Local breweries continued to have a big year in 2021 with openings, expansions, new distribution and of course, new flavors. Our readers are savvy beer drinkers, which means that the breweries that make this list are often catering to a very specific crowd of knowledgable drinkers. Of course, the appeal of a brewery isn’t always just about the beer…. there’s also the atmosphere and ambiance of the space that can make it a fun environment to hang out in.
In first place this year is Land Grant Brewing, returning to the top of the chart for the first time since 2017. The brewery had a big year in 2021 with multiple collaborations with Jeni’s, Stauf’s and the Columbus Crew. The brewery also kicked off the winter season with some new outdoor patio options that include heated igloos and a curling rink. Keep an eye on Land Grant as they head into their eighth year of operation in 2022.
For more information, visit www.landgrantbrewing.com.
The Top 10 Breweries in Columbus, Ohio:
- Land-Grant Brewing Company
- Seventh Son Brewing Co.
- Wolf’s Ridge Brewing
- Parsons North Brewing Company
- BrewDog
- Nocterra Brewing
- Columbus Brewing Company
- Gemüt Biergarten
- Zaftig Brewing Co.
- Combustion Brewery
Flashback: Best Local Brewery of 2020: Seventh Son Brewing
Flashback: Best Local Brewery of 2019: Wolf’s Ridge Brewing
Flashback: Best Local Brewery of 2018: Wolf’s Ridge Brewing
Flashback: Best Local Brewery of 2017: Land Grant Brewing
Flashback: Best Local Brewery of 2016: Seventh Son Brewing
Flashback: Best Local Brewery of 2015: Seventh Son Brewing
Note: Our “Best of 2021″ lists are published as the results of our annual Reader Survey Poll.