Quick Summary:

  • What is Iowa known for in the craft beer industry?
    • Iowa is fast building a reputation for its rapidly-growing craft beer movement.
  • Why do craft beers appeal to people?
    • Craft beers appeal to people who like something a little different and enjoy unique brews.
  • What makes Iowa’s craft breweries special?
    • Most of the craft breweries pride themselves on producing innovative versions of traditional favorites.


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1. Third Base Brewery, Cedar Rapids ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Third Base Brewery, Cedar Rapids | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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2. Okoboji Brewing Company, Spirit Lake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Okoboji Brewing Company, Spirit Lake | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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3. Confluence Brewing Company, Des Moines

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Confluence Brewing Company, Des Moines | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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4. Contrary Brewing Company, Muscatine

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Contrary Brewing Company, Muscatine | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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5. Firetrucker Brewery, Ankeny

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Firetrucker Brewery, Ankeny | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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6. Franklin Street Brewing Company, Manchester

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Franklin Street Brewing Company, Manchester | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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7. Iowa Brewing Company, Cedar Rapids

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Iowa Brewing Company, Cedar Rapids | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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8. Jubeck New World Brewing, Dubuque

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Jubeck New World Brewing, Dubuque | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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9. Kalona Brewing Company, Kalona

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Kalona Brewing Company, Kalona | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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10. Keg Creek Brewing Company, Glenwood

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Keg Creek Brewing Company, Glenwood | Iowa Breweries: Top Craft Beer Spots to Visit
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