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Best breweries in Cincinnati, Ohio

Within 13 miles of Cincinnati we track 46 breweries. 7 rate Great. Fabled Brew Works in Erlanger leads the list at 4.49 (Great).

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

    Fabled Brew Works

    Erlanger, Kentucky, United States

    Fabled Brew Works produce's high quality beer and is ranked #1 in Kentucky. They are most well known for "Misty Mountain IPA", which is a New England IPA and "Unlitigated Sea Monster", which is a Mexican Lager. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Beers and IPAs.

    Rating
    4.49Great
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  2. 2

    Wandering Monsters Brewing Co.

    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.

    Rating
    4.28Great
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  3. 3

    Streetside Brewery

    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.

    Rating
    4.27Great
    Popularity
    Widely rated
  4. 4

    Hofbräuhaus Newport

    Newport, Kentucky, United States

    Hofbräuhaus Newport produce's high quality beer and is ranked #6 in Kentucky. They are most well known for "Jubiläum", which is a Märzen and "Hofbrauhaus Dunkelweizen", which is a Wheat Beer. Their primary focus is brewing Wheat Beers and Amber Lagers.

    Rating
    4.25Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  5. 5

    Third Eye Brewing Company

    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!

    Rating
    4.14Great
    Popularity
    Well rated
  6. 6

    Mellotone Beer Project

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Rating
    4.14Great
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  7. 7

    Brink Brewing Co

    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.

    Rating
    4.13Great
    Popularity
    Well rated
  8. 8

    Alexandria Brewing Company

    Alexandria, Kentucky, United States

    Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for latest beer releases, events, and news. We are about 15 minutes south of Cincinnati. Located at 7926 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria KY 41001

    Rating
    3.98Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  9. 9

    GlendAlehouse Brewery

    Glendale, Ohio, United States

    GlendAlehouse Brewery is still unproven but has a lot of potential and has a limited variety of different ones to choose from. They are most well known for "Lake Park Porter", which is an American Porter and "Barn Cat", which is a Lager. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Beers and IPAs.

    Rating
    3.95Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  10. 10

    Urban Artifact

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Urban Artifact produce's high quality beer and is ranked #29 in Ohio. They are most well known for "The Gadget", which is a Fruited Sour and "Keypunch", which is a Fruited Sour. Their primary focus is brewing Sours and Pale Ales.

    Rating
    3.94Fine
    Popularity
    Very widely rated
  11. 11

    Nine Giant Brewing

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Nine Giant Brewing produce's good quality beer and always has a new beer for you to try. They are most well known for "Save Ferris", which is a Berliner Weisse and "Magical Colors", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.

    Rating
    3.93Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  12. 12

    Nine Giant Brewing

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Nine Giant Brewing produce's good quality beer and always has a new beer for you to try. They are most well known for "Save Ferris", which is a Berliner Weisse and "Magical Colors", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.

    Rating
    3.93Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  13. 13

    Esoteric Brewing Co.

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Esoteric Brewing Co. produce's decent quality beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "Lotus IPA", which is an American IPA and "Kallima Coffee Cream Ale", which is a Cream Ale. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.

    Rating
    3.91Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  14. 14

    HighGrain Brewing

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Rating
    3.91Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  15. 15

    Northern Row Brewery

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Northern Row Brewery & Distillery started crafting traditional style beers in OTR back in 2017. We strive to offer a broad variety of tastes for our customers including German lagers, seasonal beers and a solid offering of barrel aged beers.

    Rating
    3.90Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  16. 16

    Knox Joseph Brewing Company at OTR Still House

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Knox Joseph Brewing Company at OTR Still House produce's good quality beer and has a decent variety of ones to choose from. They are most well known for "Robot Hands", which is a Session IPA and "Good News Everybody!", which is a German Pilsner. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.

    Rating
    3.90Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  17. 17

    Barleycorn’s Brewhouse

    Wilder, Kentucky, United States

    Barleycorn’s Brewhouse is a new twist on a classic, hometown brand. At Barleycorn’s Brewery, we understand that rich history, local brands, and really good beer creates an experience that combines familiar feelings with a new, creative environment for a diverse demographic. Barleycorn’s Brewery will reflect the original Barleycorn’s restaurants by using the same brand standards, combining its logo, colors, and aesthetic in and outside of the building, while supporting the other restaurants with its unique brews. The Brewery will add a new layer to this originality by crafting beers, brews and specialty foods in its test kitchen. The result will be an accommodating environment for returning Barleycorn’s customers, in addition to a new wave of brewery buffs, sports fans, and college students.

    Rating
    3.88Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  18. 18

    Taft’s Brewing Company

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Based in the great state of Ohio, Taft’s Brewing Co. is an award-winning brewery that’s been pouring fresh, flavorful libations and serving fine fare since its founding in Cincinnati, Ohio in 2015.

    Rating
    3.87Fine
    Popularity
    Widely rated
  19. 19

    Hi-Wire Brewing

    Norwood, Ohio, United States

    We produce approachable and balanced beers in the heart of Asheville NC, the little circus town we call home. Find our lagers and ales in grocery stores, restaurants, and bottle shops across NC, SC, TN, OH, KY, GA, AL, & VA.

    Rating
    3.86Fine
    Popularity
    Very widely rated
  20. 20

    Braxton Brewing Company

    Covington, Kentucky, United States

    Braxton Brewing Company produce's decent quality beer and is ranked #15 in Kentucky. They are most well known for "Storm", which is a Cream Ale and "Tropic Flare", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.

    Rating
    3.86Fine
    Popularity
    Widely rated
  21. 21

    MadTree Brewing Company

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    MadTree puts purpose in every pour. Founded in 2013, MadTree has always been driven to craft great beer - but more importantly - to build something bigger than themselves and the high-quality beer they produce. Since the beginning, MadTree has cared deeply about creating meaningful connections with their communities. They embrace their namesake and work to celebrate and protect nature while reducing their impact on the environment. They are proud members of 1% for the Planet, with a commitment to donate 1% of sales to non-profits focused on environmental sustainability. The craftspeople at MadTree wake up every day to connect people to nature and each other. MadTree. Inspiring Madness. Rooted in Purpose.

    Rating
    3.85Fine
    Popularity
    Very widely rated
  22. 22

    Fifty West Brewing Company

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Stretching across the country, U.S.Route 50 passes through 12 states from Ocean City, Maryland to Sacramento, California. It’s our pleasure at the Fifty West to serve you tastes of Americana from this fabled road trip. We thrive to provide each customer an experience as fond and memorable as a long haul across the country with your co-pilot riding shotgun. At Fifty West, every beer is a journey. Join us for the ride.

    Rating
    3.84Fine
    Popularity
    Widely rated
  23. 23

    Fifty West Brewing Company

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Stretching across the country, U.S.Route 50 passes through 12 states from Ocean City, Maryland to Sacramento, California. It’s our pleasure at the Fifty West to serve you tastes of Americana from this fabled road trip. We thrive to provide each customer an experience as fond and memorable as a long haul across the country with your co-pilot riding shotgun. At Fifty West, every beer is a journey. Join us for the ride.

    Rating
    3.84Fine
    Popularity
    Widely rated
  24. 24

    Darkness Brewing

    Bellevue, Kentucky, United States

    Darkness Brewing produce's decent quality beer and is ranked #30 in Kentucky. They are most well known for "Mayan Sacrifice", which is an Imperial White / Golden Stout and "Man on the Moo", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Beers and IPAs.

    Rating
    3.83Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  25. 25

    Rhinegeist Brewery

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Our name, Rhinegeist, translates to "Ghost of the Rhine" and refers to our place in the historic Over-the-Rhine Brewery District in Cincinnati. We smile while we sweat and brew beers where the first sip calls for the third.

    Rating
    3.82Fine
    Popularity
    Extremely widely rated
  26. 26

    Fibonacci Brewing Company

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Fibonacci Brewing Company is a unique majority woman-owned nanobrewery and urban farm that offers a one-of-a-kind experience with an onsite Airbnb. They are the only urban farm brewery in the country and source locally for the majority of their beers through local farms and ingredients grown onsite and nearby. In addition to goats, chickens, and honeybees on their urban farm, they provide a local farmers market on the first Sunday of the month from May through November, with SNAP and Produce Perks, to address food insecurity in their city. Fibonacci Brewing Company also values equity and inclusion and offers a variety of programs, such as an Ellequate certification, Aunt Flow, Read in Color, Women Helping Women Ask for Lexi bystander training and intervention, and free Wi-Fi to support digital equity in their community. For more information, please visit our website at www.fibbrew.com.

    Rating
    3.81Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  27. 27

    Gilligan's Brewery

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Rating
    3.81Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  28. 28

    Little Miami Brewing Company

    Milford, Ohio, United States

    A small neighborhood brewery located in downtown historic old Milford right on the Little Miami River and Bike Trail. We serve Brick Oven pizzas and fresh, small batch, craft beers brewed in our American made, 7-Barrel Brewing system.

    Rating
    3.78Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  29. 29

    Bircus Brewing Co.

    Ludlow, Kentucky, United States

    ONE FOR ALL! ~ BIRCUS, where the surreal world of circus meets the simple love of beer, will deliver a jaw-dropping, thirst-defying brewery experience. Our performers will juggle clubs, breathe fire, hula hoop, walk on kegs and amaze on the trapeze and aerial silks at the Ludlow Theatre and area venues serving our brew. Raise a glass, see a circus and toast to all.

    Rating
    3.78Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  30. 30

    Karrikin Spirits Co.

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Karrikin Spirits Company is a Cincinnati based craft distillery and restaurant in Fairfax, committed to exploring our love of flavors with the community. Now brewing craft beer for our tap room and contract brewing and private labeling for others.

    Rating
    3.77Fine
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  31. 31

    Paradise Brewing

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Paradise Brewing produce's fine quality beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Flat Tire Amber Ale", which is an American Red Ale and "All American IPA", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing Amber Ales and IPAs.

    Rating
    3.77Fine
    Popularity
    Lightly rated
  32. 32

    West Side Brewing

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Whether you’re a craft beer aficionado or just want some tasty brew and bites, a local west sider or an east sider looking to explore, all are welcome to make West Side Brewing their new spot to hang with friends, throw a bit of cornhole, or watch the game.

    Rating
    3.77Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  33. 33

    Dead Low Brewing

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Rating
    3.76Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  34. 34

    Geo. Wiedemann Brewing Company

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    German immigrant George Wiedemann began brewing Wiedemann’s Fine Beer way back in 1870. He had moved from Cincinnati, where he was brewmaster at Kauffmann Brewery in Over-the-Rhine, to Newport, where he partnered with John Butcher at the Jackson Street Brewery. That’s where Wiedemann’s beer was born and the legend began. George later bought out his partner and incorporated as the Geo. Wiedemann Brewing Co. in 1878. A few years later he bought the Constanc Brewery in Newport, adding a large malt house and hillside lagering cellars to his operations. Wiedemann’s quickly grew to be among the area’s favorite beers, including a golden Bohemian lager for which it’s still famous today. Thirst-quenching and always refreshing, Wiedemann’s beers were known throughout the region for their full flavor and consistent high quality. And the Wiedemann brewery’s open-air taproom became a popular gathering place for the community. That’s the time-tested tradition to which the new brewery in St. Bernard is still dedicated. We hope you’ll stop in and taste it for yourself, fresh from the barrel.

    Rating
    3.76Fine
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  35. 35

    Cincinnati Lager House

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Rating
    3.73Fine
    Popularity
    Lightly rated
  36. 36

    Wooden Cask Brewing Company

    Newport, Kentucky, United States

    We carefully brew each drop in honor of the three things that enable us to brew perfection. Time, Taste and Tradition. We spend as much time as it takes to get each beer right. We honor old world brewing traditions, ensuring we use methods rooted in quality not efficiency. And finally taste, there is no point to brewing our beers unless we make taste superior products.

    Rating
    3.57Poor
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  37. 37

    Happy 2 Brewing Company

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Happy 2 Brewing Company produce's good quality beer and has a decent variety of ones to choose from. They are most well known for "Also Amber", which is an Amber Lager and "Cloudy Clough Pike", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.

    Rating
    3.53Poor
    Popularity
    Barely rated
  38. 38

    Mt. Carmel Brewing Company

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Every Farmhouse has a story. Ours is a little different. It began in the storm cellar of a home built in 1924 where a stainless steel kettle and a family's dedication formed the cornerstone of Mt. Carmel Brewing Company. Established in 2005, Mt. Carmel reestablished Cincinnati's brewing frontier. Today, our extended family of brewers and neighbors continues to push it forward. We invite you to become a part of the Mt. Carmel story.

    Rating
    3.52Poor
    Popularity
    Well rated
  39. 39

    Big Ash Brewing

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    Award winning microbrewery with Cincinnati's first 28 pour-your-own tap system, wine, small-batch spirits, cocktails, live music and dog friendly outdoor covered patio open year round. Located in Anderson Twp, Cincinnati, OH. 5230 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio in the Skytop Pavilion.

    Rating
    3.52Poor
    Popularity
    Modestly rated
  40. 40

    13 Below Brewery

    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

    13 Below Brewery produce's unproven beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "West Coast IPA", which is an American IPA and "Gravensteen", which is a Traditional Ale. Their primary focus is brewing Amber Ales and IPAs.

    Rating
    3.50Poor
    Popularity
    Lightly rated

Showing the top 40 of 46 breweries we track here. The full list is in the app.