Where Nashville drinks local: brewpubs, taprooms and the new wave.
Taprooms, brewpubs and the local beer scene in Nashville worth taking a tram to.
Yazoo Brewing's Madison taproom 10 miles north of downtown Nashville opened on its current Cumberland River site in 2019. At 900 River Bluff Dr.
Tip: Brewery tours run weekends; the Grillshack on-site serves burgers and fries. Hop Project IPA series is the pick.
Tennessee Brew Works in Wedgewood-Houston, Nashville sits below the Division Street Bridge with a four-story brewery, taproom, restaurant kitchen and live.
Tip: Country Roots Saison made with Tennessee sweet potatoes is the unsung beer. Live music most evenings.
Bearded Iris Brewing's Germantown flagship in Nashville pulled out of the East Nashville origin site and now anchors Van Buren Street with hop-forward IPAs.
Tip: The Homestyle IPA is the constant on tap; the Greenway from this side of the canal is a 15-minute walk to downtown.
Fat Bottom Brewing's Nations taproom in West Nashville opened 2019 with a 20-barrel brewhouse, kitchen and beer garden. Located in The Nations.
Tip: The smoked wings pair best with the Saison. Patio is dog-friendly; live music nights run Friday and Saturday.
Southern Grist Brewing's East Nashville Porter Road taproom in Nashville opened 2016 and runs experimental hazy IPAs, milkshake stouts and rotating.
Tip: Bottle releases run monthly; the Brunch House series in stout form is the cult drop. Outdoor seating in summer only.