’Round the Town
All Hopped Up – Your Mini-Guide to Local Breweries
Indianapolis has become a major player in America’s craft beer boom, with breweries of all sizes and styles scattered across the capital city and surrounding towns. Here is an insider’s look at ten can’t-miss stops with something for every beer lover.
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Bier Brewery & Taproom
13720 N. Meridian Street Carmel, IN 46032 bierbrewery.com Specializing in German-influenced beers and food, Bier Brewery has locations in Broad Ripple and Carmel, and they’ll soon be bringing a large Biergarten to Noblesville. Both the Special Kölsch and the Weizengoot, a Hefeweizen, will pair excellently with the giant pretzels, kielbasa and burgers. Or try a local favorite—the Roundabout, a German-style Helles lager. Prost! |
Sun King Brewing
351 Monon Boulevard Carmel, IN 46032 sunkingbrewing.com With the opening of its original downtown Indy brewery in 2009, Sun King became the first full-scale production brewery the city had seen in 60 years. Since then, the beloved brewery has grown to include six locations, attracting beer lovers from around the country. In Carmel, handmade spirits are a part of the program, along with food from La Margarita, Queenie’s Pizza and The Den. |
Traders Brewing Company
8587 Zionsville Road Indianapolis, IN 46268 tradersbrewingcompany.com With all-you-can-eat-popcorn, a dog-friendly taproom, and euchre Thursdays, Traders Brewing understands that life is better when you keep it simple. With a range of beers to please every pallet—from ambers to IPAs to Belgian blondes, you can’t go wrong with a tasting flight or your favorite pint to go. |
Chilly Water Brewing Company
719 Virginia Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46203 chillywaterbrewing.com This brewpub along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail near Fountain Square mixes beer and art for a funky, eclectic vibe. With a love of music that rings through the beer names (and regular live performances), Chilly Water’s year-round and seasonal offerings are a testament to their integrity and high-quality craft brewing techniques. |
Upland Brewing Company
820 E. 116th Street Carmel, IN 46032 uplandbeer.com With multiple locations in Indianapolis, Bloomington, Columbus and on the banks of the Ohio River in Jeffersonville, Upland Brewing is a regional craft beer powerhouse and an Indiana institution. Their family-friendly Carmel Tap House has all the distinct Upland vibes, with an expansive patio, a full menu, and all the Upland flagships and favorites. 
MashCraft Brewing
11069 Allisonville Road Fishers, IN 46038 mashcraft.com Something great is always brewing at MashCraft, with an ever-changing variety of craft beers and locations in Greenwood, Downtown and Fishers. Brewed onsite in Fishers, the Callisto is a refreshing favorite for late summer, or try the Buckfast Commando—a smooth Scottish Ale. The brewmasters are always creating new mashups. 
Primeval Brewing
960 Logan Street Noblesville, IN 46060 primevalbrewing.com Inspired by classic European styles and encouraged by years in the homebrew community, Primeval Brewing is a welcome addition to the diverse craft brewing scene in Central Indiana. Located in historic downtown Noblesville, here you can sample Primeval’s core lineup all year long, along with an ever-changing rotation of creative seasonal and specialty beers. |
Guggman Haus Brewing Co.
1701 Gent Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46202 guggmanhausbrewing.com This small microbrewery on the northwest side of downtown Indianapolis is a welcoming retreat, serving bold versions of modern and experimental beers in a taproom evoking the warmth of a German ski lodge. (There’s also a spacious and dog-friendly beer garden.) With owners rooted in a love for adventure and community, and with a great respect for Indy’s auto racing history, each of the 15 beers on tap is brewed onsite at their historic Boyle Racing Headquarters location. 
Danny Boy Beer Works
12702 Meeting House Road Carmel, IN 46032 dannyboybeerworks.com With food, brews and spirits all made in-house, what started as a true nano-brewery has grown up to become a favorite neighborhood brewery and pub in the heart of the Village of West Clay. Filling the gap for session beers within the craft beer market, Danny Boy focuses on iconic styles and traditional techniques. 
The Brews Line
brewsline.com Explore the area’s brewery boom without worrying about finding a designated driver. The Brews Line provides private shuttle tours, sampling from several craft breweries on each tour. Knowledgeable guides add commentary en route between brewpubs and taprooms, educating riders on the beers and brewers that make up the Indiana brewing scene. |