Cruise the Area’s Craft Beer Crawl and Sample Award-Winning Local Brews
Add a local brewery stop to your itinerary in Gainesville and Alachua County. Find inspired brews flowing from the minds of beer makers at 6 distinct breweries in and around Gainesville.
From an old-world microbrewery to production breweries with open warehouses, scroll through our list of craft breweries you can’t miss.
Blackadder Brewing Company
Tuesday-Friday, 4 p.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday, 12 p.m. – 9 p.m., Sunday, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
618 NW 60th St., Suite A, Gainesville, FL 32607
Taps at the microbrewery feature a rotation of guest beers, wines, cider and craft sodas. The cozy old-world atmosphere compliments the Belgian inspired tap list. Grab a bite from visiting food trucks. View the tap list online at BlackadderBrewing.com
Cypress & Grove Brewing Company
Monday-Thursday, 3 p.m. – 9 p.m., Friday, 3 p.m. – 10 p.m., Saturday, 12 p.m. – 10 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
1001 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL 32601
Online Ordering
Named after the intersection of historic streets in Gainesville, Cypress & Grove Brewing Company is housed in the old Gainesville Ice Factory which was located on a rail line. The railroad is now part of a network of bike paths, making the brewery a natural stop for those pedaling by. Online ordering is available to grab beer to-go. Enjoy a pint in the outdoor C&G Meadow. View the food truck and live music schedule online.
First Magnitude Brewing Company
Tuesday-Thursday, 3 p.m. – 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. – 11 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.
1220 SE Veitch St., Gainesville, FL 32601
Order Online and Pickup Curbside
Named after the brightest stars in the sky and highest flowing freshwater springs, First Magnitude Brewing Company has grown into a community-focused production brewery. Year-round beers like Vega (Blonde Ale) and Drift (Session Brown Ale) are joined by limited releases like Salt Water Intrusion Gose and Mango Lassi (Milkshake Sour). View the taplist, upcoming events and food truck schedule online.
High Springs Brewing Company
Monday–Wednesday, 3 p.m. – 11 p.m., Thursday-Friday 3 p.m. – 12 a.m., Saturday, 12 p.m. – 12 a.m.
18562 NW 237th St., High Springs, FL 32643
The history of the small town of High Springs, also known as The Gateway to the Springs, has ties to railroad activity over 100 years ago. The brewery honors the town history by featuring train and railroad imagery in their logo. Outdoor seating and a fenced-in open yard provide a family-friendly atmosphere with the opportunity to spread out throughout the property. Tasty food trucks rotate every night for small bites or full meals, plus live music is often on tap. Look for updates on their Facebook page for new beer releases and upcoming live music.
Make sure to check High Springs Brewing Company Facebook page for last-minute changes and additions
Swamp Head Brewery
Tuesday-Thursday, 3 p.m. – 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 12 p.m. – 11 p.m., Sunday, 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.
3650 SW 42 Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608
Online Ordering for Curbside Pickup
Swamp Head Brewery was founded on a mission to be Florida’s brewery, providing craft beer throughout the state. Beyond their Florida First approach, they take every opportunity to take sustainability seriously. Core beers like Big Nose IPA and Midnight Oil Oatmeal Stout are joined throughout the year by limited releases like Field Trip (Peanut Butter and Jelly Amber Ale) and Swamp Water (Pink Grapefruit Hard Seltzer). Find the food truck schedule, live music and upcoming events online.
