Northeastern Pennsylvania Celebrates a Proud, Long-Standing Tradition of Brewing Beer
Currently, there are 44 craft breweries making great beer in Northeastern Pennsylvania. In honor of these intrepid artisans, their tasty beers, the unique taprooms and those of us who happily imbibe, we’ve put together the DiscoverNEPA Brewer’s Loop.
The Loop covers 10 counties and stops in 28 incredible towns. All told, it stretches out over 400 miles, and makes for quite the scenic tour of NEPA — snaking along forested mountain highways, surfing green pastures, and swimming rivers cold and clear. And, if you do a little planning, you can easily string together a few mini loops for a day of brewery hopping.
Use our handy Brewer’s Loop as a guide and set out on your very own NEPA craft beer journey. Be responsible. Be safe, and let ’em know DiscoverNEPA sent you.
The Susquehanna Stretch
This section covers 3 counties, with stops in 10 unique towns, and it includes 14 breweries. Enjoy stops in picturesque farm country, quiet Valley Communities and a few bustling cities.
Bloomsburg, PA
Bloomsburg is becoming a beer town, and the Turkey Hill Brewing Company is leading the charge. This charming brewery and pub welcomes visitors with exposed beams and stonework. The beers are the true standout here, but the comforting and delicious food gives them a good run for the money.
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Berwick, PA
Berwick Brewing Company is a true, old -school, classic hometown brewery – the only exception is the stunning variety of beer. With over 20 taps, it’s tough to settle on just one style. Stop by in the summer and enjoy their German-style biergarten overlooking the Susquehanna River.
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Berwick, PA
Head to Berwick and check out this unique, little brewery on Front St. Anomaly Craft Brewing combines the brewhouse experience with both a coffee shop and café. Take on flights of their brewery-fresh ales and lagers and save room for soup and a sandwich (and maybe a latte).
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Conyngham, PA
Belly up to their classic, horseshoe bar, grab a table overlooking the yard or find a seat on the porch. Conyngham Brewing Company runs 12 rotating taps featuring their freshest beers made with only local, homegrown ingredients.
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Shickshinny, PA
Surrounded by lush, green mountains, this Shickshinny favorite has become a go-to spot for fresh brewed, cold beer. Five Mountain Brewing Company’s cozy taproom is the perfect size for a relaxing night out with friends. They also offer 4-packs to go.
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Plymouth, PA
This scrappy microbrewery in Plymouth brings a fresh spin on the IPA game. Make your way to Bearded Barrel Brewing Company for their insanely popular can releases and growler fills. You can also find them at many local bars and restaurants.
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Forty Fort, PA
Pop into Old Fort Brewing Company, a cozy, artsy brewpub in Forty Fort for classic, tap list staples like west coast and hazy IPAs, lagers, saisons, special releases and more. Get lost in unique mural work by local artists and fuel up on beer-friendly fare from local restaurants and food trucks.
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Hanover Twp., PA
You can see all the magic happen from the comfort of your table at Benny Brewing Company in Hanover Township. The pristine, wide open brewery and kitchen are on display as you sample any of the eleven beers on tap. FYI – they have a BBQ pit out back.
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Wilkes-Barre, PA
Pop in to Sandy Shore Brewing, which shares its space with Blaze Pizza in Wilkes-Barre, for a few cold ones and a pie. Sample your way through six rotating drafts fresh from the brewhouse. Keep an eye on their weekly schedule of awesome brewery events.
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Wilkes-Barre Twp., PA
Housed in a former monastery in Wilkes-Barre Township, Breaker Brewing Company offers an ambitious dining menu to pair with their wide selection of unique rotating drafts. You can also find all of their amazing beers at the Breaker Brewing Outpost in Archbald.
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Pittston, PA
Noted for their incredibly laid back and informative brewery tours, Susquehanna Brewing Company also features a tasting room with plenty of fresh-brewed beers on tap. They also regularly tap casks of rare and experimental beers.
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Pittston, PA
Blind Cat Beer Co. is an ultra-cool, Downtown Pittston brewery with an intense focus on industry sustainability. The stylish, five-barrel brewhouse cranks out delicious, small-batch brews using local ingredients, eco-friendly packaging and responsible waste practices.
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Dallas, PA
NEPA’s blue-collar roots are on full display at Back Mountain Brewing Company, a veteran-owned nano brewery in Dallas. The iconic location’s modern industrial vibe blends with a laid-back atmosphere and expertly crafted brews to deliver the quintessential craft tap room experience.
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Tunkhannock, PA
NEPA’s expansive northern countryside provides the tranquil setting for Nimble Hill Winery & Brewery. They feature a cozy, spacious taproom with a regular line up of year-round beers and the occasional seasonal offering.
Learn MoreThe Endless-Pocono Run
This section spans 5 counties, 12 towns and 19 breweries. It traverses the Endless Mountains, Scranton’s gorgeous architecture, the scenic Pocono Mountains and the Delaware River.
Montrose, PA
Head out to Montrose for scenic Endless Mountains views, a comfy, laid-back taproom and fresh, cold beer at Country Trails Brewing Company. Alongside their incredible beers, they also serve up Peckville’s famous Andy’s Pizza.
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Susquehanna, PA
Head out to NEPA’s northern reaches in Susquehanna for a stable of tasty craft beers alongside a uniquely-creative dining menu at Little Ireland Brewing Company. Plan your trip to match up with their weekly trivia night or live, local music.
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Scott Twp., PA
Last Minute Brewing in Scott Twp. enjoys a quiet, scenic northern Lackawanna County address. The winding country roads and wide-open swaths of golden field treat the eye nearly as much as their delicious beers treat your tastebuds.
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Scranton, PA
Groove Brewing in Scranton offers a peaceful respite from the bustle of the Electric City. Enjoy brewery-fresh beers in their cozy and pet-friendly, garage-style taproom. The brewery features a wide selection of expertly crafted beers on tap and plenty to go in 4-packs.
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Scranton, PA
Cooper’s Family Brewing is a traditional nanobrewery located in the legendary Cooper’s Seafood House in Scranton. The brewery offers up just about everything from German-style lagers to Belgian Wits to American IPAs.
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Scranton, PA
Add a splash of colorful digital art to your beer run at Mutant Brewing, a unique NFT-inspired brewpub in Scranton. The slate features 12 funky offerings ranging from traditional and hazy IPAs to their popular Stuntman Sour series.
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Scranton, PA
Grab a pint from Voodoo Brewing Company in Scranton’s South Side. This eclectic brewpub offers a rotating selection of the Meadville brewery’s famous stable of regular, seasonal and special beer releases.
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Honesdale, PA
Historic downtown Honesdale shines in the shadow of the iconic Irving Cliff at Runaway Train Brewery on Chapel St. Enjoy a wide selection of brewery-fresh ales and lagers alongside a full menu of delicious sandwiches and entrees.
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Honesdale, PA
Offering a charming take on the neighborhood brewpub, Here & Now Brewing Company on Main Street in Honesdale delights with innovative beers, an ever-evolving food menu and a reverence for classic rustic design.
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Milanville, PA
Relax in the scenic, Pocono Mountain countryside at Second District Brew Farm, a working hop farm, event space and tasting room in Milanville. The brew farm serves as an extension of Second District Brewing in Philadelphia and offers up a full tap list of brewery-fresh beers.
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Hawley, PA
History blends well with beer at Hopping Eagle Brewing Company, located inside the famous Hawley Silk Mill. The spacious brewery features a lengthy bar and plenty delicious beers always on tap and in 4-packs to go.
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Hawley, PA
Wallenpaupack Brewing Company offers the perfect spot for gathering with a few friends, or for a night out with the family. With brewery-fresh beers on tap and a locally-sourced menu, good times aren’t hard to find.
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Madison Twp., PA
Curran Brewing Company in Madison Twp. operates a rustic, outdoor taproom from May through October. The taproom features a small bar, plenty of patio seating, a stage for weekly live music, syunning lake views and lots of room to roam on the farm.
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Greentown, PA
It’s all about beer and great music at Jam Room Brewing Company in Greentown. Their often-whimsical beers, regular live, local music and the funky tap room ambiance provide the proper ingredients for a perfect night out.
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Milford, PA
Log Tavern Brewing Company in Milford brings together rustic brewhouse with the natural spoils of the Pocono Mountains. Stop in for a wide selection of fresh beers on tap. And don’t forget to check out their satellite taproom in Tafton.
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Milford, PA
Venture off the beaten path to this massive brewpub set inside a big, red barn in Milford. Back Road Brewing Company offers an expertly-crafted tap list of lagers, ales, sours and ciders. They even offer their own brick-oven pizzas, snacks, kid’s eats and desserts.
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Shawnee on Delaware, PA
ShawneeCraft Brewing Company, nestled along the mighty Delaware River features a spacious tap room and an inviting patio space. They offer live local music every weekend and the occasional open mic night.
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East Stroudsburg, PA
Pizza and fresh-brewed craft beer are the name of the game at Bovino’s Pizzeria & Brewery in East Stroudsburg. Pop in and enjoy their spacious bar and dining room, great local music, amazing pizza and an impressive lineup of tasty beers.
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Stroudsburg, PA
Downriver Brewing Company has brought beer back from a long slumber in Downtown Stroudsburg. Dive into an impressive tap list featuring hefty imperial IPAs, deliciously comforting stouts and more.
Learn MoreThe Southern Reach
This section crosses through 4 counties, 8 towns and 11 brewery stops. The route takes you from Stroudsburg and Jim Thorpe into the undulating valleys of NEPA’s southern coal country.
Swiftwater, PA
There’s just as much emphasis on the delicious food as there is on the craft beers at Pocono Brewery Company in Swiftwater. Pair any one of their incredible beers with one of their legendary oak-wood fired pizzas.
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Tannersville, PA
Barley Creek Brewing Company has been a Pocono favorite since the mid-90s. The brewpub offers a massive dining space, a beer garden and even a mini wiffle ball stadium. Check out their popular tasting room just down the road.
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Stroudsburg, PA
The stunning mountaintop setting, incredible views, delicious food, wine and beer at Mountain View Vineyard, Winery, Brewery & Distillery are enough to inspire a trip to this Stroudsburg favorite.
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Jim Thorpe, PA
The focus is on hand-crafted, high-quality, low ABV lagers and ales at Bright Path Brewing in historic Jim Thorpe. Stop by the comfortably rustic taproom for a liter after an afternoon on the town, or just pop in for a 4-pack to go.
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Jim Thorpe, PA
Get cozy at Hairy Guys Brewing located inside a restored, industrial era mansion in iconic Jim Thorpe. Grab a comfy seat in the bar room or elegant parlor room and cruise through the tap list from lager to IPA, light to dark, you name it, it’s brewery-fresh.
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Lehighton, PA
Pull up a chair on the patio or grab a spot at the small bar in this cabin-in-the-woods style brewhouse in Lehighton. Half Barrel Brewing Company opens its cozy, friendly taproom from spring through fall.
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Tamaqua, PA
Revere Brewery in Tamaqua is all about blue-collar simplicity and fresh, delicious craft beer. The taproom and cozy patio offer a peaceful escape surrounded by the towering hills of Schuylkill County.
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Tamaqua, PA
Stoker’s Brewing Company in Tamaqua celebrates the region’s hard coal heritage one beer at a time. The festive taproom features authentic Oktoberfest tables, regular live entertainment, food trucks and amazing beer.
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Pottsville, PA
Yuengling Brewery has remained the beating heart of Pottsville since 1829. There’s no better place to take a tour, have a pint and lose yourself in their nearly 200-year brewing history in NEPA.
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Pottsville, PA
Sample your way through an impressive tap list at Pilger Ruh Brewing in Pottsville. The art-centric, industrial taproom on Centre Street offers a fun atmosphere, regular live music, food trucks and plenty of innovative beers.
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Bloomsburg, PA
Fresh craft beer and pub-style comfort food are the main attraction at Marley’s Brewery & Grille in Bloomsburg. Get comfy in their massive bar and dining space or on the spacious patio.
Learn MoreGet to know NEPA one beer at a time
The DiscoverNEPA Brewer’s Loop pays homage to Northeastern Pennsylvania’s proud history of brewing. It honors the men and women whose hard work and passion drive this exploding industry toward the future. Quite simply, it celebrates beer, those who dream it, those who drink it, and those who drive them home.
Follow along as we hit the road and bring you a closer look inside NEPA’s incredible craft breweries.
And don’t forget to cross this item off your DiscoverNEPA Bucket List.
DiscoverNEPA Brewer's Loop
Article Updated from its Original Version Published on 11/26/2018.
