Beers Local to the Emerald Coast

beers_local_to_the_emerald_coastBeers Local to the Emerald Coast

If you are a beer drinker, you will find no shortage of delicious craft brews on the Emerald Coast! Here are some local beers you can find on your next beach vacation.


Destin Brewery
This brewery, located in the heart of the Emerald Coast, puts local flavor and style into all of their creations. With names likes Destin Ale and East Pass IPA, all of their brews reflect the personality of their hometown. Destin Brewery prides itself on being family-friendly
and encourages parents to bring their kids along to their tasting room.

Grayton Beer 
One of the most well-known breweries in the region, Grayton Beer offers a variety of brews ranging from an IPA to their popular Rose Gose, featuring a blend of hibiscus flowers. To experience these delicious brews, be sure to add Grayton Beer’s Taproom or Brewpub to your 
itinerary for your next beach vacation.

Idyll Hounds Brewing Company 
This brewery is run by a group of guys who are truly passionate about the beer they brew. If you are a craft beer lover, you will definitely enjoy the unique creations Idyll Hounds produces. This brewery is on the same street as Grayton Beer Company, so we suggest making an afternoon out of visiting multiple breweries in the area!

McGuire’s Irish Pub 
Best known for delicious food and a fun atmosphere, McGuire’s is a must-visit for many people traveling to the Emerald Coast. What some don’t realize though is that this popular restaurant also brews its own beers on site! From pale ales to stouts and even a non-alcoholic root beer, everyone in your party will be able to enjoy local brews at McGuire’s. 
  
3rd Planet Brewing 
This Niceville brewery with two lively locations is known for its laid back atmosphere. Being dog-friendly, kid-friendly and food-friendly, 3rd Planet has quickly become the place to be for people of all ages. If you are looking for a place to spend a relaxed afternoon, grab your friends and family and play a game of Jenga or corn hole at the brewery’s outdoor yard. 

Props Brewery
With multiple locations in Fort Walton Beach and Niceville, Props has become a favorite hang out place for locals. The brewery is nestled in Fort Walton Beach, but the delicious brews on tap can be found at all three locations. With nearly 20 beers to choose from, you are sure to find a brew that pleases your palate at any Props location.

Strange Colt Brewery 
This gastropub is best known for its made-from-scratch food and brews that perfectly compliment each other. The best part? Some dishes on the menu include the restaurant’s brews such as the beer-basted rack of ribs or the nitro coffee stout ice cream beer float. 

Fort Walton Brewing Company
One of the region’s newest breweries, Fort Walton Brewing Company offers a twist on your typical brewery. This laid back location serves up a variety of beer accompanied by home-brewed craft sodas. Their brewing team is made up of a majority of women and is led by a female brewmaster. This brewery is only open a few days a week, so be sure to check the schedule before adding it to your itinerary. 

Ye Olde Brothers Brewery
This popular restaurant brings Navarre its first craft brewery. The delicious menu not only includes smoked meat ands brick-oven pizzas, but also craft brews that are perfectly paired with the food they serve. If you are looking for a Southern-inspired laid back atmosphere
with local beers and good eats, Ye Olde Brothers Brewery is the place for you!

Published on Friday, April 5, 2019