Flume is a Double IPA, Flume Lite is a Session IPA, and Flume 3 is a Triple IPA that is staring down the barrell of a double-digit ABV rating. You're probably going to order something with the word Flume in it, so we will make it easy on you. What started in an old barn in South Portland has grown into a must-stop for craft beer lovers in the state. Gotta be something with the building, yeah? Microbrewery | 1 Industrial Way Ste 12, Portland, ME 04103īattery Steele is another brewing company that shares in the Industrial Way collection. Breweries are what Dunks are to Massachusetts folk, there's one on every corner, kid. One of the more unique things about the Industrial Way locale is how amazingly close to a fair number of other breweries on this list. And, because we're in the season, they also trot out an Oktoberfest. They make alt versions of their brews, including the Double Dry Hopped Patina and the Barrel Aged Walcott. Those beers sound like snowboard tricks to anyone else? Open every day of the week except Tuesday (really?), so you can call up a few friends and kick back a few Patinas, Bombtracks and Never Enders on the patio and feel like your day was quite successful. Taproom | 1 Industrial Way Ste 8, Portland, ME 04103 | (207) 200-1994Īustin Street's Industrial Way brewery is labeled as their Blending, Bottling & Tasting Room. Austin Street Brewery (Blending & Bottling) 100% of the proceeds went back to the Maine brewers guild. They also participated in the MBG Collab 2020 beer with 39 other Maine breweries. Then again, hard to fault them when they make quality craft brews. Taproom | 115 Fox Street, Portland, ME 04101 | (207) 200-1994įorgive us for saying so, but that makes not one, but two locations in Portland that are not on Austin street. And, at 9% ABV, it will most certainly get the job done (if that's what you're aiming for). It's a crisp golden ale with rich complexity and gentle notes of honey and fruit. That said, we're equally big fans of their Belgian Tripel. You should certainly order one if you plan on visiting. Many folks extol the virtues of Allagash White, and rightfully so. There is plenty of outdoor space to accompany their indoor taprooms. They have a fantastic brewery just North of the city, that's roughly a 15 minute ride or so. Allagash Brewing Companyīrewery | 50 Industrial Way, Portland, ME 04103 | (207) 878-5385Īllagash is among the old guard of Portland brewers. So what are we waiting for, let's go grab a pint in Old Port! Allagash White, so delicious. cities over 50,000 people, just beating out Asheville, NC. Food and Wine goes on to note that the city of Portland has the most breweries per person of all U.S. In fact, the state of Maine has the most breweries per capita in the United States, according to the Bangor Daily News. Amazingly walkable, and, wait for the best part, action-packed with breweries. If you're traveling up and down the eastern seaboard, then the capital city of Maine is for you. Awesome place for food, fun, and most importantly, craft beer. We source FRESH fish, chicken, and beef and we hand-cut daily.Portland Breweries, Brewpubs, and Taprooms Great Coastal Maine City. RISING TIDE'S entrees are familiar favorites with creative new twists.