Arizona's CraftBeverage Scene
Discover 44 breweries, distilleries, cideries, and meaderies across the Grand Canyon State.
Award-Winning Craft
Arizona breweries win national and international awards annually
Desert-Inspired Flavors
Unique ingredients like prickly pear, mesquite, and local honey
Growing Scene
One of the fastest-growing craft beverage markets in the Southwest
Top 5 Craft Beverages in Arizona
Our curated selection of must-visit breweries, distilleries, and meaderies
Four Peaks Brewing Company
Arizona's most iconic craft brewery since 1996. Famous for Kilt Lifter Scottish-style ale. Historic creamery building with great food and atmosphere.
Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co.
Award-winning brewery focused on Arizona-inspired beers using local ingredients. Known for innovative sours and IPAs with a desert twist.
Tombstone Brewing Company
Nationally acclaimed for their hazy IPAs and barrel-aged stouts. Small-batch excellence with a cult following among craft beer enthusiasts.
Wren House Brewing Company
Cozy neighborhood brewery in a converted house. Known for exceptional lagers, pilsners, and rotating seasonal offerings.
Superstition Meadery
World-renowned meadery producing exceptional honey wines and ciders. Multiple international awards and unique Arizona flavors.
Showing 44 craft beverage locations
Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co.
Tombstone Brewing Company
Lumberyard Brewing Company
Oak Creek Brewery
SanTan Brewing Company
Huss Brewing Company
O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery
Pedal Haus Brewery
Grand Canyon Brewing Company
Mother Road Brewing Company
Wren House Brewing Company
Four Peaks Brewing Company
Goldwater Brewing Co
PHX Beer Co
8-Bit Aleworks
1912 Brewing Company
Borderlands Brewing Company
Historic Brewing Company
Old Bisbee Brewing Company
Mudshark Brewing Company
Barrio Brewing Company
Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company
Arizona Distilling Company
One Handsome Bastard Distillery
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Arizona's craft beverage scene
Q:What are the best breweries in Arizona?
Arizona has a thriving craft beer scene. Top breweries include Four Peaks Brewing Company (Tempe), Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. (Gilbert), Tombstone Brewing Company (Phoenix), Wren House Brewing Company (Phoenix), and Huss Brewing Company. Each offers unique Arizona-inspired beers and great taproom experiences.
Q:Are there distilleries in Arizona?
Yes! Arizona has a growing distillery scene producing whiskey, vodka, gin, and other spirits. Notable distilleries include Arizona Distilling Company, Desert Diamond Distillery, and Hamilton Distillers (makers of Whiskey Del Bac). Many offer tours and tastings.
Q:What is the craft beer scene like in Phoenix?
Phoenix has one of the fastest-growing craft beer scenes in the Southwest. The Roosevelt Row arts district and downtown Phoenix feature numerous taprooms. Popular styles include desert-inspired IPAs, refreshing wheat beers perfect for the heat, and creative seasonal offerings.
Q:Are there cideries and meaderies in Arizona?
Absolutely! Arizona has excellent cideries and meaderies. Superstition Meadery in Prescott is world-renowned for their honey wines. Cider Corps in Mesa and Arizona Cider Company offer refreshing hard ciders. These make great alternatives to beer, especially in the Arizona heat.
Q:Can you do brewery tours in Arizona?
Many Arizona breweries offer tours and tastings. Four Peaks, SanTan Brewing, and Arizona Wilderness all have popular tour programs. Several companies also offer guided brewery tours that visit multiple locations in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe. It's a great way to explore the local craft scene.