Local North Georgia Breweries and Beer
Sometimes, nothing is more relaxing than a 🍺 refreshing, cold beer on your day off. The Georgia Mountains have a handful of options to try local flavors from their craft beer breweries.
Breweries North Georgia
Regardless of your beer knowledge, it’s easy to know what beer you like and enjoy. Use the information below to find local breweries where you can sample unique local flavors.
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Map of Breweries in North Georgia
This interactive map can help you find the closest locations of craft breweries near you.
Local Breweries in North Georgia
Local microbreweries can be found in a few places across the North Georgia mountains. Be sure to check them out for the chance to sample local flavors, support local businesses, and enjoy a tasty beer in relaxing environments.
Local Breweries in Blairsville GA
Blairsville Brewing Company — Blairsville, GA
Visit this family-owned brewery in Blairsville for innovative beer recipes made from the freshest local ingredients. Watch the event calendar for fun options at the brewery, including Brews & Asanas, live music, and arts festivals.
- Address: 68 Merchants Walk, Unit C, Blairsville, GA
- Email: blairsvillebrewingcompany@gmail.com
- Website: blairsvillebrewingcompany.com
- Facebook: Blairsville Brewing Company has 1,600+ followers
- UNTAPPD: Blairsville Brewing Company has 40+ beers with 800+ ratings
Local Breweries in Blue Ridge GA
Don’t let the “grumpy” and “angry” names fool you; these Blue Ridge breweries are lovely places for beer enthusiasts to visit!
Angry Hops Brewing — Blue Ridge
This brewery opened in 2021 and is now open seven days a week. Join the weekly Bingo event from 5-6 pm on Tuesdays. It is dog-friendly and has outdoor seating. Contact Angry Hops with questions at:
- Address: 341 East Main Street, Blue Ridge GA
- Email: angryhopsbrewing@gmail.com
- Website: angryhopsbrewing.com
- Facebook: Angry Hops Brewing has 2,600+ followers
- UNTAPPD: Angry Hops Brewing has 100+ beers with 4,400+ ratings
Grumpy Old Men Brewing — Blue Ridge
Enjoy great local beer available 7 days a week from this dog-friendly microbrewery in Blue Ridge, GA. Check online for the current list of beers and a fun variety of events, including live music, karaoke, and tie-dye parties.
Beer varieties may include IPAs, Dark Ales, Hard Seltzers, Pale Ales, Porters, Stouts, Blonde Ales, and more!
- Call: +1 (706) 946-2739
- Address: 1315 East Main Street, Blue Ridge, GA
- Email: info@grumpyoldmenbrewing.com
- Website: GrumpyOldMenBrewing.com
- Facebook: Grumpy Old Men Brewing has 12,000+ followers
- TripAdvisor: Grumpy Old Men Brewing is rated 4.5 with 200+ reviews
- Ranked #1 for Things to Do in Blue Ridge!
- UNTAPPD: Grumpy Old Men Brewing has 150+ beers and 25,900+ ratings
Local Breweries in Copperhill TN
Buck Bald Brewing — Copperhill TN
Although this brewery is technically in Tennessee, it’s only a short walk from the Georgia state line and its sister city of McCaysville, GA. Leashed pets are welcome, and patio seating is available. Pints and growlers are available. It is open daily from 12:00 noon to 8:00 pm.
- Call: +1 (706) 431-7141
- Address: 160 Ocoee St, Copperhill, TN
- Email: info@buckbaldbrewing.com
- Website: BuckBaldBrewing.com
- Facebook: Buck Bald Brewing has 5,500+ followers
- TripAdvisor: Buck Bald Brewing is rated 5.0 with 25+ reviews
- UNTAPPD: Buck Bald Brewing has 100+ beers with 6,500+ ratings
Copperhill Brewery — Copperhill TN
Copperhill Brewery TN
This brewery on the Georgia / Tennessee state line makes a nice stop on layovers on Blue Ridge Scenic Railway tours. Copperhill Brewery is open daily and features events like SINGO nights and trivia on Thursday nights. Enjoy a pint, a flight, or have a growler filled at this fun border location.
- Call: +1 (423) 548-3030
- Address: 105 Ocoee Street, Copperhill, TN
- Email: info@copperhillbrewery.com
- Website: copperhillbrewery.com
- Facebook: Copperhill Brewery has 5,200+ followers
- TripAdvisor: Copperhill Brewery is rated 5.0 with 25+ reviews
- UNTAPPD: Copperhill Brewery has 135+ beers with 6,900+ ratings
Local Breweries in Clayton and Hiawassee
Currahee Brewing Company — Clayton
The Currahee Brewing Company’s newest location is in downtown Clayton. This local favorite offers open mic nights, bingo, trivia, karaoke, live music, and more. Currahee Brewing Company in Clayton is open daily for your convenience!
The Currahee Brewing Company has three locations in the area—make sure you have the contact information for your preferred location!
- Call: +1 (706) 782-2306
- Address: 93 West Savannah Street, Clayton, GA
- Email: curraheebeer@gmail.com
- Website: curraheebrew.com/contact
- Facebook: Currahee Brewing Company – Clayton, GA has 3,500+ followers
Hiawassee Brew — Hiawassee
Hiawassee Brew Lake Views
Local brewery and a taco truck, Hiawassee Brew is a full-service brewhouse and restaurant in Hiawassee, GA. All craft beers are made in-house. In addition to the house brews, there are rotating guest taps from other local breweries, plus a variety of wines from Crane Creek and Hightower Creek Vineyards!
The brewery is across the street from the lake, offering scenic views from the upstairs deck. Games are available on-site, and kids are also welcome. Live music every Saturday night from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm (visit the Hiawassee Brew online calendar for performer and other event details). Outdoor seating is available.
Hiawassee Brew is closed on Mondays.
- Call: +1 (706) 896-2739
- Address: 616 S Main St, Hiawassee, GA
- Website: hiawasseebrew24.com
- Facebook: Hiawassee Brew has 14,000+ followers
- TripAdvisor: Hiawassee Brew is rated 4.0 with 75+ reviews
- UNTAPPD: Hiawassee Brew has 225+ beers with 2,250+ ratings
Local Breweries in Dahlonega and Cleveland
52 West Brewing — Dahlonega, GA
Visit this new dog-friendly Dahlonega Brewery to sample what the owners envisioned as “farm-to-pint” beer. Thursday – Sunday for craft beer and events like live music, trivia night, and singo.
- Address: 350 Highway 52 West, Dahlonega, GA
- Email: info@52westbrewing.com
- Website: 52westbrewing.com
- Facebook: 52 West Brewing has 2,900+ followers
- TripAdvisor: 52 West Brewing
- UNTAPPD: 52 West Brewing has 35+ beers with 1,000+ ratings
Dahlonega Brewery & Etowah Meadery — Dahlonega
Dahlonega Brewery North GA
Located in Dahlonega in the heart of Georgia’s wine country, Dahlonega’s first craft brewery shares its tasting room and production facility with Etowah Meadery. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio and food trucks regularly visit on the weekends. Military discounts are available for active and retired military (15% off with ID) and for local Dahlonega residents (10% off with local ID).
The Dahlonega Brewery is open Wednesdays through Sundays (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays) and features live music on the weekends.
- Call: +1 (706) 864-6323
- Address: 3003 Morrison Moore Pkwy East, Dahlonega, GA
- Website: thedahlonegabrewery.com
- Facebook: Etowah Meadery & Dahlonega Brewery
- TripAdvisor: Etowah Meadery is rated 4.5 with 25+ reviews
- Untappd: Etowah Meadery has 125+ beers and 5,800+ ratings
NoFo Brew Co — Cleveland
NoFo Cleveland
NoFo Brew Co is located on Helen Highway between two scenic mountain ranges in Cleveland, GA. Food trucks are available on weekends and select nights, but when food trucks are not parked outside, you are welcome to bring in your own food or have local food delivered to the brewery. Picnic tables and a large lawn provide family-friendly space for frisbee, a game of catch, corn hole, or other games available for your enjoyment.
Events include live music, axe throwing, trivia, bingo, and more (see online calendar for details). Free tours may be available, depending on the production schedule. Leashed dogs are welcome in outdoor areas (dogs are not allowed inside).
The Cleveland NoFo Brew Co is open Wednesdays – Sundays (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays). Note that this location used to be the Tantrum Brewing Company until Spring 2023.
- Address: 1939 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, GA
- Call: +1 (678) 771-8116
- Email: social@nofobrew.co
- Website: nofobrew.co/locations/cleveland
- Facebook: NoFo Cleveland has 11,000+ followers
- TripAdvisor: NoFo Brew Co is rated 4.5 with 25+ reviews
- UNTAPPD: NoFo Brew Co has 250+ beers with 20,100+ ratings
Local Breweries in Ellijay, Jasper, and Talking Rock
Cartecay River Brewing Co — Ellijay
Relax on the riverfront patio at Cartecay River Brewing Co Ellijay GA
Enjoy a menu of over a dozen craft beers that are constantly changing at Cartecay River Brewing Co in Ellijay! The pet-friendly and kid-friendly environment boasts a waterfront outdoor covered deck located on the Coosawattee River in Ellijay. Check the website and/or social media for the live music schedule.
The evolving drink selection may include ambers, lagers, sours, browns, IPAs, and more! Open Tuesday – Sunday for flights, pints, or a fresh beer growler to take home.
- Call: +1 (706) 395-8985
- Address: 26 River Terrace, Ellijay, GA
- Email: info@cartecayriverbrewing.com
- Website: cartecayriverbrewing.com
- Facebook: Cartecay River Brewing Company has 5,500+ followers
- TripAdvisor: Cartecay River Brewing Company is rated 5.0 with 20+ reviews
- UNTAPPD: Cartecay River Brewing Company has 175+ beers and 7,500+ ratings
Pendley Creek Brewing Company — Jasper
Pendley Creek Brewing Co Jasper GA
Visit Pendley Creek Brewing Company (the white building pictured above) in downtown Jasper for flights of beer, pints, and growlers to-go! Pendley Creek Brewing Company is open Wednesday – Sundays (hours may be adjusted during off-season).
- Call: +1 (706) 253-2739
- Address: 57 North Main Street, Jasper, GA
- Website: pendleycreekbrewingco.com
- Facebook: Pendley Creek Brewing Company has 3,600+ followers
- TripAdvisor: Pendley Creek Brewing Company
- UNTAPPD: Pendley Creek Brewery 175+ beers with 2,300+ ratings
Talking Rock Brewery — Talking Rock
Enjoy live music on the dog-friendly patio at Talking Rock Brewery
Visit Talking Rock Brewery in the train car in downtown Talking Rock for a variety of approachable local beers. Watch the calendar for fun events including food trucks and cornhole tournaments.
Talking Rock Brewery is open Thursdays through Sundays. Budding artists can sign up for open mic night every Thursday, and music fans can enjoy live music every Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Dogs are welcome on the patio and deck areas.
- Call: +1 (706) 253-2337
- Address: 4500 GA-136 W, Talking Rock, GA
- Website: talkingrockbrewery.com
- Facebook: Talking Rock Brewery has 6,200+ followers
- UNTAPPD: Talking Rock Brewery has 65+ beers with 2,200+ ratings
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Closed Breweries
Fans of local craft beers will be disappointed to learn that some local favorites are no longer open for business.
- Blue Ridge Brewery in Blue Ridge, GA, closed in Summer 2019
- Fannin Brewing Company in Blue Ridge, GA, closed in April 2024
- Tantrum Brewing Company in Cleveland, GA, became part of NoFo Brewing in Spring 2023
Tips for Visiting North GA Breweries
Visiting a North Georgia brewery can be a great way to sample the craftsmanship of the area. Follow these tips to get the most out of your trips to the craft breweries in North Georgia.
- Ask the Staff for Recommendations – the staff are experts on their beers and can help guide you toward the drinks you’ll most enjoy
- Order a Sample Flight – try a brewery flight, which will offer the chance to choose a few sample-sized pours to taste side by side
- Enjoy Responsibly – some drinks may be stronger than they seem, so keep an eye on the ABV% and know your limit
Essential Beer Accessories
Whether you want to host a beer-tasting event or enjoy a cold growler at home at the end of the day, these products can enhance the experience. They also make fantastic gifts for beer lovers!
- Beer Books – Start the journey with fascinating research and history about one of the world’s oldest drinks
- Bottle Openers – Make sure it’s easy to get into your beer with a high-quality bottle opener
- Beer Coozies – Keep cans and bottles as cold as possible with highly-rated coozies
- Growlers – Take a clean, empty growler to select breweries to have them filled with your favorite draft beers
- Frosty Mugs – Enjoy a beer with an ice-cold chill in a frozen frosty beer mug
- Beer Tasting Kits – Host a tasting event with a mix of your favorite North Georgia craft beers
- Beer Tasting Journals – Keep track of your local beer adventures with an old-school journal to log your observations
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Visit these articles to learn about other types of locally produced alcoholic beverages:
- 🍺North Georgia – Craft Cider
- 🍸North Georgia – Distilleries and Spirits
- 🥂North Georgia – Mead
- 🍷North Georgia – Vineyards and Wineries
Cheers!
I love your website. It’s the perfect guide for someone venturing to Georgia, especially north side. I used to drink, but it didn’t agree with me. I used to enjoy really cold beer. There was a brand I loved, I can’t remember the name, but it was very dark. I’m thinking, the darker the beer, the richer the flavor? If I was going to visit a brewery, it would be Buck Bald Brewing. I’d get to be in Tennessee and then come back to Georgia since it’s right on the Georgia state line. My favorite part is that leashed pets are welcome. I’m so happy.
Hi Shalisha, A good cold beer is a nice treat, but definitely only when it agrees with you.
Buck Bald Brewing is a neat location and it’s fun to know of places that allow dogs. Even when I can’t bring my own dog with me, I love seeing all of the other dogs! 🙂
I have heard somewhere that the taste of beer increases dopamine activity. No wonder beer is a favorite drink for so many people around the globe. I live in Europe and have never been to the USA before. Though, information about local breweries in North Georgia sounds very tempting. Personally, one of my interests is visiting wineries and breweries whenever abroad.
Hi Jeeda, I agree that visits to local breweries and wineries offer a unique way to learn more about the area. Enjoy!
I’ve planned a trip to Florida but am open to exploring other areas of the US, being a big fan of breweries it was cool to learn of some that are located nearby in Georgia. I haven’t been before so I will look into visiting them soon, especially the Grumpy Old Men Brewing as we will be bringing our cocker spaniel with us so its nice to know they support dogs as not all the ones I have been to in the past have.
Thanks for sharing these breweries if I ever make it there I will go to as many as I can to try out some new BEVs.
Josh
Hi Joshua, It is always helpful to know where your dog is welcome. When you are traveling with pets, I find it’s even better when you can include them and take them with you as much as possible.
I have never stayed in Georgia long enough to get to some of the untapped wonders. Drinking an ice-cold brew after a hard day’s work is very relaxing. I have never had the pleasure of experiencing a brewery, but I would definitely be interested in checking them out. Some of the breweries you have listed look really good. Great recommendations!
I do hope you are able to visit one or two of these locations, as the local brewmasters really enjoy the chance to share their work and passion with visitors.
Hello Alyce,
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to comment on your article. I found this article to be very informative, especially knowing that there is even a class on international beer styles and another on pairing beer with food and starting your own beer cellar.
I also found it to fascinating, that there are suggested, targeted tastings to help you learn when to drink down-and when to dump those beers down a drain.
Are those percentages by the Grumpy Old Man Brewing section the Alcohol By Volume?
Thank you again for allowing me to comment on such an informative article.
Blessings To You My Friend,
Jerry
Hi Jerry, Yes, the ABV number is the Alcohol by Volume measure. As craft beer from independent breweries can vary in strength by a huge amount, it is helpful to know what to expect when enjoying these local craft beers.