Metro area
Within 13 miles of Michigan City-La Porte we track 6 breweries. None currently rate Great or better. Hunter’s Brewing in Chesterton leads the list at 3.93 (Fine).
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.
Chesterton, Indiana, United States
Chesterton's original brewery and premier craft beer destination. We offer handcrafted boutique house beers, curated eclectic guest taps and bottles, and a selection of cider, mead, wine, and spirits. Stop in for a pint, a flight, and our house beer to go! Tag us @huntersbrewing, #chestertonbeer #chestertonoriginal
Michigan City, Indiana, United States
Burn ’Em Brewing was established in February 2013. We are striving to bring our creativity in the way we brew and what we brew with, along with our never-ending passion of the brewing industry to produce the finest and most unique brews in our region. We love to brew good beer, and we know YOU love to drink good beer. If you do the math...
New Buffalo, Michigan, United States
Beer Church Brewing Co. produce's decent quality beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Pontius Pilate", which is a New England IPA and "Crooked Cross", which is a Cream Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Michigan City, Indiana, United States
The legacy began back in 1871, when Bavarian immigrant Philip Zorn Jr —the son of a signature brewer—migrated to Michigan City to start his own microbrew venture. After managing Busch & Brandt Brewery in Chicago for over 20 years, he was determined to create a thriving establishment of his own…and settled at the corner of 9th and York Streets. Here, the Zorn Brewing Company was rumored to have used a spring-fed well to produce up to 15,000 barrels of fresh beer a year, including iconic brands such as Pilsenzorn, Grain State and Golden Grain. Even during Prohibition, the Zorn name survived by using the facility to make soda pop. Eventually, Zorn Brewing Company changed its name to Dunes Brewery and was passed down to Philip’s son, Ron, before closing its doors in 1938. Today, we have brought that brewing tradition back to life in Michigan City. We intend to revitalize a cherished piece of history and introduced a new series of exceptional craft beers to rival any of the past. We invite you to experience a new sense of excitement to the Elston Grove area, and taste our brews in a warm, inviting, comfortable, and fun new setting. Michigan City’s oldest microbrewery is now its newest. Stop in to the NEW Zorn Brew Works Co. and let us show you that crafting the perfect beer is still an art. One that is meant to be enjoyed to the fullest. Your new favorite is waiting here.
New Buffalo, Michigan, United States
The Sima Family has owned the 3.5-acre site where Ghost Isle now sits since the 1950’s when Jim’s grandfather purchased hundreds of acres in New Buffalo, MI. The Brewery overlooks 156 acres of wetlands that was donated by the Sima Family to Chikaming Open Lands, a non-profit organization that now maintains this Michigan state-designated “critical wetlands.” The beautiful, sweeping wetlands view to be enjoyed by patrons of Ghost Isle carries the name “Louis J Sima Great Lakes Marsh,” after Jim’s beloved Grandfather Louis J Sima. “Ghost Island” itself sits to the left and west of the brewery, and takes its name from generations of residents who played there as children and teens, and who claim there is supernatural activity on the island. Our 10 barrel system is American made from American Beer Equipment out of Lincoln, Nebraska. The steam-powered brewhouse is highly efficient and its automated features allows for easy brewing. Our brewery consists of 4 fermenters and 8 serving tanks, giving us the ability to offer a wide selection of styles. As we continue on our journey we plan to dive into the depths of experimentation and create unique beers and flavors to keep it new and exciting.
Michigan City, Indiana, United States
Shoreline Brewery is a brewery and restaurant located near the shores of Lake Michigan in Michigan City, Indiana. Twelve beers are always on tap, including the World Beer Cup Award winning Beltaine Scottish Ale and Singing Sands Oatmeal Stout, and seasonal beers, including but not limited to, Michigami, Chester Brown and Happy New Beer. In the thirteen years of existence, Shoreline Brewery has evolved and grown into so much more than just a brewery. The ever growing list of beers is the main focus to pleasing those who enjoy a pint, but the restaurant is also as important to those who enjoy a wonderful dining experience as well. The chef at Shoreline Brewery has vast knowledge and experience in fine dining and brings that element to the pallet of those who visit the brewery. One can get a fantastic pub burger or Shoreline Mac and Cheese, and still have the option of choosing an entrée such as a Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spinach, Artichoke, Sun Dried Tomato, Feta and Basil, accompanied by Roasted Garlic Smashed Potatoes and a Julienne Vegetable Saute. Shoreline Brewery is also proud to play host to families in a smoke-free environment and gives them the opportunity to become even closer. The atmosphere in the restaurant is warm, comforting and makes for a very pleasurable experience. Cheers!
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