Breweries

Raise a glass to Albany’s thriving craft beer scene, where local breweries pour creative, character-filled beers alongside laid-back spaces and plenty of local flavor. From innovative brews to longtime favorites, discover the breweries that make exploring Albany one pint at a time worth the trip.

The Culinary Capital
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.
Group Tour Itineraries & Articles
Something’s Brewing in Albany: Tour Albany’s Craft Beverage Producers
Albany has a history of coming in first. We are America's oldest city, home of the first bakers' dozen, the first grand slam, and the first brewery.
Nightlife
15 Things to Try at Druthers Brewing Company Besides the Beer
If you’ve ever told yourself you’re not really a brewery person, Druthers Brewing Company is the place that tries to change your mind, and mostly with food.
Nightlife
Guide to Albany’s Capital Craft Beverage Trail
Albany County's craft beverage scene is booming.
The Culinary Capital
4 Spots to Sip & Savor Murals in Albany, New York
Art is everywhere in Albany! Admire a depiction of the city's historic past while enjoying a hand-crafted brew or marvel at a rendering of the city's skyline while munching on a doughnut.