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Best Breweries on the East Coast You Must Visit

Traveling down the border of Eastern America and want to stop for a good beer? Check out the best breweries on the East Coast to quench your thirst!

By Greg BondPublished 6 years ago 8 min read

There are tons and tons of breweries all across America. From the South to the East and West Coasts, there are breweries that serve their best craft beer and are known for it. So many people not only come to these breweries for their amazing-tasting beer, but the sweet hospitality and mellow atmosphere. You're surrounded by people who love beer just as much as you, and it's great to experience craft beer with those who have a passion in it. Not to mention these breweries are great places to watch the game at with friends while enjoying a great glass of craft beer... or two. And their food! Can't forget the tasty foods that pair with their beer.

However, if you live on the East Coast of the US, you're surrounded by amazing breweries. Perhaps there's one right by where you live. Or you've been to one of these great breweries sometime in your live. But aside from that, let's check out the best breweries on the East Coast if you're an East Coast citizen or traveling down the border of America and need someplace to grab a delicious craft beer.

Brooklyn Brewery—Brooklyn, New York

Located in Brooklyn, New York, Brooklyn Brewery is an astonishing brewery that many people around the area head to. Even people from other states dedicate their travelings to visiting this brewery. The place has a rich collection of craft beer that is influenced from all over the world. While the brewery hosts events like tours and parties, it’s also the perfect setting for grabbing a beer with friends.

Ever since they were founded in 1988, Brooklyn Brewery has been a favorite place among many people who want to indulge on flavorful beers. These beers are known to enrich the life, tradition, and culture of the community. They serve beers like Brooklyn Lager, Bel Air Sour, Scorcher IPA, American Ale, Naranjito, and much more. Visiting this place once will make you want to visit again.

Samuel Adams—Boston, Massachusetts

Well-known for its history and craft beer, Samuel Adams is settled in Boston, Massachusetts and is marked as one of the best breweries on the East Coast ever. If you’re aware of Samuel Adams and their popular craft beer, then you’ll love this brewery. For a historic sight, the brewery also offers tours around the place as well as tastings of their craft beer. And those who’ve gone on the tour can’t help but go twice.

They provide all of their customers with fantastic beers like Sam ’76, Boston Lager, Cold Snap, and others. And their tap room is somewhere all people head to for winding down and enjoying a few glasses of their preferred beer. This room gives drinkers the chance to test out innovative and experimental style beer to get out of their comfort zone. You can enjoy pints, flights, and even take home a crowler of your choice.

Blue Mountain Brewery—Afton, Virginia

For a brewery settled in the heart of Afton, Virginia, Blue Mountain Brewery also has the heart of many craft beer lovers in the area. While the brewery opened in 2007 as the first brewery in Nelson County, it's truly a unique destination for all craft beer drinkers. From their ales to lagers, they’re all brewed, bottled, canned, and kegged here. Their top brewers craft 10,000 barrels (which is 310,000 gallons) of Virginia’s best beer that’s created from deep well water and the greatest barley malt and hops any drinker can ask for.

The place is also very mellow if you’re looking for an area to spend more than two hours at drinking great beer. They offer a warm welcoming and wholehearted service for each customer that walks through the doors. Also, while serving your choice in craft beer, they offer great tasting food that pairs perfectly with your beverage from their menu to the Blue Mountain Food Truck. So, once entering Blue Mountain Brewery, you're offered nothing but great craft beer, delectable foods, and amazing service.

Right Proper Brewing Company Shaw Brewpub and Kitchen—Washington, DC

If you live in Washington, DC, or have heard of the place as a passionate craft beer drinker, then you won't be surprised to find Right Proper Brewing Company Shaw Brewpub as one of the best breweries on the East Coast. Even though it’s a small, community focused brewery, it's still committed to producing amazing, balanced beers for everyone that’s dropping by. Many people find this brewery to be the perfect place to hang out with friends while drinking their choice in craft beer. Traditional, but with a modern twist, this place is a hotspot for craft beer drinkers.

While they serve delicious beer, they also provide customers a menu of fantastic meals. It’s not a great brewery without a side of food to go with your craft beer, right? And Right Proper Brewing Company knows exactly how and what to pair your craft beer with. They offer meals like baked six cheese mac and cheese, green lentil and potato salad, warm pretzel bread, house made hot wings (many people’s favorite), hand cut fries, and much more to indulge in with your beverage. Visiting this brewery will always have you leaving full and satisfied with everything that’s been provided!

Dogfish Head Craft Brewery—Milton, Delaware

Since the summer of 1995, Dogfish Head Craft Brewery in Milton, Delaware has been creating, selling, and constantly talking about their finest craft beer. And throughout the years, they dedicated their time in creating amazing craft beer, scratch-made spirits, delicious food, and coming up with events to keep the atmosphere lively and welcoming for everyone. Among the top, best breweries on the East Coast, Dogfish is a sizable brewery and brewpub that offers hearty food, an array of craft beers on tap, and tours to partake in.

They offer great beers like Burton Baton, Firefly Ale, Indian Brown, Liquid Truth Serum, 60 Minute IPA, Palo Santo Marron, Punkin Ale, and much, much more. It’s a really spacious place that provides a great area to settle down in with friends. Also, there's a Dogfish Inn where you can stay stay the night and explore the area! A perfect place to settle down in if you're traveling from a different state. So, if you're around Milton or will be taking a trip sometime there, I suggest you visit Dogfish Head Craft Brewery if you're a passionate craft beer drinker.

Two Roads Brewing Company—Stratford, Connecticut

Right in Stratford, Connecticut is the Two Roads Brewing Company and people always rave about this place. There certainly is reason to. Their variety of craft beer is amazing and they're all unique from each other. From Workers Comp Farmhouse Ale to Honeyspot Road IPA, No Limits Hefeweizen, Ol’ Factory Pils, Road 2 Ruin Double IPA, and much more by Two Roads Brewing, their beer tastes phenomenal either drinking by itself or pairing with foods.

If you’re searching for a super chill place with nothing but positive vibes and amazing beer, then Two Roads Brewing can be your next favorite spot for craft beer. You can even show your friends this spot, too, and they'll thank you so many times for introducing them to an extraordinary brewery. In addition to offering great tours, they also have different food trucks coming by almost every day.

Concrete Beach Brewery—Miami, Florida

Miami, Florida has so many spots to grab beverages at. But did you know that Concrete Beach Brewery is the best place to drink craft beer at? From the best breweries on the East Coast, Concrete Beach Brewery is a huge area that features a tap room and an indoor and outdoor bar if you decide to spend time outside rather than inside with friends. Miami in general has the perfect atmosphere for having a great time anywhere, and this brewery is a place to definitely head to.

While they offer tours around the brewery, people can also chill at any of the bars in the place and drink refreshing craft beers. They provide their signature beers like Stiltsville Pilsner, Tropic of Passion, TangeRica, Bouvalay, Just a Little Blush, Key Lime Hibiscus Gose, and many more to suit your liking. But aside from their beer, they have a “food schedule,” announcing that specific days have specific food vendors visiting. Tuesdays and every other Friday is Empanadas Bakery, first Fridays are Madrecita’s Bistro Restaurant Cuban Cuisine, Saturdays are Grumpy Greg’s BBQ, and Sundays are Magic Box. Drink your craft beer while feasting on any of these meals for the perfect experience at Concrete Beach Brewery.

Grist House Craft Brewery—Millvale, Pennsylvania

Among the best breweries on the East Coast, Grist House Craft Brewery is located in Millvale, Pennsylvania, and is known to have great-tasting craft beer. While it's a few minutes away from downtown Pittsburgh, many people from all over the state head to this brewery if they want to spend the day drinking mouthwatering beer. For a family owned and operated company, they aim to create high quality beer that's easy to drink.

The brewery itself is chock-full of characters, like their taproom overlooking the brew system, all-season deck, and spacious outdoor beer garden. Other than what they provide (which is amazing), this brewery is a dog-friendly environment! But all dogs must be kept on leashes with minimum barking. From their tap list, they have Funky Street (Sour Ale), Black in the USSR (Russian Imperial Stout, Nitro), Wheat Juuuice (Double Dry Hopped IPA), Under Unicorn (Pale Wheat Ale), Camp Slap Red (American Red Ale), and others you can pick to be your beverage for the day.

Sugar Creek Brewing Company—Charolette, North Carolina

Settled in Charolette, North Carolina, Sugar Creek Brewing Company is a brewery that brings Belgian-inspired beer into North Carolina and everyone who walks into the place. The place creates fresh and full-flavored beers that are purely satisfying to drink and easy to indulge in, too. Through creative combinations and aromatic yeast strains, domestic and imported hops, and award-winning malt varieties, Sugar Creek Brewing Company is a traditional place with a hint of modern in their style.

Their Belgian-styled beers are very popular for their flavors and delivering the best drinking experience anyone can ask for. They have made it in the “Top 10 Best Beers” on nearly every beer connoisseur’ list. But aside from that, their list of beers is truly magical to any craft beer lover. From Sugar Creek Raspberry White Ale to Biére de Garde, Belgian Dubbel, Sugar Creek Porter, Mocha Java Porter, and others, there’s a beer for everyone to enjoy.

Union Craft Brewing—Baltimore, Maryland

Lastly, located in Baltimore, Maryland, Union Craft Brewing is one of the best breweries on the East Coast to visit. The place certainly provides a relaxing atmosphere for everyone. Whether you’re coming by alone or with friends, you’ll always have a great time here. Their taproom features craft beer and even rotating food trucks that offers delectable food to go with your beverage.

They give you an awesome selection of beers like Fraggle Rock, 3rd Stone, Older Pro, Rumpus Room, Summer Somewhere, Balt, AM Gold, and much more. So, if you're around Baltimore or traveling there with friends, stop by at Union Craft Brewing for the best craft beer experience yet. Since their brewery tours are unforgettable, you can head to one for free on any Saturday! You certainly can't go wrong with this brewery.

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Greg Bond

Will always catch him wearing a tux on the daily. Goes by Bond, hates his name Greg. You’ll find him in high-end New York City bars making conversation with strangers.

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