The Brewers Association is happy to assemble American Craft Beer Week, the mother of all beer weeks, each May. This celebration, coordinated by the Craft Beer Program, is an exciting opportunity for craft brewers to commemorate their art and tradition with enthusiasts across the country.
Here's some of the newest breweries in the Atlanta area - look for their offerings on tap at area restaurants and bars
- Blue Tarp: Opened in December 2012 in Decatur, they offer 5 signature brews and are open for tours and tastings. Take a tour
- Creature Comforts: The second brewery to open in Athens, Georgia began producing beer last month.
- Eventide Brewing: Atlanta's newest brewery, Eventide prides themselves on simple beers done well.
- Jekyll Brewing: Located in Alpharetta this brewery's name pays tribute to the location of the first brewery in Georgia originally opened in 1738.
- Monkey Wrench Brewing: According to their website, 2014 beer release schedule includes IPAs, belgians, stouts, plus a couple other surprises.
- Omaha Brewing: Coming Soon. Omaha, GA is located near the Georgia/Alabama border.
- Orpheus Brewing: Coming late Spring 2014 will be located near Piedmont Park and the Beltline.
- Three Taverns: This Decatur brewery has a penchant for Belgian-style brews and a new tap room open for tours. Tour Info
More Atlanta Area Breweries to Tour:
Monday Night Brewing - located in West Atlanta, and according to their site, the idea for Monday Night Brewing grew out of a small Atlanta Bible study. Tours Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays
Jailhouse Brewing - located in Hampton, Ga Tours on Thursdays and Saturdays
Get a Growler right around the corner!
The Beer Growler has several stores located in the area - Alpharetta, Avondale Estates, Brookhaven, Jon's Creek Sandy Springs, and Suwanee.
The Stout Brothers - Smyra Beer Market
1265 West Spring St, Suite D; Smyrna, GA 30080
Hop City's GrowlerTown is located in West Midtown Atlanta. Look for Growlertown To-Go at festivals around town.
1000 Marietta St., Suite 302; Atlanta, GA 30318