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We track 149 breweries in Missouri, United States. 6 rate Exceptional and 19 rate Great. Side Project Brewing in Maplewood leads the list at 4.91 (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.
Maplewood, Missouri, United States
Side Project Brewing produce's exceptional beer and is ranked #1 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Balaton (Blend #2)", which is a Flanders Oud Bruin and "Merci (Blend #3)", which is a Wild Ale - American. Their primary focus is brewing Saisons and Wild Ales.
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Alma Mader is a brewer owned and operated brewery specializing in hop-forward ales and lagers, and barrel-aged treats. We bridge tradition and innovation, with a steadfast dedication to brewing quality-driven and intentional beers that guide us into the future. We draw from our collection of education and experiences to brew exceptional beer, made and served by thoughtful people.
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
BKS Artisan Ales produce's flawless beer and is ranked #3 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Counterculture", which is a New England IPA and "Clouds", which is an Imperial New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Florissant, Missouri, United States
Narrow Gauge Brewing Company produce's world class beer and is ranked #3 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Double Dry Hopped Fallen Flag", which is a New England IPA and "Double Dry Hopped (DDH) Cloud City", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Established in 2011, Perennial Artisan Ales is a small-batch microbrewery located at 8125 Michigan Avenue in St. Louis City. The 9,200-square-foot brewery includes a dedicated, temperature-controlled fermentation and barrel-aging cellar. Perennial also has a 3,200-square-foot tasting room, as well as a patio, onsite. We bottle about 25 different beers a year, focusing on Belgian-style ales, Imperial stouts, Berliner Weisses, and barrel-aged beers, utilizing local ingredients as much as possible.
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Modern Brewery is a vibrant microbrewery based in St. Louis, MO, known for crafting bold and innovative beers. Since its founding, Modern Brewery has been dedicated to pushing the boundaries of craft brewing while maintaining a deep connection to the local community. Alongside our ever-evolving beer lineup, our brewery is home to The Kings Oak, a lively restaurant, nestled in the Kings Oak Neighborhood, offering a curated menu that complements their signature brews. Whether you're a beer connoisseur or just discovering craft beers, Modern Brewery provides a unique and inviting space for all.
Alba, Missouri, United States
Steampunk inspired brewery/taproom located within the 100 yr old historic building which was home to the well renowned Old Miners Inn French Restaurant for 3 decades in Alba,Mo. We focus on the European style Ales and Lagers as well as the American Styles which have become so popular in the craft beer movement."
Belton, Missouri, United States
Broken Hatchet Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #8 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Burnt District Blonde W/Coffee", which is a Blonde / Golden Ale and "Cass County Juice", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Cassville, Missouri, United States
Hungry Hollow Brewing is a small specialty/big beer brewery. We use old hillbilly technology as our foundation ~ Meaning: Using what you got to make things work before buying something new; without sacrificing quality!
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Blue Jay Brewing Company is owned and operated by Jay and Nicole Thompson. We take pride in being part of St. Louis’ rich brewing history. Our goal is to create award winning lagers, brewed in small batches, served in a family-friendly, comfortable atmosphere that helps grow the community and bring us all closer together. We’re located in Midtown, three short blocks from CITYPARK. We are happy to announce that we have opened our doors! Come see us and have a beer!
O'Fallon, Missouri, United States
Crossroads Brewery produce's high quality beer and is ranked #24 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Litta Bitta Citra", which is an American IPA and "Party!Party!Time", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Lee's Summit, Missouri, United States
Diametric Brewing Company produce's high quality beer and is ranked #10 in Missouri. They are most well known for "TD Tossin'", which is a New England IPA and "Crimson Bog", which is a Sour. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
2nd Shift Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #14 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Art of Neurosis IPA", which is an American IPA and "Little Big Hop", which is a Session IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Bluewood Brewing (St. Louis, MO) is a microbrewery located in the historic Benton Park neighborhood, built within the old Lemp Brewery Stables on the famous Cherokee Street strip. Operating on a 5 bbl brewhouse and 1 bbl pilot brewhouse, Bluewood offers unique artisan ales as well as barrel-fermented and barrel-aged products with vastly complex styles.
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Heavy Riff Brewing Company is the first brewery to open in the storied neighborhood known as Dogtown. We use traditional brewing methods to craft classic beer styles as well as experimental varieties. The brewery soundtrack features the greatest rock songs from over the years.
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
City Barrel Brewing Company produce's high quality beer and is ranked #16 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Rad AF", which is a New England IPA and "Space Dragon", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Sours.
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Since 2014, KC Bier Co. has pursued a simple mission: to brew and serve authentic-tasting German-style bier with the same character, flavor and freshness as the bier brewed and consumed in Germany using only imported German malt, hops and yeast and traditional German brewing methods. The largest locally-owned brewery in Kansas City, KC Bier Co. offers its bier in its Bierhalle and Biergarten in Kansas City, all throughout the Kansas City metro area, statewide in Kansas and in most of Missouri. For more information, visit www.kcbier.com.
Lee's Summit, Missouri, United States
Fringe Beerworks produce's high quality beer and is ranked #20 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Freshly Squeezed Grapefruit Wheat", which is a Wheat Beer and "Madam X (w/ Coffee)", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Beers and IPAs.
Wentzville, Missouri, United States
After Hours Brewing Company produce's decent quality beer and is ranked #38 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Tropical AF", which is a Berliner Weisse and "Grandad Nick's Black Walnut Brown", which is a Brown Ale - Imperial. Their primary focus is brewing Wild Ales and Sours.
Wentzville, Missouri, United States
Friendship Brewery is a Brewery dedicated to creating small batch, accessible and sustainable beers. The brewing experience at Friendship is well over 100 years combined.
Grandview, Missouri, United States
Transparent Brewing Company is a microbrewery in Grandview, MO, dedicated to high-quality craft beer and community connection. We focus on wide-variety, small-batch beer, sustainable practices, and providing a family-friendly environment with both indoor and outdoor spaces, including a dog park. Stop by for unique beers, taco-inspired food menu, and friendly vibes!
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Vine Street Brewing Co. is in Kansas City’s Historic 18th & Vine District. Brewing with a mission to craft beers and experiences fermented in the spirit of Jazz and Hip-Hop. Tap into the culture!
Springfield, Missouri, United States
Welcome to Springfield's first Southside brewery! We've got delicious craft brews and seltzer, wines, cocktails, and a laidback atmosphere. We believe that connecting with our friends, family, and neighbors is what makes life good! We're family and dog friendly and offer games, and nightly specials. Join us for a beer and some Banter!
Excelsior Springs, Missouri, United States
The brewery uses the famous waters of Excelsior Springs to brew the German beers of old. The saloon is an historic Schlitz bar that served one of the most popular German lagers in America. Many of our beers are named for the twenty-nine mineral springs that people from all over country came to enjoy the healing qualities of the water. Hopefully our beer can help heal your mind and soul.
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Rockwell Beer Co. produce's high quality beer and is ranked #25 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Passing Clouds", which is a Wheat Beer and "Byrd Up!", which is a Rye Beer. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Strange Days Brewing Co. produce's fine quality beer and is ranked #46 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Estranged", which is a Belgian Strong Dark Ale and "Channel Surfing", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Torn Label Brewing Company produce's fine quality beer and is ranked #34 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Alpha Pale", which is an American Pale Ale and "Monk & Honey", which is a Belgian Pale Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Defiance, Missouri, United States
Busch Family Brewing & Distilling is still unproven but has a lot of potential and has a decent variety of ones to choose from. They are most well known for "Adolphus German Pilsner", which is a German Pilsner and "Gussie Bavarian Lager", which is a Helles Lager. Their primary focus is brewing Pale Lagers and IPAs.
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Founded in the LaSalle Park neighborhood in 2011, 4 Hands Brewing Company has grown to become the largest craft brewery in the St. Louis area. Brewing a wide range of year-round, seasonal and limited release beers, 4 Hands is also home to 1220 Spirits, a botanically inspired craft distillery; Withered Oak, a line of uniquely finished and artfully blended whiskeys; and 4 Hands Cannabis Company, a collection of hemp-derived THC beverages. With a strong focus on community support and philanthropy, the brewery has given back over $450,000 to local nonprofits through its City Wide Mission.
Battlefield, Missouri, United States
Wire Road Brewing Co. produce's fine quality beer and is ranked #37 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Spirit Horse", which is a New England IPA and "Cool Hand Kolsch", which is a Kölsch. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Springfield, Missouri, United States
Show-Me Brewing produce's fine quality beer and is ranked #35 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Belgian Saison", which is a Saison and "St. Louie Stout", which is an Oatmeal Stout. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
New Haven, Missouri, United States
Paddle Stop Brewery is a microbrewery and taproom in New Haven Missouri with a paddling theme near the Missouri River that brews a variety of beer styles in a 5BBL system. All beers are fermented in Oak Foeders.
Columbia, Missouri, United States
Logboat Brewing Company produce's good quality beer and is ranked #36 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Snapper IPA", which is an American IPA and "Bobber Lager", which is a Pale Lager. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Cleveland, Missouri, United States
POG Brewing Company produce's fine quality beer and is ranked #49 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Soup Sandwich", which is a Brown Ale - English and "100’ Flightline", which is an English IPA. Their primary focus is brewing Wheat Beers and Pale Ales.
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States
Last Flight Brewing Company produce's good quality beer and is ranked #46 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Toad Strangler IPA", which is an American IPA and "Blackbird", which is a Dark Lager. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Sours.
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Urban Chestnut Brewing Company, with three locations in St. Louis, is an unconventional-minded yet tradition-oriented brewer of craft beer. We like to call our unique brewing philosophy Beer Divergency - a 'new world meets old world' brewing approach wherein UCBC contributes to the 'revolution' of craft beer with artisanal creations of modern American beers, and pays 'reverence' to the heritage of beer with classically-crafted offerings of timeless European beer styles.
Blue Springs, Missouri, United States
East Forty Brewing produce's decent quality beer and is ranked #45 in Missouri. They are most well known for "Right Track IPA", which is an American IPA and "Big Head Red", which is an Other Red Ale. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Beers and IPAs.
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Boulevard Brewing Company has grown to be the largest specialty brewer in the Midwest, with full or partial distribution currently in 41 states and Washington D.C. Since 1989 our brewery has remained dedicated to the craft of producing fresh, flavorful beers using traditional ingredients and the best of both old and new brewing techniques. Our selection of fine ales and lagers include the Midwest's best-selling craft beer, Boulevard Unfiltered Wheat Beer, our flagship Boulevard Pale Ale, and The Smokestack Series line of artisanal beers. We are proud to be Kansas City's Beer.
Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States
Many Good Things Brewing Co produce's good quality beer and has a decent variety of ones to choose from. They are most well known for "Juicy Juan", which is a New England IPA and "Frog Bones", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Amber Ales.
Hillsboro, Missouri, United States
We are a small batch, experimental brewery nestled at the edge of the Ozarks in Hillsboro, Missouri. We specialize in brewing beers with locally farmed and foraged ingredients to showcase the bounty of ingredients gifted to us by the land and those that tend to it. When working with any ingredient, we always ensure it is equitably, ethically, and sustainably sourced.
Bucyrus, Missouri, United States
Founded in 2010, Piney River Brewing Company is a farm brewery dedicated to making distinctive craft beers that celebrate life in the Ozarks. We have a taproom, The BARn, at our brewery in Bucyrus where all of our beers can be tasted and purchased. Our beers that are packaged for retail sale are canned and meant to be enjoyed in nature.
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