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Best BreweriesWashington, Washington DC, United States
1. Lost Generation Brewing Company
Washington, Washington DC, United States
Beer drives us. It unites us. We painstakingly choose the best hop lots to make IPA that inspires, take time and care with our lagers to make sure they will amaze, and hand pick our aging program barrels to ensure that what comes out will always impress. We believe that if you’re going to do it, do it right and do it well. And that’s because we make beer for people we love: family, friends, neighbors, and even those who are just goddamned thirsty. In here we believe that each pour is an invitation to be one of us. As Gertrude Stein once said, “You are all a Lost Generation.” In here we hold that to be true. We are all one and the same, so let’s raise a glass and have a beer together.
2. Georgetown Trading Co.
Washington, Washington DC, United States
Producers of fine whiskey and ale. James E. Pepper "1776" Ale is aged in freshly dumped Rye Whiskey Barrels that previously held our award-winning James E. Pepper "1776" Rye Whiskey. Made in a partnership with the Beltway Brewing Co. craft brewery in Sterling, VA.
3. Third Hill Brewing Co.
Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
Third Hill Brewing Co. is a place to get away, unwind, connect with friends- and make some new ones- all while enjoying some delicious craft beer. All are welcome! We value the diversity of our community that makes our home truly amazing. Come by and let’s “make some memories.”
4. Silver Branch Brewing Company
Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
Silver Branch Brewing Company is a multi-state production brewery with taprooms in Maryland and Virginia. Silver Branch was founded by Christian Layke and Brett A. Robison in March 2019. As long-time beer lovers with an appreciation for the four major brewing cultures, they brew and serve excellent beer inspired by European and American beer traditions. Silver Branch’s beers are multi-dimensional so that the last sip of your last beer is as pleasing as the first sip of your first beer. The original Silver Branch Lagerhaus & Biergarten is located in the heart of Downtown Silver Spring right next to the Silver Spring red line metro station. Our newest addition, Silver Branch Warrenton Station, is located in the heart of Old Town Warrenton right next to Main Street and walking distance to the Warrenton Greenway Trail.
5. Bluejacket
Washington, Washington DC, United States
Bluejacket was built to be a brewery without boundaries, allowing Beer Director Greg Engert and Director of Brewery Operations Ro Guenzel to create beers across the broadest range of styles and flavors possible. At Bluejacket, understanding of and respect for the traditions and techniques of classic brewing coexist with a spirit of constant experimentation, innovation, and collaboration, leading to delicious beers that showcase seasonality, culinary inspiration, and historic interpretation. Expect beers that range from intensely flavored to subtly nuanced; that offer something distinctive and satisfying for every palate and every plate; and that reflect equally the past, present, and future of genuine craft brewing. Soon, the brewery will begin shipping to carefully selected restaurants, bars, and retail outlets throughout the region.
6. Port City Brewing
Alexandria, Virginia, United States
Since 2011, Port City Brewing Company has been brewing award-winning craft beer. We are a reliable and innovative brewery of delicious, well-balanced beers which are true to style and celebrate their raw ingredients.
7. Babycat Brewery
Kensington, Maryland, United States
Born from a love of nature, pets, family and beer, BabyCat brewery will forever be dedicated to crafting excellent craft beverages and ensuring you, your family and your friends feel right at home every time you visit us.
8. DC Brau Brewing Company
Washington DC, Washington DC, United States
When co-founders Brandon Skall and Jeff Hancock opened the doors to their brewery in 2011, DC Brau Brewing Company became the first packaging brewery inside the District of Columbia since 1956. DC Brau’s signature brews include: The Public (Pale Ale), The Corruption (IPA), The Citizen (Belgian-style Ale), Brau Pils (German-style Pilsner), and Penn Quarter Porter (Robust Porter), with seasonal and special brews available throughout the year including the award-winning On the Wings of Armageddon (Double IPA). For more information on DC Brau, visit http://www.dcbrau.com, and follow on social media @dcbrau.
9. Streetcar 82 Brewing Co.
Hyattsville, Maryland, United States
Streetcar 82 Brewing Co. produce's fine quality beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Fancy Nancy", which is a New England IPA and "Livin' the HyLife", which is a Coffee Stout. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
10. Denizens Brewing Co.
Riverdale Park, Maryland, United States
Denizens Brewing Co. is a craft brewery with locations in Silver Spring, MD (Barrel House & Beer Garden) and Riverdale Park, MD (Production House & Taproom). Both locations offer outdoor seating, pickup, and Denizens also delivers. With 5 flagship brands and an expansive sour and barrel-aging program, Denizens has made over 100 beers since opening, and there are no plans of slowing down. Owned and founded by Emily Bruno, Jeff Ramirez, and Julie Verratti, Denizens is the only majority women- and minority- owned and operated brewery in Maryland and a proud member of the Silver Spring, MD and Riverdale Park, MD communities.