Top 5 Craft Breweries In The Us
1. Dogfish Head Brewery
Dogfish Head Brewery is located in Milton, Delaware, and was founded in 1995 by Sam Calagione. The brewery is known for its unconventional beers, such as the popular 90 Minute IPA and the seasonal Punkin Ale. Dogfish Head also has a distillery on-site, producing spirits such as gin and vodka.
2. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company was founded in 1980 by Ken Grossman in Chico, California. The brewery is known for its flagship beer, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, as well as its seasonal and specialty brews. Sierra Nevada is also committed to sustainability, with the majority of its energy coming from solar power.
3. New Belgium Brewing Company
New Belgium Brewing Company was founded in 1991 by Jeff Lebesch and Kim Jordan in Fort Collins, Colorado. The brewery is known for its Fat Tire Amber Ale, as well as its sour beers and collaborations with other breweries. New Belgium is also a certified B Corporation, committed to environmental and social responsibility.
4. Stone Brewing
Stone Brewing was founded in 1996 by Greg Koch and Steve Wagner in San Diego, California. The brewery is known for its bold and hoppy beers, such as the iconic Stone IPA and the Arrogant Bastard Ale. Stone Brewing also has a farm-to-table restaurant and a hotel on-site.
5. Bell's Brewery
Bell's Brewery was founded in 1985 by Larry Bell in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The brewery is known for its flagship beer, Two Hearted Ale, as well as its seasonal and specialty brews. Bell's Brewery also has a pub on-site, featuring live music and a rotating selection of beers.
