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10 Breweries to Visit in Albany County

From Cohoes, to the Helderberg Hilltowns, to Delmar, to the Warehouse District, Albany County's craft beer scene is booming.

Support local by raising a glass in-person at one of Albany County's breweries.

Fort Orange Brewing

450 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12204

Housed in a former warehouse, Fort Orange Brewing is Albany's largest taproom. The welcoming space is full of industrial charm, complete with twinkle lights! The microbrewery's rotating tap list features a variety of beers from blueberry sours, to coconut porters, to peanut butter stouts. Throughout the week, Fort Orange Brewing often hosts trivia nights, food trucks, yoga classes and even a cornhole league. Grab beers to go with cans, crowlers and growlers.

The Real McCoy Beer Co.

20 Hallwood Rd, Delmar, NY 12054

Established in 2015, The Real McCoy Beer Co. is Delmar's first nano craft brewery. As a small batch New York State Farm Brewery, 20% of the brewery's ingredients are grown in New York State including hops sourced from local growers in Albany County and beyond! The taproom, located near Four Corners, often hosts pop ups with Suburban Kitchen. On warmer days, relax on one of the many picnic tables outside of the taproom's doors while enjoying beers ranging from the Delmartian New England IPA, to Empire Red Ale, to Bravo Whisky Sour. Cans are also available to go.

Fidens Brewing Company

897 Broadway, Albany NY 12207

Fidens Brewing Company has recently moved from their Colonie location to a new taproom in Albany's warehouse district. Fidens hope this new location will allow for a welcoming community space. With new releases ech week, Fidens is worth visiting again and again. Check out their Facebook and Instagram to see what brews are available each week!

Bye-i Brewing

122 Remsen St, Cohoes, NY 12047

Located in Cohoes, Bye-i Brewing is nestled on the newly revitalized Remsen Street. The craft brewery specializes in "aromatic ales & IPAs with a flavor twist". Find unique flavors such as 131 Hab (Habanero) Pale Ale, "1 In A Melon" Wheat Beer, BoozeBerry Blonde or Nutz N' Jam Porter on tap.

Common Roots Brewing Company

One of the newest additions to Albany's craft beverage scene, Common Roots opened their latest location her in Albany in 2024. Found in the building that once housed the Albany Pump Station, Common Roots Brewing Company is a family-owned brewery offering a rotating selection of beer and spirits. Pair your drink with one of their delicious kitchen features.

Helderberg Mountain Brewing Company

83 Main St, East Berne, NY 12059

Nestled in the Helderberg Hilltown of Berne, Helderberg Mountain Brewing Company is a New York State farm licensed brewery. The brewery prides itself on supporting New York agriculture with most of its handcrafted, small batch beer containing between 90% to 100% New York malt and hops. Several of the brewery's beers including the Blonde Ale, Wheat Ale, Hefeweizen, Pale Ale, Amber Ale, and IPA are made from 100% New York ingredients. Both the tap room and the large outdoor pavilion are pet-friendly! The tap room hosts a monthly fundraiser where $1 from every pint of "For Paws Porter™" sold is donated to a different Animal Rescue, Veterans Group, or Non-Profit Organization.

The Warbler Brewery

155 Delaware Ave, Delmar, NY 12054

The Warbler Brewery opened in Delmar at the end of 2020. The brewery has a spacious taproom to savor beers on tap and offers curbside pickup for 4-packs or crowlers to enjoy at home. Raise a glass of the Warbler Pale Ale, the brewery's flagship ale, or for something a little bit different try the Squeech Blackberry, a tart ale brewed with blackberry puree and vanilla. Shirts, hoodies, glasses and stickers are also available.

Mixed Breed Brewing

457 State Route 146 Guilderland Center, NY 12085

Mixed Breed Brewing, located in Guilderland, is one of Albany County's newest breweries, opened in 2021. Mixed Breed Brewing is "created for individuals who enjoy brewing, drinking, and celebrating the diversity of beer, life, and the friendships it creates." The brewery has a variety of beers available including a New England IPA, stout, double IPA and more. Support the new brewery by purchasing merch such as tee shirts, caps, sweatshirts, beanies and more!

Indian Ladder Farms Cidery & Brewery

342 Altamont Rd, Altamont, NY 12009

Indian Ladder Farms Cidery & Brewery specializes in "farm to glass" cider and beer. Located on the popular 100-year-old family-owned Indian Ladder Farms, ILFCB is dedicated to the farm-to-table movement. The beer is produced using hops and malting barley grown onsite as well as from other local farms. Swing by the Tasting Room to savor beers on tap such as Bootleg Lawn Darts, a West Coast-Style IPA, or Indian Lager Farms, an Estate Helles Lager. Make plans to sip on beer and enjoy a bite to eat at the outdoor Biergarten, a local hot spot especially during the autumn months. Grab and go 4-packs and crowlers are also available for pickup in the Bottle Shop.

Druthers Brewing Company

1053 Broadway, Albany, NY 12204

Druthers, a cornerstone in Albany's Warehouse District, is a household name in the Capital Region. The brewpub is popular for its signature craft beers and comfort food favorites such as the house-made mac and cheese. Find beers on tap such as the signature All-In IPA or seasonal specials such as the Winter Warmer. Druthers has you covered with cans, bottles and growlers to-go.

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Michelle Ancona is the Content Marketing Manager for Discover Albany. She grew up in Boise, Idaho and moved to the East Coast to attend Marist College. After working at several PR agencies, she joined Discover Albany to follow her passion of showcasing all the wonderful events, experiences and attractions that New York's Capital City has to offer travelers and locals alike!

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