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We track 351 breweries in Ohio, United States. 8 rate Exceptional and 42 rate Great. CLAG Brewing Company in Sandusky leads the list at 4.74 (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.
Sandusky, Ohio, United States
CLAG Brewing Company produce's flawless beer and is ranked #1 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Papa Bui", which is an Imperial IPA and "Khazilla", which is an Imperial IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Chagrin Falls, Ohio, United States
Crooked Pecker Brewing Co. produce's flawless beer and is ranked #2 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Accidental Anderson", which is a New England IPA and "One Time At Space Camp", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Newark, Ohio, United States
Opening in Nov. of '17, DankHouse currently uses our 10bbl system to cultivate our visions into flavor packed beers, one small batch at a time. We specialize in IPA's, fruited kettle sours, and stouts. We were named as one of the country's top 12 new breweries of 2018 by the team at Hop Culture. DankHouse has also been featured in Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine's New Brewery Spotlight.
Marengo, Ohio, United States
Hoof Hearted Brewing produce's world class beer and is ranked #3 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Konkey Dong", which is an Imperial IPA and "Roller Blabe", which is an Imperial IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Athens, Ohio, United States
Established in 2005, Jackie O’s Brewery has evolved over the years to include an experimental Brewpub, Public House Restaurant, Production Brewery & Taproom, Bake Shop and the Barrel Ridge Farm – all of which are located in Athens, Ohio / Southeastern, Ohio. Jackie O's specializes in brewing techniques that revive traditional methods and also incorporate contemporary elements and influences. We strive to brew one of the most diverse beer portfolios in the country, with a detailed and unique focus on barrel & wood aged beers, wild ales, and blending.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
On the fringe of the downtown business district, Masthead Brewing Co's industrial chic taproom was once a 1921 car dealership. Masthead is best known for New England IPAs, their 2018 GABF gold medal winning Midwest Red IPA, and a full kitchen focusing on Neapolitan-style pizzas.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
We're a small family-run brewery and kitchen in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Noble Beast has a large taproom and restaurant with a full kitchen serving lunch and dinner.
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, United States
Missing Mountain Brewing Co. produce's world class beer and is ranked #11 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Zwickel Trickle", which is a New England Pale Ale and "Mustaches And Man Buns", which is an Imperial New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Sours.
Columbiana, Ohio, United States
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Columbus, Ohio, United States
Derive Brewing Company produce's flawless beer and is ranked #6 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Friends Out West", which is an Other IPA and "Thunderkiss Morning Froth", which is a Cream Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Shelby, Ohio, United States
Black Fork Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #27 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Kolsch", which is a Kölsch and "RED IRISH ALE", which is an Irish Red Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Hofbrauhaus Columbus Brewery & Restaurant produce's high quality beer and is ranked #19 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Hefe Weizen", which is a Wheat Beer and "Dunkel", which is a Munich Dunkel Lager. Their primary focus is brewing Wheat Beers and Pale Lagers.
Fresno, Ohio, United States
Wooly Pig Farm Brewery produce's high quality beer and is ranked #16 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Schwarzbier", which is a Schwarzbier and "Rustic Helles", which is a Helles Lager. Their primary focus is brewing Pale Lagers and Dark Lagers.
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Half Baked produce's high quality beer and is ranked #22 in Ohio. They are most well known for "HIGHpa", which is a New England IPA and "Wake -N- Bake Snickers", which is a Pastry Stout. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Wandering Monsters Brewing Co. produce's high quality beer and is ranked #35 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Bossie", which is a Farmhouse Ale and "Mayor MOOken: Strawberry", which is a Milkshake IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
When it comes to our beer, we firmly believe that a brewery can be utterly fearless in its creativity and deadly serious about its craft. If it’s undertaken with exacting care and standards, there’s no such thing as a “gimmick” beer. We craft classic traditional styles, we put our twist on industry trends, and we make wild experiments, all with the same high standards and attention to detail. For us, beer is a blank canvas that can express many things to many people, whether that’s the core craft enthusiast, a potentially wider audience, or somewhere in between. As the beverage market widens into other categories, we still believe there is a beer for everyone. And since that’s all we make, we strive to ensure it’s some of the best in the country.
Rayland, Ohio, United States
Hightower Brewing Company produce's world class beer and is ranked #12 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Hilltop Haze IIPA", which is a New England IPA and "Peanut Butter Porter", which is an Other Porter. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Sours.
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Gemüt Biergarten produce's high quality beer and is ranked #18 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Woden’s Hunt Dunkel", which is a Munich Dunkel Lager and "Alfheim Hefeweizen", which is a Wheat Beer. Their primary focus is brewing Pale Lagers and Dark Lagers.
Grand Rapids, Ohio, United States
An American Farmhouse Brewery. A barrel aged brewing project with the desire to unearth our regions wild terroir. A deep appreciation for our craft and the land it comes from guides everything we do.
Akron, Ohio, United States
Hoppin’ Frog Brewery is a small, hands-on brewery in Akron, Ohio crafting award winning beers in the most flavorful styles. We brew the highest quality beer with an uncompromising focus on detail, from ingredient selection all the way through the brewing process.
Minerva, Ohio, United States
Sandy Springs Brewing Company is a 5 bbl brewery owned and operated by a husband and wife team. We are located in Downtown Minerva, Ohio in the historical filling station. We feature craft beer that is brewed on site as well as a lite food menu.
Huber Heights, Ohio, United States
Alematic Artisan Ales produce's high quality beer and is ranked #25 in Ohio. They are most well known for "C.R.E.A.M.", which is a Cream Ale and "Paint It Black", which is a Black IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Wooster, Ohio, United States
Hometown microbrewery serving fresh, handcrafted, award-winning American Beer. With 14 house made beers on tap at all times and a constantly rotating selection, there is always something for everyone. We specialize in American, German, Belgian, British and New World inspired styles. Although we are known for our award winning IPAs, Hefeweizens & Stouts, we are always coming up with new brews that a perfect for craft beer snobs & domestic brew drinkers alike! BYOF (Bring Your Own Food)
Jackson, Ohio, United States
Sixth Sense Brewing produce's exceptional beer and is ranked #13 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Murk Juice", which is a New England IPA and "Murkimus Juicimus", which is an Imperial New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Hofbräuhaus Cleveland produce's high quality beer and is ranked #26 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Hefeweizen", which is a Wheat Beer and "Dunkel", which is a Munich Dunkel Lager. Their primary focus is brewing Wheat Beers and Pale Lagers.
Youngstown, Ohio, United States
Noble Creature Wild Ales & Lagers produce's high quality beer and is ranked #33 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Ohvercast", which is an American IPA and "Petrushka", which is a Russian Imperial Stout. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Sours.
Lakewood, Ohio, United States
Opening in April 2026 after over a decade of development, Birdtown Brewing is a unique Lakewood, Ohio, brewery located inside the stunningly restored, 100-year-old former St. Gregory the Theologian Catholic Church on Quail Street. The spacious 260-capacity venue features soaring vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows, and a 32-foot bar, offering house-brewed traditional lagers and ales alongside West Side-exclusive pizzas from Geraci’s. The venue includes a main beer hall, a lower-level bar with pinball, and an outdoor patio.
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Louis Hoster founded his brewery in Columbus, OH in 1836. With a great recipe and a lot of hard work he built the brewery into one of the largest in Ohio. Hoster Gold Top became Columbus’ Lager. Today, this great Columbus tradition is reborn, and Hoster beer once again flows from the taps of its native city.
Ashtabula, Ohio, United States
Cloven Hoof Brewing Company produce's high quality beer and is ranked #30 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Gibson's Glory", which is a New England IPA and "Sailing Goat", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Chardon, Ohio, United States
Eleventhree Brewing produce's high quality beer and is ranked #17 in Ohio. They are most well known for "DDH Later Ago", which is an American IPA and "Annual Fishing Trip", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Sours.
Hudson, Ohio, United States
Green Valley Brewing Co produce's high quality beer and is ranked #38 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Happy Daze", which is a New England IPA and "Ever Evolving", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Located in the historic Moe's Tavern that served as the inspiration for the early writers of The Simpsons. A nano brewery serving up crafted beers, bites, cocktails, and sourdough pizza with a hint of nostalgia.
Mason, Ohio, United States
sonder (n) - the realization that each person is Uniquely Crafted. Just like every person has a unique story, so does every beer. Sonder Brewing offers Uniquely Crafted beers distributed in Ohio, KY and Indiana. Visit our Mason, Ohio Taproom and Beer Garden or our Taproom and Kitchen in West Chester, Ohio.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
The Jolly Scholar produce's high quality beer and is ranked #32 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Cold Beer Here!", which is an American Lager and "Henry's Law (Wheat IPA)", which is a White / Wheat IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Powell, Ohio, United States
Located in Powell, OH, our brewery excels in IPAs, Lagers, & seasonal brews, all inspired by the great outdoors. We blend our love for nature with our passion for crafting distinct, adventurous beers.
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
We have been making beer and other hand-crafted beverages for friends and family for over 20 years. It is a labor of love that we want to share with you in a casual yet inspiring local setting where folks just want to chill and have a good time. We aim to create a range of beers and other hand-crafted beverages to meet a wide variety of tastes - even for non-beer drinkers!
Gahanna, Ohio, United States
Crafted Culture Brewing Company is central Ohio's first black-owned brewery. Creating opportunity through support and promotion of equity and inclusion throughout the craft beer industry. Founded by Anthony "Sizzle" Perry, Peyton, and brewer Zac Baaske #beerthechange
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
A communal brewpub with a modern approach to classic brewing techniques and rustic farmhouse fare. We embrace local flavors, artisan producers, heirloom ingredients and heritage meats.
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Brink Brewing Co produce's high quality beer and is ranked #43 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Moozie", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout and "Hold the Reins", which is a Mild. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Middleburg Heights, Ohio, United States
Fat Head’s Brewery is one of America’s most award-winning breweries, with a combined 47 Great American Beer Festival and World Beer Cup medals since its founding in 2009. From it new production facility/Beer Hall in Middleburg Hts., Ohio, Fat Head’s produces a wide-ranging portfolio, from renowned IPAs to open-fermented Hefeweizens to a beloved fruit beer and a myriad of inspired seasonal brews and one-offs. Evolving from a progressive craft beer bar to a neighborhood brewpub to a nationally recognized regional brewery, Fat Head’s holds strong to its commitment to make beers that people love to drink. It does so, all the while not taking itself too seriously, as evidenced by its mantra: Chill Out Man, Have A Beer™.
Whitehall, Ohio, United States
2 Tones Brewing Company produce's decent quality beer and is ranked #41 in Ohio. They are most well known for "2 Tones IPA", which is an American IPA and "Crumble", which is a Specialty Grain. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Pickerington, Ohio, United States
Combustion Brewery & Taproom produce's high quality beer and is ranked #46 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Combustion IPA", which is an American IPA and "Blueprint", which is a Blonde / Golden Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
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