A look at the best beer and brewery in each state

Alabama

Brewery: Yellowhammer Brewery

Beer: Rebellion (Yellowhammer Brewery), Shadwocaster Porter (Folklore Brewing & Meadery, LLC)*

*Signifies a tie

 

Happy Fourth from the head brewer

A post shared by Yellowhammer Brewing (@yellowhammer_brewing) on Jul 4, 2017 at 3:34pm PDT

Alaska

Brewery: Alaskan Brewing Co.

Beer: A Deal with the Devil (Anchorage Brewing Co.), Alaskan Smoked Porter & Alaskan Amber (Alaskan Brewing Co.)*

 

Crisp, cold and refreshing like the icy waters you love to fish on. Nothing beats the smooth and richly malted flavor of the original Alaskan Amber. Where do you enjoy yours? #alaskanamber #alaskanbeer #livelifealaskan

A post shared by Alaskan Brewing (@alaskanbrewing) on Jul 18, 2017 at 2:55pm PDT

Arizona

Brewery: Prescott Brewing Co.

Beer: Achocolypse (Prescott Brewing Co.), Tower Station (Mother Road Brewing Co.)*

 

Cans ready to be filled and shipped for your enjoyment #phoenix #prescott #sedona #flagstaff #artisan #craftbeverage #beer #brewer #brewing #brewery #craftbeerporn #beerporn #friday #porter #hops #grain #malt #water #yeast #chocolate #refreshing

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Arkansas

Brewery: Diamond Bear Brewing Co. & Ozark Beer Co.*

Beer: Cream Stout (Ozark Beer Co.)

 

Winter is coming, but look on the bright side -- at least you know your beers will stay cold longer. . . . . #GOT #winteriscoming #gameofthrones #GOTS7 #icecoldbeer #drinklocal #craftbeer #beerinitsnaturalstate

A post shared by Diamond Bear Brewing Company (@diamondbearbrewingco) on Jul 15, 2017 at 11:02am PDT

California

Brewery: Russian River Brewing Co.

Beer: Pliny the Elder (Russian River Brewing Co.)

 

Congratulations to our friends @bellsbrewery for your best beer accolades in the annual Zymurgy readers poll! #twoheartedale finally knocked #plinytheelder off his throne after reigning for seven straight years! Please enjoy this "second place" beer to help with the celebration. Twelve bottles of Two Hearted might fit perfectly in that box if you are so inclined! Cheers! #rrbc #rrbccrew #craftbeer

A post shared by Russianriverbrewingofficial (@russianriverbrewingofficial) on Jun 28, 2017 at 12:12pm PDT

Colorado

Brewery: Odell Brewing Co.

Beer: Milk Stout Nitro (Left Hand Brewing)

 

After a long week, it's time to chill. #happyhour #fridaybeer #chillharder #odellinthewild

A post shared by Odell Brewing (@odellbrewing) on Jul 14, 2017 at 3:04pm PDT

Connecticut

Brewery: New England Brewing Co.

Beer: Imperial Stout Trooper (New England Brewing Co.)

 

We are so excited to announce #bottleservice at the taproom! #TheOcho is fresh today too! Check the website for today’s offerings. #drinklocal #drinkcraftbeer #drinkcraft #nebco #newenglandbrewing #beer #ctbeer

A post shared by New England Brewing Tap Room (@taproom_at_newenglandbrewing) on Jul 26, 2017 at 9:11am PDT

Delaware

Brewery: Dogfish Head Craft Brewery

Beer: 90 Minute IPA (Dogfish Head Craft Brewery)

 

Now that you know where the rainbow ends, the question is ... what will your first pint be??? 🌈🍺 #latergram #offcentered #craftbeer

A post shared by dogfishhead (@dogfishhead) on Jul 27, 2017 at 12:48pm PDT

District of Columbia DC

Brewery: Brau Brewing Co.

Beer: On the Wings of Armageddon (DC Brau Brewing Co.), NSFW (Atlas Brew Works)*

 

Get wired with a cup of @juniuscoffee nitro #coldbrew while you fill up your growler with fresh #dcbrau beer #todayatthebrewery. A 10oz cup is just $5! #madeindc #upanddown #coffee #beer #acreativedc

A post shared by DC Brau Brewing Company (@dcbrau) on Jul 22, 2017 at 10:46am PDT

Florida

Brewery: Cigar City Brewing Co.

Beer: Jai Alai IPA (Cigar City Brewing Co.)

 

@Regrann from @chris_detrick - @cigarcitybrewing Jai Alai at Kannaraville Falls. #slotcanyon #cigarcity #jaialai #beerporn #craftbeer #adventurebeer #tampabeer #utahisrad - #regrann

A post shared by Cigar City Brewing (@cigarcitybrewing) on Jun 6, 2017 at 8:19am PDT

Georgia

Brewery: Terrapin Beer Co. & Creature Comforts Brewing Co.

Beer: Tropiclia (Creature Comforts Brewing Co.)

 

Happy Saturday! We hope you're pool, ocean, or brewery-side with a Trop today. Beautiful #creaturesofthesummer photo by @bobbykittisack. #tropmoment

A post shared by Creature Comforts Brewing Co. (@creaturecomfortsbeer) on Jul 15, 2017 at 10:28am PDT

Hawaii

Brewery: Kona Brewing Co.

Beer: Coconut Porter (Maui Brewing Co.), Pipeline Porter & Koko Brown (Kona Brewing Co.)*

 

Why not add a little more color into your life? 🌈 @nurdyk

A post shared by Kona Brewing Co (@konabrewingco) on Jul 13, 2017 at 4:51pm PDT

Idaho

Brewery: Barbarian Brewing, Grand Teton Brewing Co. & RAM Restaurant & Brewery

Beer: Rabbit Punch (RAM Restaurant & Brewery), Sour Porter (Barbarian Brewing)*

 

Sif's Passion is on tap! Sif is Thor's wife and the goddess of passion and wheat. She inspired us to make this hibiscus, pink guava and passion fruit gose. It's tart and bursting with tropical fruit. #unleashyourbarbarian #craftnotcrap #sif #sourbeer #idahobeer #gcoriginal #odinsday

A post shared by BarbarianBrewing (@barbarianbrewingidaho) on Apr 12, 2017 at 2:46pm PDT

Illinois

Brewery: Goose Island Beer Co.

Beer: Bourbon County Brand Stout (Goose Island Beer Co.)

 

UPDATE: THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT... AGAIN. 🙂 Remember that one time we posted about an event at @bangbangpie and it sold out immediately? Yeah, that was a bummer. GOOD NEWS THOUGH, we're doing another one! Link in profile, yo. 🍰🍺🍰🍺🍰🍺🍰🍺🍰🍺🍰🍺🍰🍺🍰🍺🍰🍺 About the event: Celebrate Lincoln Square #MigrationWeek at a local favorite: Bang Bang Pie Shop. Treat yourself to sweet and savory pies, mac and cheese and biscuits inspired by and infused with a variety of Goose Island beers. Beer Menu: 2014 BCS Prop Cooper Series #1 Bourbon Barrel Aged Scotch Ale Old Man Grumpy Sofie

A post shared by Goose Island Beer Co. (@gooseisland) on May 31, 2017 at 11:52am PDT

Indiana

Brewery: Three Floyds Brewing Co.

Beer: Zombie Dust (Three Floyds Brewing Co.)

 

Come by and stock up for the weekend 🍻 Cases of Gumballhead, Alpha King, Yum Yum, Zombie Dust, Robert The Bruce, and Space Station Middle Finger available now!

A post shared by 3 Floyds (@3floydsbrewing) on Apr 7, 2017 at 2:09pm PDT

Iowa

Brewery: Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.

Beer: pseudoSue (Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.)

 

Friday is finally here! Enjoy the what will you be cracking open to celebrate the end of a long work week? #Repost @officialpjallen (@get_repost) ・・・ @tgbrews in the house! 🍺 #beer #craftbeer #beerlover #instabeer #ipa #instabrew #brew #craftbrew #craft #brewery #lovebeer #love #freedom #photodaily #photography #lifestyle #picoftheday #wisconsin #happiness #livinglife #follow #instagram #instalike #capture #photooftheday #instadaily #photogram #igdaily #social

A post shared by Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. (@tgbrews) on Jul 21, 2017 at 6:10am PDT

Kansas

Brewery: Tallgrass Brewing Co.

Beer: Buffalo Sweat (Tallgrass Brewing Co.)

 

Happy Friday! ☀️ Let's kick off the weekend with a cold one! Which one will you choose!? 🍺🍻😎 #tastybit #8Bit #buffalosweat #keylimepie #raspberryjam #craftcans #tallgrassbrewingco #midwestaf

A post shared by Tallgrass Brewing Company (@tallgrassbeer) on Jun 16, 2017 at 4:22pm PDT

Kentucky

Brewery: West Sixth Brewing

Beer: West Sixth IPA (West Sixth Brewing)

 

#fourthofjuly is just getting started! Enjoying brews at @transylvaniauniversity Patriotic Concert 🇺🇸

A post shared by West Sixth Brewing (@westsixth) on Jul 3, 2017 at 5:43pm PDT

Louisiana

Brewery: Bayou Teche Brewing

Beer: Miel Sauvage (Bayou Teche Brewing)

 

Visiting Bayou Teche!!!

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Maine

Brewery: Maine Beer Co.

Beer: Dinner (Main Beer Co.)

 

We still have Dinner on tap in our tasting room! Swing by to try this tasty double IPA! #dowhatsright #dinnertime #mainedinner

A post shared by Maine Beer Company (@mainebeerco) on Jun 27, 2017 at 8:18am PDT

Maryland

Brewery: Flying Dog Brewery

Beer: Raging Bitch Belgian IPA (Flying Dog Brewery)

 

A liquid art gallery courtesy of @Steadmanart #GoodBeerNoShit

A post shared by Flying Dog (@flyingdogbrewery) on Jul 21, 2017 at 1:09pm PDT

Massachusetts

Brewery: Tree House Brewing Co.

Beer: Julius (Tree House Brewing Co.)

 

A very long time coming and thousands of dedicated man hours in the making... Dr. J in his proper home! A very proud day here. Thank you! - @nathanlanier @treehousedean @laurenelanier @bprind01 @mzwebster #treehousecrew

A post shared by Tree House Brewing Company (@treehousebrewco) on Jul 9, 2015 at 9:02am PDT

Michigan

Brewery: Bell’s Brewery

Beer: Two Hearted Ale (Bell’s Brewery)

 

Thank you to the #homebrew community, our fans, partners and our employees for making this possible. We are truly honored and raise a pint to all of you! #1 Beer in America: Two Hearted #5 Beer in America: Hopslam #1 Brewery in America: Bell's Brewery #2 Portfolio in America: Bell's Brewery Full lists are available in the link in our description.

A post shared by Bell's Brewery (@bellsbrewery) on Jun 19, 2017 at 2:34pm PDT

Minnesota

Brewery: Surly Brewing Co.

Beer: Abrasive Ale & Todd the Axe Man (Surly Brewing Co.)*

 

At tonight's Pride @beerdabbler, enjoy a firkin of Extra Hot Spice Boyz, our refreshing ginger lager spiked with Vietnamese chilies and guajillo peppers. #pridedabbler

A post shared by Surly Brewing (@surlybrewing) on Jun 23, 2017 at 12:37pm PDT

Mississippi

Brewery: Lazy Magnolia Brewing Co.

Beer: Southern Pecan (Lazy Magnolia Brewing Co.)

 

All waiting for you on #ThePorch at #lazymagnoliabrewery #6packs #mixpacks #growlers #crowlers #craftbrew #craftbeer #ontap #dosomethinglazy #togo #lazymagnolia

A post shared by Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company (@lazymagnoliabrewery) on Jul 27, 2017 at 12:40pm PDT

Missouri

Brewery: Boulevard Brewing Co.

Beer: Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale (Boulevard Brewing Co.)

 

Have Tank, will travel. Last week's Tank 7 Thursday winner @taylorbern repped Tank 7 at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany and earned himself a prize pack. Want to win one this week? Post your best Tank 7 photo today, tag us and #T7T, and you're entered!

A post shared by Boulevard Brewing Company (@boulevard_beer) on Jul 13, 2017 at 8:09am PDT

Montana

Brewery: Big Sky Brewing

Beer: Single Hop Ale (Bitter Root Brewing Co.)

 

#Summer

A post shared by Big Sky Brewing Company (@bigskybrewing) on Jul 16, 2017 at 8:30pm PDT

Nebraska

Brewery: Nebraska Brewing Co.

Beer: Hop God (Nebraska Brewing Co.)

 

Blanc is the new White! Sauvignon Blanc barrel aged Saison! 7.6% ABV, 20 IBUs

A post shared by Nebraska Brewing Company (@nebraskabrewing) on Jul 7, 2017 at 2:35pm PDT

Nevada

Brewery: The Brewer’s Cabinet

Beer: Dirty Wookie (The Brewer’s Cabinet)

 

$2 cans, $3 drafts, $6 dollar six packs, and maybe even a leprechaun today at the production brewery open bar from 3-7. 8565 White Fir St.

A post shared by The Brewer's Cabinet (@brewers_cabinet) on Mar 17, 2017 at 10:34am PDT

New Hampshire

Brewery: Moonlight Meadery

Beer: Utopian (Moonlight Meadery)

 

#leftOvers

A post shared by Moonlight Meadery (@moonlightmeadery) on Jul 17, 2017 at 2:47pm PDT

New Jersey

Brewery: Carton Brewing Co.

Beer: Head High (Kane Brewing)

 

We're here at @jamiansfd taking over the taps at the outdoor bar! Come on out and grab a pour!

A post shared by Carton Brewing (@cartonbrewing) on May 18, 2017 at 2:25pm PDT

New Mexico

Brewery: La Cumbre Brewing Co.

Beer: Elevated IPA (La Cumbre Brewing Co.)

 

Here's a really nice photo of a really nice beer on top of a really nice mountain. 🏔🏔🏔 Thanks @sdizzzle for elevating Elevated IPA to the top of Santa Fe Baldy. Use #lacumbretravels to get your photo featured. #craftbeer #abqbeer #nmbeer #packitinpackitout

A post shared by La Cumbre Brewing Co. (@lacumbrebrewing) on Jul 17, 2017 at 10:05am PDT

New York

Brewery: Southern Tier Brewing Co.

Beer: Choklat Oranj (Southern Tier Brewing Co.)

 

May we suggest something citrusy & delicious on #worldchocolateday? Perhaps some #ChoklatOranj #cupcakes would do the trick? 📸 & baking by @lynzie_d

A post shared by Southern Tier Brewing Company (@stbcbeer) on Jul 7, 2017 at 9:09am PDT

North Carolina

Brewery: Wicked Weed Brewing Co.

Beer: Pernicious IPA (Wicked Weed Brewing Co.)

 

A fresh batch of Pernicious headed down the packaging line today. #WickedWeed #Pernicious #Asheville

A post shared by Wicked Weed Brewing (@wickedweedbrewing) on Jul 21, 2017 at 3:22pm PDT

Ohio

Brewery: Great Lakes Brewing Co.

Beer: Hop JuJu Imperial IPA (Fat Heads Brewery)

 

Cheers from our annual staff picnic! We're sending a toast from the Cuyahoga River to you and yours!

A post shared by Great Lakes Brewing Company (@glbc_cleveland) on Jul 16, 2017 at 11:55am PDT

Oklahoma

Brewery: Prairie Artisan Ales

Beer: Bomb! (Prairie Artisan Ales)

 

@prairieokc is coming along nicely! We will be able to drink Bomb there shortly. Who is ready?

A post shared by Prairie Artisan Ales (@prairieales) on Jul 25, 2017 at 4:53pm PDT

Oregon

Brewery: Deschutes Brewery

Beer: Fresh Squeezed IPA (Deschutes Brewery)

 

Hoppy Fresh Squeezed Friday everyone! What are your big plans for the weekend?? We hope it includes some adventuring & tasty hand-crafted beer! #freshsqueezedfriday #TGIF #worthsharing #IPA #craftbeer #tatoo #hops #tshirt #tee

A post shared by Deschutes Brewery (@deschutesbeer) on Jul 21, 2017 at 2:12pm PDT

Pennsylvania

Brewery: Victory Brewing Co.

Beer: Nugget Nectar (Troegs Brewing Co.)

 

This looks like a pretty solid way to get Saturday started on a high note. #AllYouNeedIsSummerLove #SummerVibes

A post shared by Victory Brewing Company (@victorybeer) on Jul 22, 2017 at 9:38am PDT

Rhode Island

Brewery: Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island

Beer: Captains Daughter (Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island)

 

Open today from 3-8 with some fresh CD shirts back in stock! Other proper swag available as well. #captainsdaughter #properglassware #propershirtwear #propercoasterware #properbeerwear

A post shared by Grey Sail Brewing of RI (@greysail) on Jun 22, 2017 at 12:10pm PDT

South Carolina

Brewery: Palmetto Brewing Co.

Beer: Huger Street IPA (Palmetto Brewing Co.)

 

Millie wants to lick that can so bad. Come on down bring your dogs to hear live music, drink cold beer, eat an amazing burger, and maybe pet Millie. #burgernight #drinklocal #puppies #bestpicture

A post shared by Palmetto Brewing Co. (@palmettobrewing) on Jul 26, 2017 at 4:23pm PDT

South Dakota

Brewery: Firehouse Brewing Co. & Miner Brewing Co.

Beer: Blue Eyed Girl (Firehouse Brewing), Chokecherry Brown Ale (Miner Brewing Co.)*

 

While in Downtown Rapid City be sure to try our newest release: Rough Cut Rye - crafted with help from tonight's @rcsummernights performers @ryanchrys #craftbeer #hifromsd #blackhills #southdakota #drinklocal #firehousebrewing #rapidcity

A post shared by Firehouse Brewing Company (@firehousebrewing) on Jul 27, 2017 at 11:07am PDT

Tennessee

Brewery: Yazoo Brewing Co.

Beer: Hefeweizen (Yazoo Brewing Co.)

 

New Daddy-O Pilsner 6 pack and bottle label artwork will be making a debut this week! Same great recipe.

A post shared by Yazoo Brew (@yazoobrew) on Jul 9, 2017 at 10:03am PDT

Texas

Brewery: Peticolas Brewing Co.

Beer: Atrial Rubicite (Jester King Craft Brewery)

 

Sipping on a little Thrilla In Brazilla at @peticolasbrewing today with the crew from @chocbeer in town for the day. #goodbeer

A post shared by Index Fest (@indexfest) on Jun 29, 2015 at 2:33pm PDT

Utah

Brewery: EPIC Brewing Co.

Beer: Big Bad Baptist (EPIC Brewing Co.)

 

Celebrate Pride with us! Come and stock up on Epic brews for all of your festivities this weekend! Cheers! 🍻🎊

A post shared by Epic Brewing (@epicbrewing) on Jun 1, 2017 at 1:01pm PDT

Vermont

Brewery: The Alchemist

Beer: Heady Topper (The Alchemist)

 

Today’s beer selection. Good time for a visit. #brokenspoke #skadoosh #beelzebub #headytopper #focalbanger #crusher

A post shared by Alchemist Beer (@alch3mistb33r) on May 12, 2017 at 8:08am PDT

Virginia

Brewery: Port City Brewing Co.

Beer: Christmas Morning (Hardywood Park Craft Brewery)

 

We're open for business! 🍻 Join us today for the release party of Derecho Common, come enjoy the gorgeous weather, beers, and food trucks! 😎 . . . . . #craftbeer #dcbeer #eatlocal #dcbrews #vacraftbeer #drinklocal #vacraftbrews #vabeer #craftbrewers #craftbrews #californiacommon

A post shared by Port City Brewing Company (@portcitybrew) on Jun 2, 2017 at 11:37am PDT

Washington

Brewery: Fremont Brewing

Beer: Bourbon Barrel Aged Dark Star (Fremont Brewing)

 

That's a wrap! Congrats to all the STP bike riders--thanks for letting us be a part of all the fun! Cheers 🍻🚲🍻🚲🍻🚲🍻

A post shared by fremontbrewing (@fremontbrewing) on Jul 16, 2017 at 7:28pm PDT

Wisconsin

Brewery: New Glarus Brewing Co.

Beer: Wisconsin Belgian Red (New Glarus Brewing Co.)

 

Happy weekend, friends!

A post shared by New Glarus Brewing Company (@newglarusbrewing) on Jun 17, 2017 at 10:05am PDT

Wyoming

Brewery: Melvin Brewing

Beer: 2×4 DIPA (Melvin Brewing)

 

17 Melvin beers all damn week @lardopdx - hip hop, bull rides, crane rides, IPA's | #craftbeer | #portland

A post shared by #Melvinbrewing #2x4 (@melvinbrewing) on Jun 8, 2017 at 11:33am PDT