delicious "big" IPAs and spectacular malt-forward stouts. He oversees every brew at Monhegan Brewing Company while passing on his craft to Matt and Mary. Our craft brewery is located on Lobster Cove road on the edge of the village. Adjacent to Matt and Mary's house and Matt's lobster trap yard, ours is a 7 barrel system and likely the only one in the U.S. you can't drive a car to! We use all Weyerman German malt and a wide array of hops, some grown right on the island. The local farmer's co-op uses our spent mash to fertilize and mulch their numerous plots and also their hop yard. We brew 8 months a year, April through the end of November, with the last few batches aging over the winter months.
43. Turning Page Farm Brewery
Monson, Maine, United States
Turning the Page in the next chapter of our lives is all about following our passions. For Joy this was goats and artisan cheese, for Tim it was all about beer. Our farm has developed into a place where we do what we love. Living our intentions. Tim’s extensive experience as a beer connoisseur (avid beer drinker) led to an interest in brewing during our eight years in Munich, Germany. Living in Bavaria provided ample opportunity to drink the rich lager beers that make Munich famous but variety was lacking. He found mentors and a peer group that offered a chance to explore and create other types of beer as well. This period also offered the opportunity to step into the commercial brewing world as an occasional guest brewer at Richelbrau. Our hope is to bring small batch freshness to our beers and small town charm to our tasting room. Life in Munich was centered on beer gardens and the leisurely pace of life sitting under shade trees or tents eating pretzels and cheese while sampling local beers. Our hope is to bring a piece of that to you when you visit our farm.
44. Fogtown Brewing Company
Ellsworth, Maine, United States
Fogtown Brewing Company opened in 2017 as Ellsworth's first production brewery. We brew lagers, IPAs, Belgian styles, barrel-aged sours, stouts, hard seltzers, cider, and much more. Our Ellsworth location features an outdoor Beer Garden, and woodfired pizza (spring/summer/fall). Our downtown Bar Harbor taproom & kitchen has up to 18-tap lines pouring Fogtown brews, and snacks and food specials.
45. SoMe Brewing Company
York, Maine, United States
York's original brewery, SoMe Brewing Co. opened in 2013 by father and son Dave and David Rowland. Stop by the tasting room on Route 1 in York for 12 beers on tap and cans to go. If you're in the area, check out our sister brewery, York Beach Beer Company. Find us in ME, NH, MA, RI, NY and PA.
46. Airline Brewing Company
Amherst, Maine, United States
Rural Maine brewery specializing in British styled beers and Real Cask Ales. The brewery is located on the Airline Rd (Route 9) in Amherst between Bangor and Canada. A tasting room offers a selection of the beers Thursday through Sunday. Airline Brewing just opened its doors at their new English themed Pub in downtown Ellsworth. They are serving ten lines of kegged beer but their specialty is traditional cellar conditioned hand pulled real cask ales.
47. Side By Each Brewing Co.
Auburn, Maine, United States
Side By Each Brewing Co. is a small brewery with a big tasting room, offering frequently changing beers in a wide variety of styles, with the unifying themes of creativity, diversity, respect for tradition, and uncompromising quality. We have growlers and mini-kegs to go, filled to order with a nifty machine that preserves the beer’s quality far longer than your average tap-filled jug. Starting early, we make CBD coffee and espresso drinks and sell locally made pastries. We'll fill your growlers in the morning, too, and if you want us to pour you a morning beer, who are we to judge? Pinky D’s Poutine Factory slings lunch and dinner from their new kitchen inside our space. A few times a year, we’ll put on sweet special events, and there will always be friends and families hanging out, a great community gathering space – and did we mention, awesome beer?
48. Ambition Brewing
Wilton, Maine, United States
Ambition Brewing produce's decent quality beer and is ranked #45 in Maine. They are most well known for "Stop. Hammock Time", which is a Cream Ale and "Spottah T.E.A. Series - Chaga", which is a Bitter - Session / Ordinary. Their primary focus is brewing Amber Ales and IPAs.
49. Rising Tide Brewing Company
Portland, Maine, United States
Rising Tide Brewing Company is an independent, family-owned brewery that anchors Portland, Maine’s vibrant East Bayside neighborhood. We are guided by creative flavors, quality, consistency, community, and a love of all things outdoors. Rising Tide supports our farmers, using local ingredients in every beer.
50. Woodland Farms Brewery (Maine)
Kittery, Maine, United States
Woodland Farms Brewery (Maine) produce's fine quality beer and is ranked #46 in Maine. They are most well known for "Blinky", which is a New England IPA and "Galaxy", which is an American Pale Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.