Minnesota

The state of Minnesota really has a lot of good craft beer offerings. This is no surprise, as the state gets ridiculously cold during the winter… what do people like to do during the winter?? DRINK!!

For more information about craft beer in the state or to find breweries not listed, check out the Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild website. Another good resource is landof10000drinks.com.

Brewery Map

Brewery Reviews

Minneapolis / St. Paul

  1. Blackstack Brewing Company:
    • About the Space:
      • Very hip and modern looking taproom built in a large warehouse. They have numerous board games and comfy seating throughout, which is perfect for hanging out with friends.
    • About the Beer:
      • Not too many taps on at one time, but they do a good job of changing things up. The Coffee Cream Ale and the Ratify! Witbier were both very tasty.
  2. Fulton Brewing Company:
    • About the Space:
      • Industrial warehouse setting right neat Target field. Occasionally they will have a food truck and live music, which makes this the perfect place to hang out before or after a ball game.
    • About the Beer:
      • Very tasty beer! Excellent variety of mainstays and some specialty offerings. The Libertine Imperial Red Ale and 300 IPA are two of my favorites from them.
  3. Modist Brewing Company:
    • About the Space:
      • Hip taproom with cool designs throughout. They have seating inside and out, and often have a food truck onsite.
    • About the Beer:
      • This brewery has some excellent beer. Everything they offer is a solid craft brew. Try the False Pattern Pale Ale or the First Call Lager.
  4. Northbound Brewing Company:
    • About the Space:
      • Felt more like a local watering hole with craft beer than a brewpub, but overall was a nice cozy space. Many people come here for the food options.
    • About the Beer:
      • Overall decent brews, with only a few options on tap that rotate. The Jabrowni Brown Ale and Honey Wheat Ale are decent options to try.
  5. Surly Brewing Company:
    • About the Space:
      • Huge taproom with communal seating inside and out. Their beer garden is probably one of the coolest around, with plenty of seating, firepits, and games. Awesome upscale food to satisfy your hunger. Stop reading and just visit this place now!
    • About the Beer:
      • Some of the best beer in Minneapolis, hands down. They have every style you could want, but their IPA’s tend to be more popular, so get a flight to try them all! I really enjoyed the Furious IPA and the Todd – The Axe Man IPA.