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We track 346 breweries in Texas, United States. 5 rate Exceptional and 67 rate Great. Baa Baa Brewhouse in Brookshire leads the list at 4.66 (Exceptional).
Exceptional
A short list of extraordinary breweries worth planning a trip around.
Great
Consistently produce world-class beer.
Fine
Make genuinely good beer, if not the pint you will still be talking about next year.
Poor
Not bad beer so much as unremarkable beer.
Limited
Most craft beer drinkers pass these by.
Brookshire, Texas, United States
Baa Baa Brewhouse is a small, independent, family owned and operated brewery in Brookshire, TX. We have been operational since April 2016. Location Details: Brewery is 1/2 mile south of I-10 on Fm 359. Address-- 539 Fm 359 Rd S, #7 Brookshire, TX 77423
Dallas, Texas, United States
Celestial Beerworks produce's flawless beer and is ranked #3 in Texas. They are most well known for "Double Stars", which is an Imperial New England IPA and "Triple Stars", which is a Triple New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Sours.
Austin, Texas, United States
Pinthouse Brewing produce's exceptional beer and is ranked #6 in Texas. They are most well known for "Electric Jellyfish", which is a New England IPA and "Training Bines", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Austin, Texas, United States
Set on a working ranch in the Texas Hill Country, Jester King is a farmhouse brewery focused on beers of depth, balance, and place. We’re known for mixed-culture, oak-aged wild ales often matured in barrel and bottle-conditioned for nuance — and for a modern clean program that prizes hand-selected hops and advanced hop products to create dry, expressive IPAs that feel distinctly Jester King. We use Texas ingredients when they elevate the beer, especially TX fruit like Poteet grown strawberries and Fredericksburg grown peaches. Today our portfolio spans world-recognized wild ales alongside cutting-edge IPAs, lagers, and stouts — approachable yet nuanced, brewed with patience and intention.
Houston, Texas, United States
SpindleTap Brewery produce's exceptional beer and is ranked #11 in Texas. They are most well known for "Houston Haze", which is a New England IPA and "Heavy Hands", which is an Imperial New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Meads.
North Richland Hills, Texas, United States
False Idol Brewing produce's world class beer and is ranked #5 in Texas. They are most well known for "Fenris Park", which is a Wheat Beer and "Ragnarök", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Houston, Texas, United States
Brash Brewing Company has been a long-time goal of beer lover, Ben Fullelove. Ben owned a bar in Texas that became an obstacle to his plans to establish a brewery because of the state’s three-tier laws. Difficulty finding a good location for the brewery also served as hindrance to Ben’s plans. The Brash Brewing Company came to life when he finally decided to move to Ipswich, Massachusetts. Brash Brewery quickly became popular for its big, bold and unique flavors of beers. Brash Brewing Company continues to experiment on new styles and flavors of beers that would set new trends in the beer community.
Waller, Texas, United States
Location Six produce's high quality beer and is ranked #17 in Texas. They are most well known for "Blood Stripe", which is an American Red Ale and "Hey! Do-Nuts In the Breakroom!", which is a Russian Imperial Stout. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Wild Barley Kitchen & Brewery produce's high quality beer and is ranked #47 in Texas. They are most well known for "Safety Meeting", which is an Other IPA and "Sedona", which is a Red IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Marshall, Texas, United States
Our mission is multifold. First to create a destination experience like no other, with a mix of well crafted traditional beers along with a selection of creative new modern and experimental styles. Second is to create a family friendly brewery environment where the entire family can enjoy an evening of modest pub food, locally crafted beer, music, and community (a true Public House) A public house was designed as a place where the common man could enjoy the local community and get a drink. Finally, we want to be part of reviving the beautiful Marshall downtown. We designed the rooftop deck to highlight the historic courthouse and promote a downtown nightlife experience filled with entertainment, shopping, and food options all around the walkable courthouse square. On the square in Marshall, TX there is something for everyone so come and spend an evening or a weekend exploring all that we have to offer. ...and don't forget to grab a six pack or two to go.
Amarillo, Texas, United States
Pondaseta Brewing Co is a small production and taproom brewery in the Texas Panhandle. Pondaseta has two locations, one in Canyon, and one in Amarillo. We opened in November 2018. We focus on making the highest quality craft beer for the Texas Panhandle.
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Longtab is an award winning, veteran owned brewery in San Antonio, Texas which honors the history, culture, and veterans of US Army Special Forces, or “Green Berets”. Longtab gives back to the Special Forces veteran community through beer dedications and fundraisers.
Houston, Texas, United States
Equal Parts Brewing produce's flawless beer and is ranked #4 in Texas. They are most well known for "Entropic", which is an American IPA and "Loggerbier", which is a German Pilsner. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Bedford, Texas, United States
Turning Point Beer produce's exceptional beer and is ranked #8 in Texas. They are most well known for "$Texas", which is an Imperial New England IPA and "A Nu Start", which is a Triple New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Spring, Texas, United States
Excalibur Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #21 in Texas. They are most well known for "Blood of Brian Boru", which is an Irish Red Ale and "Moat Juice", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Farmers Branch, Texas, United States
ODD Muse Brewing Company is dedicated to producing quality handcrafted beer to be enjoyed with friends, family, and community. We focus on quality and dedication to craft in order to produce unique, robust, and complex beers that can be enjoyed by all types of beer lovers. Our beer is brewed with passion under the idea that although we all come from different backgrounds, with different beliefs and opinions, we can all come together and share a common appreciation for good friends, good times and great beer.
Nederland, Texas, United States
Buckstin Brewing Company produce's high quality beer and is ranked #22 in Texas. They are most well known for "Not The Momma!", which is a New England IPA and "Easy Breesy Blonde", which is a Blonde / Golden Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Austin, Texas, United States
Meanwhile Brewing Company produce's world class beer and is ranked #13 in Texas. They are most well known for "Secret Beach", which is an American IPA and "Tender Robot", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Austin, Texas, United States
Since 1997, Live Oak Brewing Company has been committed to producing delicious lagers and ales for the enjoyment of passionate beer drinkers of Austin, Texas, and beyond. We source only the best authentic ingredients, and use a time-consuming mash and secondary lagering process. The result has achieved both regional and national acclaim, but more importantly, the satisfaction of loyal beer drinkers who appreciate our beer-making efforts. Recently, Live Oak Brewing was named one of The 50 Best American Breweries of the 2010s by Paste Magazine.
Adkins, Texas, United States
Cactus Land Brewing Co. produce's high quality beer and is ranked #25 in Texas. They are most well known for "Lucas", which is an Other Pilsner and "Peanut Butter Milk Stout", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Beers and IPAs.
Austin, Texas, United States
Oddwood Brewing produce's world class beer and is ranked #12 in Texas. They are most well known for "Saison (Batch 001)", which is a Saison and "Taming the Savage Heart", which is a Sour. Their primary focus is brewing Saisons and IPAs.
Conroe, Texas, United States
Fass Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #23 in Texas. They are most well known for "Old Town", which is an Altbier - Traditional and "Miracle City Pils", which is a German Pilsner. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Conroe, Texas, United States
This isn’t a brewery, this is a lab where we tinker and experiment to develop truly unique, hand-crafted beverages. A place where the main ingredient is risk, and the final products are one-of-a-kind. Ours is a sanctuary for styles and flavors that few other breweries in the United States create. It’s why we were named “Best New Brewery in Texas” the year we opened, and why we won’t stop doing what we love until we’re recognized as one of the best craft breweries in the world. From clean, crisp Pilsners to big boozy stouts to tart, fruit-forward sours, we have all the styles covered.
Austin, Texas, United States
Batch Craft Beer and Kolaches is an Austin, family-owned and operated kolache bakery, taproom, and retail craft beer shop. Our pastry chefs elevate the classic Central Texas Czech pastry to gourmet status by teaming up with Micklethwait Craft Meats and local fruit vendors. The curated beer selection features the best of local breweries, the exploding domestic craft beer scene, and the newest and oldest breweries in Europe and beyond.
Dallas, Texas, United States
Manhattan Project Beer Company is available across Dallas-Fort Worth! We have a selection of American and Belgian inspired ales, including the always crowd favorite, Half-Life. We look forward to sharing a beer with you!
Cedar Park, Texas, United States
Located in Cedar Park, Texas, Red Horn Coffee House and Brewing Co. offers fresh house roasted coffees and house brewed beer. With a focus on supporting other local artisans, Red Horn also offers locally sourced baked goods, charcuterie, cheeses, sodas, kombucha, wine, and a variety of sandwiches, salads and other artisan coffee and craft beer. Whether it’s sitting at the bar, lounging on a couch, or listening to local live music, our atmosphere is laid back and inviting. Come hang out with us.
Pearland, Texas, United States
We are a small family owned micro-brewery operated by spouses Valle & Lori. We are family and dog friendly. The name, Valle, is an Estonian family name handed down from generation to generation. We pronounce it Val for short. Hence, the pronunciation of Val-N-sons. We brews many different beers, some regularly, while others will be quick creative outbursts based on input from family, friends, & guests. Our goal is to have a variety of beers on tap so we can satisfy the cravings of craft beer lovers or those who are new to craft beer. All of our beers are crafted using the finest ingredients available. Some of our beers include IPAs, Porters, Ambers, Stouts, Wheats, Sours, etc. We will also have several seasonal beers available. In honor of Pearland’s history, we proudly paid tribute to our hometown through the naming of our 3 flagship beers: The Settler’s Oatmeal Stout in honor of the early Pearland Settlers; The Depot Pale Ale named after the historic train station built in 1900; and The Advocate Amber Ale named after Pearland’s first newspaper. Similar to the The Depot in its day, we hope Vallensons’ will be the next gathering place for friends & families! In 2019, we won 4 U.S. Open Beer Championship medals: GOLD for our Settlers' Oatmeal Stout & 3 Bronze for our CrafTEA Peach Pale Ale, Pink Cherry Berliner Weisse, & ExBERRYmental Fruit Beer. In 2020, our Settlers' Oatmeal Stout brought home 2 more medals: a GABF GOLD medal & a U.S. Open Beer Championship Silver!
Beaumont, Texas, United States
Struggle Street Brewing Company produce's high quality beer and is ranked #30 in Texas. They are most well known for "PB&J StruggleTart", which is a Berliner Weisse and "Red Headed Stranger", which is an American Red Ale. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Beers and Wild Ales.
Conroe, Texas, United States
Copperhead Brewery has been located in downtown Conroe, TX for 11 years. We make incredible beer, that's on style, and easy to drink, from our light lager to our Imperial Stout. Our fully remodeled, very comfortable, air conditioned taproom has a 25 ft long bar, and great decorations. We have a covered outdoor patio area that is the perfect place to be if you enjoy great beer and we have some great games to play on the patio
Arlington, Texas, United States
Division Brewing is Arlington’s first locally owned and operated brewery. We provide true hand-crafted beer to the citizens and visitors of Arlington. With a combined experience of over 20 years of home brewing beer and a strong local and neighborhood following, we are extremely excited to share our product with a wider audience. In upholding the basic standards of brewing, we seek to elevate the beer drinker’s experience by introducing unique flavor combinations on a regular basis. Our belief is that people want quality, creativity and variety. Division serves clean, refreshing light ales, such as blondes, wheats, and hoppy India pale ales. We also brew malty amber beers, as well as dark porters and stouts. Our “Sour Division” which ferments at warmer temperatures, ages with oak and sometimes fruit to create tart, fruity and mouth puckering sour beers.
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Back Unturned Brewing Co produce's high quality beer and is ranked #37 in Texas. They are most well known for "Dream Juice", which is a New England IPA and "Riverwalk Pale Ale", which is an American Pale Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Lubbock, Texas, United States
Good Line Beer Co. produce's high quality beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "Clouds of Fog", which is a New England IPA and "Floating In Space", which is a New England Pale Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Dallas, Texas, United States
Oak Cliff Brewing Co is a 3-vessel, 30bbl brewery and taproom located in South Dallas. Beer-making is more than a craft for us. It's how we tell our stories. We are proud to be in South Dallas, located in the hidden city of Oak Cliff.
Houston, Texas, United States
Turkey Forrest Brewing produce's high quality beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "TF/FT", which is an American Pale Ale and "Thanks For Noticing", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
San Antonio, Texas, United States
The Künstler Brewing concept derives from Head Brewer and Owner, Vera Deckard’s German heritage and her love for making quality craft beer. Along with her husband and co-owner, Brent Deckard, they are determined to create a one-of-a-kind brewpub in San Antonio that incorporates handcrafted beers with moderately priced modernistic German cuisine. All beers are designed and brewed by Vera Deckard.
Weatherford, Texas, United States
Edgewise Eight Brewing is a startup brewery hell bent on producing some of the highest quality beers based on owners Colt, Clifton, and Barney Ellis’ award winning beer recipes accompanied by savory, quick serve cuisine. Utilizing multiple years of professional and personal brewing experience, Edgewise Eight Brewing will create beers custom tailored for the local and surrounding regional areas of Weatherford and Parker County with a focus on quality and drinkability.
Austin, Texas, United States
We built Fast Friends on the values of creating positive change and inspiring people to DO/good, LOVE/big, and LIVE/now. Tucked away from the bustle of traffic, Fast Friends sits on three and a half acres of lush green space just south of downtown Austin. It’s part oasis, part retreat, and all about fostering human connection over good food and good beer. We combine craft brewing, farm-to-table culinary, wellness and philanthropy into a unique hospitality experience that's unlike anything else in Austin. Stop in, say howdy and enjoy a breezy afternoon under the canopy of live oaks. There's something for everyone here, and we've never met a stranger.
Magnolia, Texas, United States
Lone Pint Brewery produce's high quality beer and is ranked #39 in Texas. They are most well known for "Yellow Rose", which is an American IPA and "The Jabberwocky", which is an Imperial IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Brown Ales.
New Braunfels, Texas, United States
Guadalupe Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #48 in Texas. They are most well known for "Texas Honey Ale", which is a Strong Ale - American and "Scotch Ale", which is a Scotch Ale / Wee Heavy. Their primary focus is brewing Strong Ales and Dark Beers.
Austin, Texas, United States
Hold Out Brewing is a brewpub. We make beer 8 barrels at a time; we smash burgers two patties at a time; good times are had in aggregates of both. Find us in old west Austin, across the courtyard from Better Half Bar.
Waco, Texas, United States
Balcones Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #45 in Texas. They are most well known for "Promise", which is a Bitter - Best and "Lucid", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Columbus, Texas, United States
Hound Song Brewing Co is Colorado County's first and only brewery and scratch kitchen. We are located in the historic Harbert's Garage in beautiful downtown Columbus, where we focus on traditional German, Czech, and American beer styles, as well as rotating small batch and seasonal options which change throughout the year. In addition, Hound Song Brewing Co offers a full wine list, ciders, and made to order cocktails! When you visit, come hungry! Hound Song Brewing Co has a full scratch kitchen featuring expertly crafted pub grub and one of the best burgers and Reubens between Houston and San Antonio!
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