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Best breweries in Missouri, United States

We track 149 breweries in Missouri, United States. 6 rate Exceptional and 20 rate Great. Side Project Brewing in Maplewood leads the list at 4.91 (Exceptional).

The scale

  • 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.

Ranked breweries

  1. 1

    Side Project Brewing

    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.

    Rating
    4.91Exceptional
    Popularity
    Very widely rated
  2. 2

    Alma Mader Brewing

    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.

    Rating
    4.89Exceptional
    Popularity
    Well rated
  3. 3

    BKS Artisan Ales

    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.

    Rating
    4.76Exceptional
    Popularity
    Well rated
  4. 4

    Narrow Gauge Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    4.70Exceptional
    Popularity
    Widely rated
  5. 5

    Perennial Artisan 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.

    Rating
    4.49Exceptional
    Popularity
    Extremely widely rated
  6. 6

    Modern Brewery

    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.

    Rating
    4.45Exceptional
    Popularity
    Well rated
  7. 7

    Great Heart Brewing Co

    Olivette, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    4.42Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  8. 8

    Beard Engine Brewing Co.

    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."

    Rating
    4.38Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  9. 9

    Broken Hatchet Brewing

    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.

    Rating
    4.33Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  10. 10

    Pivo Project

    Kansas City, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    4.31Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  11. 11

    Blue Jay Brewing Company

    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!

    Rating
    4.28Great
    Popularity
    Lightly rated
  12. 12

    Hungry Hollow Brewing Company

    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!

    Rating
    4.28Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  13. 13

    Crossroads Brewery

    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.

    Rating
    4.26Great
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  14. 14

    9 Foot Brewing

    Blue Springs, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    4.26Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  15. 15

    Perennial on Lockwood

    Webster Groves, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    4.24Great
    Popularity
    Lightly rated
  16. 16

    Diametric Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    4.22Great
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  17. 17

    2nd Shift Brewing

    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.

    Rating
    4.20Great
    Popularity
    Widely rated
  18. 18

    Bluewood Brewing

    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.

    Rating
    4.20Great
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  19. 19

    Heavy Riff Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    4.19Great
    Popularity
    Well rated
  20. 20

    City Barrel Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    4.18Great
    Popularity
    Well rated
  21. 21

    KC Bier Co.

    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.

    Rating
    4.18Great
    Popularity
    Well rated
  22. 22

    Welco Brewing Project

    Smithville, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    4.16Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  23. 23

    The Atlas Saloon Brewery

    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.

    Rating
    4.15Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  24. 24

    Fringe Beerworks

    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.

    Rating
    4.15Great
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  25. 25

    After Hours Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    4.14Great
    Popularity
    Lightly rated
  26. 26

    Friendship Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    4.12Great
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  27. 27

    Transparent Brewing Company

    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!

    Rating
    3.97Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  28. 28

    Vine Street Brewing

    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!

    Rating
    3.96Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  29. 29

    Banter Brewing Company

    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!

    Rating
    3.96Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  30. 30

    Before and After Brewing

    Springfield, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    3.94Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  31. 31

    Rockwell Beer Co.

    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.

    Rating
    3.94Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  32. 32

    Strange Days Brewing Co.

    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.

    Rating
    3.94Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  33. 33

    Torn Label Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    3.93Fine
    Popularity
    Well rated
  34. 34

    Busch Family Brewing & Distilling

    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.

    Rating
    3.93Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  35. 35

    4 Hands Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    3.92Fine
    Popularity
    Extremely widely rated
  36. 36

    Wire Road Brewing Co.

    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 KΓΆlsch. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.

    Rating
    3.90Fine
    Popularity
    Lightly rated
  37. 37

    Show-Me Brewing

    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.

    Rating
    3.90Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  38. 38

    Paddle Stop Brewery

    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.

    Rating
    3.90Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  39. 39

    39th Street Brewery

    Kansas City, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    3.90Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  40. 40

    Logboat Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    3.90Fine
    Popularity
    Well rated
  41. 41

    3 Halves Brewing Co.

    Liberty, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    3.90Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  42. 42

    Up North Brewery

    North Kansas City, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    3.90Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  43. 43

    POG Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    3.89Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  44. 44

    Last Flight Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    3.89Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  45. 45

    Urban Chestnut Brewing Company

    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.

    Rating
    3.88Fine
    Popularity
    Very widely rated
  46. 46

    East Forty Brewing

    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.

    Rating
    3.88Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  47. 47

    Swarm Brewing

    Saint Charles, Missouri, United States

    Rating
    3.88Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  48. 48

    Boulevard Brewing Co.

    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.

    Rating
    3.88Fine
    Popularity
    One of the most-rated breweries anywhere
  49. 49

    Many Good Things Brewing Co

    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.

    Rating
    3.88Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  50. 50

    Sandy Valley Brewing Co.

    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.

    Rating
    3.87Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated

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