- What makes Nevada breweries unique?
- Nevada breweries have much to offer all lovers of beer, providing a wide variety of unique styles that are sold and enjoyed both locally and internationally.
- What types of breweries can be found in Nevada?
- Along with nationally-owned pubs, Nevada is also known for its smaller-scale microbreweries that offer their own distinct, regional taste.
- How do Nevada’s microbreweries differ from each other?
- These microbreweries and pubs vary in the flavors produced as well as the volume of beer.
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1. Lead Dog Brewing
At Lead Dog Brewing, guests can breathe in the massive Lake Tahoe while sipping on genuine, craft beer. Some of the brewed specialties offered at Lead Dog Brewing include El Jeffe Mexican Lager, Roxy Blonde Ale, Citra Solo, The Dankster Double, Trail Blazer and Hat Trick. Each uniquely, colorfully designed can made at Lead Dog Brewing is distributed throughout Nevada. Originally the site for Lake Tahoe Brewing, the Lead Dog Brewing has been completely overhauled, reinvented, and renovated on its interior. Along with offering its year-round, consistent brews, Lead Dog Brewing offers its guests flagships and specialty, seasonal flavors.
415 E. 4th St., Reno, NV 89512, Phone: 775-391-5110
2. Revision Brewing Company
The Revision Brewing Company, recently opened in 2017, is located in Sparks, Nevada. It is famous for its award-winning hop-forward craft beers. Revision Brewing Company initially produced 5,615 barrels of beers the year of its opening and is on track to produce more than 20,000 barrels in the years that follow. These aged handcrafted beers will revolutionize the craft beer market with its new tastes and mouth-watering flavors. True to its name, the Revision Brewing Company is in constant change, revolutionizing and revising their craft beers and adding to their craft beer repertoire each month. At the Revision Brewing Company, it is believed that a truly genuine craft beer can only bring people together.
380 S. Rock Blvd., Sparks, NV 89431, Phone: 775-331-2739
3. Depot Craft Brewery Distillery
Tasty memories are made at the Depot Craft Brewery Distillery, located in Reno, Nevada. Whether guests come to dine or drink, there are ample options available, including popular craft beers, cocktails, spirits, and the famous Depot Burger. Large parties celebrating special events will find the elegantly decorated dining area, complete with hanging lighting and wood paneling, a perfect location to host. Popular house beers include the Viking Blonde Barleywine, aged to perfection on Bourbon barrels. Diners can indulge themselves in one of the specialty cocktails, including the famous Silver Donkey, made with corn whiskey, honey, lime, ginger beer, and St. Germain liqueur.
325 E. Fourth St., Reno, NV 89501, Phone: 775-737-4330
4. Big Dog’s Brewing Company
Known and loved as Las Vegas’ hometown, neighborhood microbrewery, Big Dog’s Brewing Company has been providing locally crafted beers at their microbrewery since 1993. Big Dog’s also features other regional and local beers from microbreweries to give guests the best variety on their 35 available taps. No matter where the visitors come from, there is always a beer to satisfy their taste at Big Dog’s Brewing Company. The relaxed, laid back atmosphere allow guests to kick back and savor their brew, all while trading jokes and stories, or listening to music. At Big Dog’s microbrewery, it is believed that the hand-crafted, original brews should be made and consumed close to the source, resulting in a truly refreshing taste of Old Town Las Vegas.
4543 N. Rancho Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89130, Phone: 702-940-2739
5. Boulder Dam Brewing Company
Recognized regionally as being one of the best breweries in 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012, the Boulder Dam Brewing Company offers a dynamic, historic environment along with a wide variety of its carefully crafted brews. Located just miles from the original Hoover Dam, the Boulder Dam Brewing Company is representative of the history of the area, with actual equipment utilized in the construction of the Hoover Dam. This equipment can be found on the inside and outside of the Boulder Dam Brewing Company, adding a historic, mechanic charm to the diners’ overall brewing experience. Live music accompanies diners while the choose tasty food and snack items off of the menu, including salads, burgers, and pub fare.
453 Nevada Hwy, Boulder City, NV 89005, Phone: 702-243-2739
6. CraftHaus Brewery
CraftHaus Brewery is located in Las Vegas, Nevada and is proud to share its unique craft beer with the Las Vegas community. The owners of CraftHaus Brewery were inspired while touring Europe by the idea of people coming together to share a good, quality beer at the end of the day. Through these principles and pure passion for creating delicious, memorable beer, the CraftHaus Brewery was born. Guests can choose between the CraftHaus Brewery’s core craft beers and the seasonal specialties. The taproom is available and fully adorned with large viewing windows in which guests can observe the brewing process. The taproom is a non-smoking and non-gaming environment. Guests can also grab a snack to pair with their craft beer from the food trucks just outside.
7350 Eastgate Rd Suite 110, Henderson, NV 89011, Phone: 702-462-5934
7. Great Basin Brewing Company
Located in Sparks, Nevada, the Great Basin Brewing Company is famous for its Great Basin beers, found in more than 400 locations throughout Northern Nevada. Founded in 1993, the Great Basin Brewing Co. crafted beers can be found at the Aces Ballpark, as well as many unique events that take place in Nevada throughout the year. Some of the beers that are offered year-round at the Great Basin Brewing Co. include Ichthyosaur IPA (or “Icky”), Nevada Gold, Outlaw Milk Stout, Wheeler Peak Wheat and Wild Horse Ale. Guests can enjoy a slice of Nevada brewing history at the Sparks Brewpub, which is known for being Nevada’s oldest brewery.
846 Victorian Ave, Sparks, NV 89431, Phone: 775-355-7711
8. Hop Nuts Brewing
Hop Nuts Brewing is proud to be the first microbrewery established in the Downtown Arts District in Las Vegas. At Hop Nuts Brewing, tourists and locals alike can gather and enjoy handcrafted, specialty beers in a bright, artistic environment, socializing at the interior bar or outdoors on the patio. Some of their most popular drinks include the Nevada Common Beer, Hazed Out, Summertime in the LVC, Blonde Ale, Belgian Wit, Hopathon and Green Mamba Double, each with its own flavorful taste. The Hop Nuts Brewing taproom is open seven days a week, as well as for a “hoppy” hour for people just leaving work.
1120 S. Main St. #150, Las Vegas, NV 89104, Phone: 702-816-5371
9. IMBIB Custom Brews
Located in Reno, Nevada, the IMBIB Custom Brews provides a totally unique and educational brewing experience to its guests. IMBIB means to take in and receive in the mind and, just as the name of the brewery implies, guests who drink at IMBIB Custom Brews will be encouraged to do so. With a large variety of aged, classic beers, to more hip, malty flavors, there is surely a perfect brew for everyone. The IMBIB Custom Brews offers its guests the opportunity to join the membership club, as well as take advantage of the many educational experiences available to guests, including classes about the brewing basics and sensory tasting. Food is not served at IMBIB Custom Brews, however there are many local food trucks that offer tasty pairings for the IMBIB Custom Brews handcrafted beers.
785 E. 2nd St., Reno, NV 89509, Phone: 775-470-5996
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