Breweries & Brewpubs:
Agrarian Ales Brewing Company
agales.com
31115 W. Crossroads Ln., Eugene, OR
(541) 510-4897
Founded: 2012
Crossroads Farm near Coburg began growing a dozen hop varieties in 2007. In 2012, the three Tilley brothers opened Agrarian Ales, brewing in a converted dairy building built in 1941. 11 beers available, tap list changes seasonally; try Porch Song Saison, Cucurbita Pumpkin Mild Brown Ale, and Blazing Wildfire Porter.
Brewers Union Local 180
brewersunion.com
48329 E 1st St., Oakridge, OR
(541) 782-2024
Founded: 2007
A 2013 Bon Appetit Top 10 Favorite Nanobrewery. Ted Sobel turned a former dive bar into one of the country’s only pubs specializing in English-style cask ales, or “real ale.” Serves food, guest taps, and house-brewed beers such as Wotcha A La Cascade Best Bitter, Fools of Good Heart IPA, and Frost on the Bumpkin Winter Stout.
Claim 52
claim52brewing.com
1030 Tyinn St, Eugene, OR
(541) 554-6786
NEW! The Abbey Tap Room at Sprout! Marketplace, 418 A St., Springfield, OR
Founded: 2012
When homebrewer Trevor Ross named his garage system “Claim 52” after the land’s original pioneer land claim, little did he know what would happen next. Today flagship and seasonal beers such as Claim 52 Kolsch, Dashfire IPA, Southtown Session ISA, and Cascades Dark Session Ale are found throughout the local area.
Elk Horn
facebook.com/elkhornbrewery
686 E Broadway St., Eugene, OR
(541) 505-8356
Founded: 2014
Founded by the folks behind Eugene’s popular Delacata food cart, Elk Horn seeks to bridge the gap between beer, cider, and wine. After opening with guest taps this fall, Elk Horn serves up Southern-inspired food and is now tapping their own house beers and ciders.
Falling Sky
fallingskybrewing.com
Brewpub
1334 Oak Alley, Eugene, OR
(541) 505-7096
Pour House & Delicatessen
790 Blair Blvd., Eugene, OR
(541) 653-9167
Founded: 2012
With local accolades including “best bar grub,” “best burger,” and “best place to drink in the sun,” Falling Sky has made a mark with its ability to brew and cook diverse beers, sodas, charcuterie, breads, pickles, and more. Varied beer selection includes Blue Balloon Belgian Pale, Doctor Optic Standard Bitter, and Wet Earth Winter Ale.
Hard Knocks Brewing
hardknocksbrewing.com
1024 E Main St., Cottage Grove, OR
(541) 942-3631
Founded: 2013
Deciding that Eugene shouldn’t have all the beer fun, the folks behind Hard Knocks now have a brewpub with 6-foot TVs, a pub menu, and 13 beers and ciders on tap. Enjoy a Hard Knocks White Knuckle Wheat, or check out their new, just-tapped Northwest double red ale.
Hop Valley
hopvalleybrewing.com
Restaurant
980 Kruse Way, Springfield, OR
(541) 744-3330
Tasting Room
990 W 1st Ave, Eugene, OR
(541) 484-2337
Founded: 2009
Hop Valley’s name pays homage to the Willamette Valley’s long history of hop growing. Along with their original Springfield brewpub, Hop Valley now has a production brewery and tasting room (great views of the brewery) in Eugene’s Whiteaker neighborhood. Enjoy The Heff, Stepchild Red, a 541 Lager, or a Vanilla Infused Porter (VIP) along with favorite Northwest pub foods.
Mancave Brewing Company
mancavebrewingcompany.com
540 Fillmore St, Eugene, OR
(541) 632-3967
Founded: 2011
After three years of ups and downs on a journey to become one of Eugene’s newest breweries, Mancave is soon to open its doors and start pouring three inaugural “palate-altering ales:” Exalted IPA, Waldmeister Hefeweissbier, and Irkalla Oak Aged Imperial Porter.
McMenamins
mcmenamins.com
East 19th Street Cafe
1485 E 19th Ave., Eugene, OR
(541) 342-4025
Founded: 1989
High Street Brewery & Café
1243 High St., Eugene, OR
(541) 345-4905
Founded: 1988
North Bank
22 Club Rd., Eugene, OR
(541) 343-5622
Founded: 2000
McMenamins is renowned for giving new life to old buildings and for funky, distinctive art in 50+ locations in Washington and Oregon. Enjoy a meal and Terminator Stout, Hammerhead, and locally brewed seasonal beers at your choice of next to Hayward Field, in a 1900s house, or by the Willamette River.
Ninkasi Brewing Company
ninkasibrewing.com
272 Van Buren St, Eugene, OR
(541) 344-2739
Founded: 2006
Perhaps founders Nikos Ridge and Jamie Floyd were a bit psychic, or maybe they were channeling the spirit of Ninkasi, the ancient Sumerian beer goddess. Either way, they named their first beer Total Domination IPA, and today Oregon’s fourth-largest brewery serves up six flagship beers, three craft lagers, and more than 20 special-release and seasonal beers in seven states and British Columbia.
Oakshire Brewing
oakbrew.com
1055 Madera St, Eugene, OR
(541) 688-4555
Oakshire Public House
207 Madison St., Eugene, OR
(541) 688-4555
Founded: 2006
Oakshire’s renown grows not only due to its flagship beers—Watershed IPA, Amber Ale, and Overcast Espresso Stout—but for its wide variety of single-batch beers, its Hellshire and Brewers’ Reserve series, and a growing list of awards. Available on draft, in cans, and in bottles throughout Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and Idaho.
Plank Town Brewing Company
planktownbrewing.com
346 Main St., Springfield OR 97477
(541) 746-1890
Founded: 2012
The name “Plank Town” harkens back to Springfield’s logging days, and that heritage is on view with saw blades and rich woodwork throughout the downtown brewpub. A rotating menu features lunch and dinner specials, along with weekend brunch. Guest taps, two cask beers, and 10 house ales and lagers available, including Plank Town Pils, Riptooth IPA, and Hobbit's Habit Olde Ale.
Plough Monday
ploughmonday.com
25327 Jeans Rd., Veneta, OR
(541) 935-4004
Founded: 2013
Named after the traditional start of the English agricultural year, Plough Monday in Veneta opened in 2014 with an aim to combine local organic hop farming, local ingredient sourcing, and engaging, ever-evolving, artisanal beers. American Brown Ale, Chinook Pale Ale, Double IPA, and ongoing small-batch releases are coming soon to numbered bottles. No tasting room at this time. Beers available in Eugene, Veneta, and Seattle, with plans to expand distribution to Corvallis, Portland, and Bend.
Rogue Ales Public House
rogue.com
844 Olive Street, Eugene, OR
(541) 345-4155
Opened: 2004
Newport-based Rogue Ales’ downtown Eugene pub is steeped in local brewing history back to 1866. Today, the historic former Eugene City Brewery location features a full menu and 35 taps pouring both Rogue beers and locally brewed Track Town beers such as Triple Jump, 200 Meter, and Honey Orange Wheat.
Sam Bond’s Brewing
sambondsbrewing.com
540 E. 8th Ave., Eugene, OR
(541) 246-8162
Founded: 2013
Maybe it’s a natural evolution that the folks behind Sam Bond’s Garage, one of Eugene’s favorite bars, would brew beer too. Recently celebrating their grand opening, Sam Bond’s Brewing combines Northwest favorites with up-and-coming beers of interest, such as Accelerator ISA, Sam I Am Beer, American Wry, and Dana’s Alt.
Steelhead
steelheadbrewery.com
199 E 5th Ave #1, Eugene, OR
(541) 686-2739
Founded: 1991
While most Eugene-area breweries have opened during the 21st century, Steelhead has been around for over 20 years. Beers such as Raging Rhino Red, Hazy Hefeweizen, and Bombay Bomber APA have won 24 medals. Also serves lunch, dinner, pizzas, and happy hour specials.
Festivals:
Cask Ale Fest in Oakridge
facebook.com/KegCaskFestival
Oakridge, OR
Founded: 2009
Every August in Oakridge, craft beer and real ale enthusiasts come together for a weekend of beer, food, and music that benefits local non-profits.
Eugene Ale Trail
eugenealetrail.org
(541) 484-5307
Founded: 2014
From Travel Lane County and unveiled in summer 2014, the Eugene Ale Trail is a guide to some of the best beer destinations in Lane County. Download or pick up your Ale Trail passport for maps, tips, and prizes for completing the trail.
Eugene Beer Week
eugenebeerweek.org
Founded: 2011
A week of beer tastings, brewers dinners, special pairings, beer appreciation classes, and much more, Eugene Beer Week celebrates craft beer in the Willamette Valley. Held in June and concludes with the Sasquatch Beer Festival.
KLCC Microbrew Festival
klcc.org
Lane County Fairgrounds, Eugene
(541) 463-6000
Founded: 2002
The venerable Microbrew Festival is not only a benefit for Eugene’s local NPR affiliate, KLCC, it is also a chance to try dozens of beers from Oregon, the Northwest, and around the world. The annual Collaboration Brew also has area brewers creating beers based on an agreed style or theme.
McKenzie Cider and Craft Beer Festival
mccbf.com
Willamalane Center, 250 So. 32nd St., Springfield, OR
Nov. 7-8, 2014
Founded: 2012
As fall gets colder and wetter, it’s time for warming ciders and craft beers from over 60 brewers. Presented by the McKenzie After 5 Rotary Club and the Springfield Rotary Club, the festival supports Bags of Love and Belly-Full, which provide assistance to children in need. Live music, food, and a homebrew contest too.
Sasquatch Brew Fest
northwestlegendsfoundation.org
Founded: 2002
The one-day Eugene beer festival has undergone many changes in its 12 years, but constants have been dozens of local and Northwest beers, an AHA/BJCP-sanctioned homebrew contest, brewer’s dinner, and live music.
Corvallis/Albany
Breweries & Brewpubs:
Block 15 Restaurant & Brewery
block15.com
300 SW Jefferson Ave., Corvallis, OR
(541) 758-2077
Founded: 2008
In the heart of downtown Corvallis, Block 15 serves up locally sourced pub food and 16 taps of guest beers and house ales, including One Hop-Wonder Citra, Aboriginale, Nebula Naked Oat Stout, and Brewer’s Brunch Blend 2014. Also serving cask ales and rotating monthly specials.
Calapooia Brewing Company
calapooiabrewing.com
140 NE Hill St., Albany, OR
(541) 928-1931
Founded: 2006
Calapooia’s pub and brewery are housed in what was once a keg distributor and the now-defunct Oregon Trader Brewing Company. Today, 11 distinctive Calapooia beers such as Caber Toss Scotch Ale, Chili Beer, and Big Aft Pale can be enjoyed throughout Portland and the Willamette Valley.
Deluxe Brewing & Sinister Distilling
sinisterdeluxe.com
635 NE Water Ave, Albany, OR
(541) 639-4257
Founded: 2011
Why stop at brewing, when you can have a “brewstillery”? That’s the goal of owners Eric and Jamie Howard. Specializing in craft lagers such as Deluxe Resurrection Pre-Prohibition Pilsner, Wild Beaver Amber Lager, and Pure Sin Schwarzbier Dark Lager, the Howards are also beginning to produce whisky, rum, and gin.
Flat Tail Brewing Company
flattailcorvallis.com
202 SW 1st St, Corvallis, OR
(541) 758-2229
Founded: 2010
On the waterfront in downtown Corvallis, Flat Tail is also a two-time “People’s Choice Award” winner from Eugene’s KLCC Microbrew Festival. Enjoy food and the day’s game along with Kolsch Tailgater, 6 A.M. Stout, Seltrecht Pilsner, or 2011 Brett Bourbon Pale.
Mazama Brewing
mazamabrewing.com
33930 SE Eastgate Cir., Corvallis, OR
(541) 230-1810
Founded: 2013
A touch of Belgium in Benton County. Husband and wife team Jeff and Kathy Tobin have homebrewing chops going back to 1984. After a 2011 trip to Belgium, they returned inspired to open their own brewery. This year Mazama took home three awards for their Nightside Eclipse, Dubbelganger, and Saison d’Etre.
McMenamins Monroe Brewery
mcmenamins.com
2001 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis, OR
(541) 758-0080
Founded: 2006
An old diner next to the OSU campus now serves up McMenamins pub grub and entrees, along with over 10 McMenamins beers and ciders such as Midway IPA, Nebraska Bitter (named after SW Nebraska Street), and Edgefield Hard Apple Cider. Also queue up for the pool and shuffleboard tables.
Oregon Trail Brewery
oregontrailbrewery.com
341 SW 2nd St., Corvallis, OR
(541) 758-3527
Founded: 1987
With its beginnings in a time where “craft beer” was still the marginal “microbrew” underdog, Oregon Trail was indeed blazing a trail. Today, after new owners took over in 1993 and two GABF silver medals, Oregon Trail continues brewing from a space it shares with Old World Deli. Brown Ale, White Ale, and other beers available primarily around the Corvallis area.
Sky High Brewing and Pub
skyhighbrewing.com
160 NW Jackson Ave, Corvallis, OR
(541) 207-3277
Founded: 2012
At the bustling Corvallis Farmers Market and ready for a break? Head to the former Avalon Cinema building, ride the glass elevator to the heated patio, and settle in for an Extend-O Burger and a pint of Linus Pauling Ale, Bavarian Hefeweizen, or Bohemian Pils.
Festivals:
Corvallis Beer Week
corvalliscraftbeer.com
Sept. 11-19, 2015
Founded: 2011
A nine-day celebration of all things craft beer throughout the Corvallis area. Beer classes, special tastings, release parties, dinners, live music, and more.