Quench your thirst at acclaimed craft breweries throughout Orlando.
Updated Oct. 21, 2024
Orlando loves beer — and the rise of microbreweries makes us love it even more. It’s why dozens of acclaimed craft breweries have popped up to slake our thirst in recent years, with new options debuting regularly.
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As a result, it’s easy to build a day trip — or even an entire vacation — around bespoke breweries in Orlando with amazing ales, superb stouts and other killer concoctions. Cheers!
Additional reporting by Robert Leavitt and Eric Meissner.
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The City of Orlando
The following breweries are inside Orlando’s official city limits, and they are all delicious.
Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. (Ivanhoe Village Main Street) & Ivanhoe Park Lager House (Parramore District)
An independent craft brewery and tasting room, Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. is an anchor of the popular Ivanhoe Village Main Street district, less than 10 minutes from downtown Orlando. They take spiritual guidance from a long-gone Orlando amusement park called Joyland, which used to be located on the shores of Lake Ivanhoe.
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They enjoy a dedicated fan base thanks to innovative brews made with quality ingredients and names that evoke Orlando’s spirit. The staff is also committed to educating the public about the joys of craft beer. In 2024, they added a second location, the Ivanhoe Park Lager House, in downtown’s Parramore District.
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Park Pizza & Brewing Company (Lake Nona)
Few things go together better than pizza and beer. Minutes from Orlando International Airport, Park Pizza & Brewing Company serves up wood-fired pizza and house-brewed suds, plus a sense of neighborhood pride in Lake Nona.
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Whether inside their dining room, at the bar or on their patio, you’ll find a place to grab a bite and a pint, watch the game, hang with your kids and catch up with friends. It’s also a great place to fuel up before exploring everything else there is to see and do in Lake Nona.
Twelve Talons Beerworks (The Milk District®)
Founded in 2019, Twelve Talons Beerworks is a boutique craft microbrewery, cidery and meadery in The Milk District, minutes east of downtown. Known for unique flavor profiles, they offer a rotating lineup with something for all kinds of beer lovers.
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The co-owners have over 25 years of experience in the brewing industry, and it shows in their output. Local food trucks are always on site, too, providing a variety of bites that can be enjoyed in the venue’s relaxed space.
Brewlando Brewing (Southeast Orlando)
Just north of Orlando International Airport and Lake Nona, Brewlando Brewing is relatively new to Orlando’s beer scene. They serve a wide range of in-house craft creations, including some with Orlando-centric names, as well as a guest tap or two.
Ample dining options are close to their spacious, relaxed venue, which has outdoor seating. They also host private events. What’s more, Brewlando has already announced expansion plans with The Winery and Tasting Room by Brewlando coming to ICON Park® on International Drive in summer 2024.
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Broken Strings Brewery (Parramore District)
Located in downtown’s Parramore District close to Inter&Co Stadium, which hosts MLS’ Orlando City Soccer Club and the NWSL’s Orlando Pride, Broken Strings Brewery produces distinct lines of beer on a rotating, three-barrel system.
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Sample as many as 12 different taps, including output from both in-house producers and some special guests. Drafts can be taken home in 32-ounce bottles, and you can also choose from Broken Strings’ selection of bottled and canned beers, ciders and wines.
Cask & Larder (Orlando International Airport)
The James Beard-recognized, husband-and-wife team of James and Julie Petrakis are two of Orlando’s most acclaimed chefs. In addition to the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand The Ravenous Pig in Winter Park and The Polite Pig at Disney Springs®, you can taste their creations at Cask & Larder, which is inside Orlando International Airport. No one will blame you if you just visit for the beer, though.
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Offering year-round and seasonal flavors, Cask & Larder applies innovative techniques tempered by meticulous care. And given that this brewery offers exceptional food, there’s no fear of going hungry.
Hourglass Brewing (Orlando & Longwood)
Appropriately enough, Hourglass Brewing has set up shop in Orlando’s Hourglass District, part of Curry Ford West Main Street just east of downtown. It’s their second location, with the original being a 240-seat taproom in Longwood, about 25 minutes north of our main tourism districts.
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The latter is decorated with nostalgic remembrances and the work of local artists, plus table-top and console games for free play. Grab a cold one and relax on the dog-friendly patio, or take a peek behind the glass-walled brewhouse to observe the daily process.
Motorworks Brewing (City District)
After seven years of brewing acclaimed craft beer in Bradenton on Florida’s west coast, Motorworks Brewing brought a taproom and brewery to downtown Orlando’s City District. It features a seven-barrel brewhouse with 15-barrel tanks for onsite production, ensuring plenty of volume for award-winning brews.
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On top of 24 acclaimed drafts on tap, Motorworks’ Orlando location boasts more than 30 packaged beers, wine, a robust kitchen menu and even a full liquor cocktail menu. Motorworks Orlando is also dog-friendly with an open-air deck out back, so feel free to stay awhile.
Redlight Redlight (Audubon Park)
There are many tasty reasons to visit Orlando’s trendy Audubon Park Garden District, about 15 minutes from downtown, and this local haunt is one of them. Redlight Redlight spent nearly a decade building a reputation as one of the top craft beer bars in the nation before becoming a full-fledged microbrewery.
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Beyond house originals, several other craft breweries are represented on any given night, ranging from native Florida brewhouses to eclectic imports for more than two dozen choices. And that selection pales in comparison to their extensive, 20-plus-page list of bottled and canned beers, ciders, meads and wines, presented as a book complete with chapters.
RockPit Brewing (SODO)
RockPit Brewing’s motto is “You’ll dig our beer,” and for good reason. Part of downtown Orlando’s SODO District Main Street, their taproom boasts 20 drafts with a huge variety of in-house crafted beer and hard seltzer waters.
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While you’re there, you can dig into some hot and fresh Cecil’s Texas Style Bar-B-Q courtesy of an exclusive menu developed just for beer-lovers. You can also order beers to go courtesy of RockPit’s online store.
Sideward Brewing (The Milk District®)
Sideward Brewing is in The Milk District, right next door to a great source of cold sandwiches and subs, Stasio’s Italian Deli & Market. (And yes, the two businesses perfectly complement each other.)
Besides being a well-regarded brewery with a solid lineup of popular beers, the family-owned Sideward serves hearty pub fare from its onsite kitchen. The three co-founders grew up in Orlando and are excited about leveraging their experiences to help their hometown transition into a craft-beer destination.
Tactical Brewing Co. (Baldwin Park)
Tactical Brewing is in Orlando’s upscale Baldwin Park community, east of downtown and adjacent to Audubon Park. It was founded by U.S. military veterans who are passionate about craft beer and equally dedicated to helping fellow veterans and first responders.
Their output is a tasty mix of new and interesting beers along with a balanced, traditional portfolio. They’re also keen on devising memorable names for their creations.
Ten10 Brewing Company (Mills 50® / Ivanhoe Village)
Straddling Orlando’s hip Mills 50 and Ivanhoe Village districts, about 15 minutes from our tourism districts, Ten10 Brewing benefits from passionate owners who use pure ingredients and a brewing system designed to amplify their brews’ great taste.
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Growler and “crowlers” (canned, non-refillable growlers) are available. They also have a small but filling menu of sandwiches and snacks, with all bread provided by Orlando’s own Olde Hearth Bread Company.
Orange County
Outside the City of Orlando, more great breweries await in our surrounding county and neighboring cities, including Winter Garden and the Winter Park area.
New York Beer Project (Winter Garden)
Celebrate the Big Apple’s rich brewing history at New York Beer Project, a glorious re-creation of NYC’s famous Atlantic Garden Beer Hall circa 1892. They’re in Winter Garden, west of downtown Orlando and north of the tourism districts.
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Drink and dine in the splendor of electric gas light chandeliers, chestnut trees, rich interiors and the signature, copper-clad New Yorker Bar. The beer selection pairs perfectly with the venue’s savory, NYC-themed dishes, all designed to transport you to a simpler time when people gathered after a hard day to celebrate good beer, good food and good times with friends and family.
Bowigens Beer Company (Avalon Park & Casselberry)
If you believe that brewing is an art form, you’ll find kindred spirits at Bowigens. Specializing in innovative, creative beers using the best possible ingredients, the team only brews concepts that they’re passionate about.
Bowigens has a new location at The Marketplace at Avalon Park, a food hall with plenty of dining options east of downtown Orlando. Or, visit the original Bowigens in Casselberry, about 30 minutes northeast of Orlando’s tourism districts.
Crooked Can Brewing Company (Winter Garden)
It could be argued that Crooked Can Brewing Company is the charming heart of Winter Garden. The reason being, Crooked Can anchors Plant Street Market, which houses an eclectic collection of eateries and retailers and is the centerpiece of the city’s historic main strip, Plant Street.
Then again, maybe we’re just promoting Crooked Can as Winter Garden’s heart because we really like their beer. Their offerings go great with food from Plant Street Market’s vendors, including sushi from MICHELIN Bib Gourmand Norigami, barbecue, donuts, pizza and pierogis.
Gatlin Hall Brewing (South Orlando)
Located east of the Holden Heights neighborhood and south of SODO just past the Orlando city line, Gatlin Hall Brewing pairs draft brews with wines, ciders and a hearty selection of whiskey. Grab a drink and chill on their outdoor patio, which is family- and pet-friendly
Gatlin Hall also serves food from three local concepts, including Da Kine Poke, Frenchy’s Wood-Fired and Willy’s Original. Best part is, they all go nicely with the brewery’s creations.
Half Barrel Beer Project (Southwest Orlando)
Just 10 minutes from Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld® Orlando, Half Barrel Beer Project takes pride in its unique, half-barrel brewing system, which produces smaller quantities and allows beers on tap to be changed out more frequently.
In addition to making its own beer, the microbrewery and brew pub brings in suds from other local producers. Half Barrel Beer Project is also a bottle shop, carrying a selection of rare beers from across the world.
Surrounding Areas
Even more tasty breweries await you in nearby communities outside Orange County, including Clermont, Sanford and more.
Central 28 Beer Company (DeBary)
Family-owned and operated, Central 28 Beer Company was born out of unbridled enthusiasm for drinking beer, and it shows in the final product. Their year-round offerings are complemented by nearly a dozen semi-regular and seasonal brews.
Central 28 is located about 35 minutes north of our tourism districts, and it’s kid- and dog-friendly — assuming you keep an eye on the former and a leash on the latter. (Please don’t mix those up.) And although the brewery doesn’t serve food, it does host food trucks every Tuesday through Saturday.
Clermont Brewing Co. (Clermont)
Clermont Brewing Co. specializes in craft beer, cocktails, artisanal food and live music — making it a great place to gather with old friends or meet some new ones in the taproom, covered patio or backyard beer garden. They also offer wine for those who prefer grapes over hops.
Some of Central Florida’s finest musicians and entertainers take the stage Wednesdays through Sundays, and there’s lots more to do here. In addition to holiday events, you can look forward to a weekly Sunday Brunch, Tuesday Night Bingo, beer chats and brewery tours, and dueling pianos on Wednesdays. Clermont Brewing is in its namesake city, about 30 minutes west of our main tourism districts.
Deviant Wolfe Brewing (Sanford)
Deviant Wolfe Brewing is crazy about sour beers, and it shows. But if sours aren’t your thing, don’t worry — they also brew true-to-style variations of just about every beer imaginable.
If you’re looking for something to do while you drink, Deviant Wolfe hosts a wide range of special events, such as trivia, yoga and group runs. You can also get growlers to go, as well as a full range of branded glassware and apparel. They’re in Sanford, about 40 minutes northeast of Orlando’s tourism districts.
Orange County Brewers (Lake Mary)
Although originally located in Orange County (hence the name), Orange County Brewers can now be found in Seminole County, about 30 minutes north of downtown Orlando. It’s one of the few local breweries with a female brewmaster, who’s known for creative recipes with unique flavors.
This brewery has earned a rabid following with their innovative concoctions, and they usually have a guest tap or two. The beers are complemented by a robust events schedule, including brunches, trivia and even a beer flight school.
Oviedo Brewing Company (Oviedo)
Located at the Oviedo Mall in their shared namesake city, about 30 minutes north of Orlando’s tourism districts, Oviedo Brewing Company has a hardy lineup of brews for you to enjoy. They’re also very family- and dog-friendly, with indoor and outdoor games, a kids’ (food) menu, and a doggie lawn.
The 8,000-square-foot tap room and brewhouse also has a full kitchen, plus fun events such as weekly trivia nights. They’re up for hosting memorable private events, too.
Wop’s Hops Brewing Company (Sanford)
Wop’s Hop Brewing Company is a microbrewery specializing in English-style ales, located in Sanford. They also have a selection of wines and sodas, and a dog-friendly beer garden that’s perfect for relaxing. Parents are welcome to bring children, too.
The team at Wop’s Hops is very particular about what they put in their beer, going so far as to ban high-fructose corn sugars, GMOs and additives from their brewing process. You won’t go hungry here, either, thanks to pub-friendly food offerings that include menus for kids and even dogs.
Map of Orlando Breweries
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