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If you’re a craft beer enthusiast, you likely have a go-to brewery that you consider to be the best. Whether it’s just around the corner or a few states away, these breweries often hold a special place in our hearts. But what makes a brewery truly stand out?
To answer this question, we’ve compiled an updated list of the best breweries in each state, based on ratings from Beer Advocate. Before diving into the full list, here’s a snapshot of the Top 5 breweries for 2026:
- Alaska (AK) – Anchorage Brewing Company – Rating: 4.87
- Florida (FL) – Copp Winery & Brewery – Rating: 4.85
- California (CA) – Beachwood Blendery – Rating: 4.83
- Wisconsin (WI) – Dave’s Brewfarm – Rating: 4.78
- Montana (MT) – Lewis & Clark Brewing Company – Rating: 4.75
How We Compiled This List
To identify the top breweries, we sourced data from Beer Advocate, gathering listings of breweries from each state and sorting them by rating from highest to lowest. We only included breweries with at least 10 reviews to ensure quality representation. From this selection, we highlighted the top-rated brewery in each state.
In addition, we examined individual breweries to find their highest-rated beer using a similar methodology, filtering beers with at least 5 reviews. This approach revealed that Alaska’s craft beer scene has much more to offer than many might expect.
Top Breweries Across America
| Rank | State | Brewery | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | Anchorage Brewing Company | 4.87 |
| 2 | Florida | Copp Winery & Brewery | 4.85 |
| 3 | California | Beachwood Blendery | 4.83 |
| 4 | Wisconsin | Dave’s Brewfarm | 4.78 |
| 5 | Montana | Lewis & Clark Brewing Company | 4.75 |
| 6 | Arkansas | Ozark Beer Co. | 4.74 |
| 7 | New Hampshire | Candia Road Brewing Company | 4.67 |
| 8 | South Carolina | Edmund’s Oast | 4.62 |
| 9 | Colorado | Casey Brewing & Blending | 4.61 |
| 9 | Texas | Jester King Brewery | 4.61 |
| 9 | Vermont | Hill Farmstead Brewery | 4.61 |
| 12 | Connecticut | OEC Brewing (Ordinem Ecentrici Coctores) | 4.60 |
| 13 | Massachusetts | Trillium Brewing Company | 4.59 |
| 14 | Maine | Barreled Souls Brewing Company | 4.56 |
| 15 | New York | Rushing Duck Brewing Company | 4.55 |
| 16 | Mississippi | Mississippi Brewing Company | 4.54 |
| 16 | New Jersey | Conclave Brewing | 4.54 |
| 16 | Virginia | The Answer Brewpub | 4.54 |
| 19 | Ohio | Fat Head’s Brewery | 4.53 |
| 20 | Louisiana | The Courtyard Brewery | 4.52 |
| 20 | North Carolina | Wicked Weed Brewing | 4.52 |
| 22 | Michigan | Short’s Brewing Company | 4.51 |
| 22 | Missouri | 2nd Shift Brewing | 4.51 |
| 24 | Minnesota | Bemidji Brewing Company, LLC | 4.50 |
| 24 | Pennsylvania | Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company | 4.50 |
| 26 | Delaware | Dogfish Head Craft Brewery | 4.48 |
| 27 | Indiana | The Devil’s Trumpet Brewing Co. | 4.47 |
| 28 | Oregon | Great Notion Brewing | 4.44 |
| 29 | Iowa | Madhouse Brewing Company | 4.42 |
| 30 | Georgia | The Wrecking Bar Brewpub | 4.41 |
| 30 | Kentucky | Dry Ground Brewing Co. | 4.41 |
| 30 | New Mexico | La Cumbre Brewing Co. | 4.41 |
| 33 | Alabama | Yellowhammer Brewing | 4.39 |
| 33 | Arizona | Dragoon Brewing Company | 4.39 |
| 35 | Illinois | Scorched Earth Brewing Company | 4.37 |
| 35 | Maryland | Burley Oak Brewery | 4.37 |
| 37 | Nebraska | Infusion Brewing Co. | 4.32 |
| 37 | South Dakota | Monks House of Ale Repute / Gandy Dancer Brew Works | 4.32 |
| 37 | Washington | Bale Breaker Brewing Company | 4.32 |
| 40 | Rhode Island | Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island | 4.30 |
| 41 | Kansas | Gella’s Diner & Lb. Brewing Co. | 4.26 |
| 42 | Tennessee | Wiseacre Brewing | 4.25 |
| 43 | Idaho | Selkirk Abbey Brewing Company | 4.20 |
| 44 | Nevada | Banger Brewing | 4.18 |
| 45 | Hawaii | Maui Brewing Co. | 4.17 |
| 46 | North Dakota | Fargo Brewing Company | 4.08 |
| 47 | Wyoming | Melvin Brewing / Thai Me Up | 4.05 |
| 48 | Utah | Uinta Brewing Company | 4.04 |
| 49 | Oklahoma | Prairie Artisan Ales | 3.96 |
| 50 | West Virginia | Mountain State Brewing Co. | 3.95 |
As the craft beer movement continues to flourish across the United States, these breweries represent not just local flavors but also the innovative spirit of the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned craft beer lover or a newcomer, exploring these top-rated breweries can lead to unforgettable experiences and a deeper appreciation for the art of brewing. Cheers to discovering the best brews America has to offer!
Author
Chris Kolmar is a co-founder of Zippia and the editor-in-chief of the Zippia career advice blog. He has hired over 50 people in his career, been hired five times, and wants to help you land your next job. His research has been featured on the New York Times, Thrillist, VOX, The Atlantic, and a host of local news. More recently, he's been quoted on USA Today, BusinessInsider, and CNBC.
