Experience AZ magazine is Arizona’s go-to travel and adventure guide, showcasing the best places to eat, stay, shop, explore and experience across the state. In the spirit of the latest issue of Experience AZ, here are five breweries to visit in Arizona.
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Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co.
Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co.’s name says it all: beer brewed with regional grains and foraged local ingredients. Enjoy hazy IPAs, imperial stouts and wild ales at its locations on Roosevelt Row in DTPHX, the Gilbert Brewpub and Wilderness Miracle Mile in Phoenix. Menus vary, but signature dishes such as duck fat fries and the PB&J smash burger complement the core beers. The Gilbert Brewpub features a full-scratch kitchen, while the DTPHX location offers counter service and lighter bites.
LEARN MORE: azwbeer.com
Four Peaks Brewing Co.
Four Peaks Brewing Co. takes history one “sip” further. Its flagship 8th Street Pub occupies a historic Tempe dairy and ice factory and is a favorite destination for specialty releases. Its flagship Kilt Lifter is a Scottish-style ale featuring notes of caramel and roasted barley. Beer also finds its way into menu favorites, including beer-battered Atlantic cod and chips and beer bread. Additional locations include Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and the Wilson Tasting Room & Event Space in Tempe.
LEARN MORE: fourpeaks.com
Greenwood Brewing
Greenwood Brewing stands out in the craft beer landscape, where women own only a small percentage of breweries. On Roosevelt Row, Megan Greenwood’s taproom is a woman-led space reshaping beer culture. The 10-barrel brewery features specialty beers including Warrior Hazy IPA, dry-hopped with Mosaic and Citra hops. Greenwood doesn’t serve food, but guests can bring their own or order from nearby restaurants.
LEARN MORE: greenwoodbrews.com
Saddle Mountain Brewing Co.
Saddle Mountain Brewing Co. in Goodyear pours its award-winning Taildragger Craft Beer series, ranging from crisp lagers and fruit-infused blondes to Scottish ales and West Coast IPAs. Creative names include Hop Snob and Clan-Destine. Pair a pint with the signature Holy Yum Burger, featuring a bison patty, applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar, crispy onions and horseradish cream on a brioche bun.
LEARN MORE: saddlemountainbrewing.com
SanTan Brewing Co.
Chandler’s SanTan Brewing Co. is known for widely distributed favorites including Juicy Jack and MoonJuice IPA. Founded in 2007, SanTan produces beer, spirits and ready-to-drink cocktails, including espresso martinis and old fashioneds. Sustainability is also a priority, with its grain-to-farm program sending spent grain to local farmers to feed cattle.
LEARN MORE: santanbrewing.com