It wasn’t more than 7 years ago that the Fox Cities had only one brewery. Now our area features 8 craft breweries. You could argue, enough to build a brewery tour business around.

The beer is scene is diverse, fun, collaborative, and delicious. Between all these breweries, there is lots of great food but there is also some kind of beer or seltzer for everyone. Beyond that, it’s incredible to see how many breweries work together and support one another on specific recipes, events, and just promoting the craft beer culture in Northeast Wisconsin.

Currently, the Ale Trail stops at 4 breweries which means that sometimes several of our great local breweries are left out. However, we’re here to uplift all breweries in our region and want to make sure you know about all the great craft beer right here in your backyard.

Appleton Beer Factory: Restaurant + Brewery

McFleshman’s: Brewery only

Hop Yard Ale Works: Brewery + Artisan Pizza (New to Appleton)

Stone Arch Brew Pub: Brewery + Bar + Tasting Room + Restaurant (Appleton and Little Chute)

Fox River Brewing Company: Brewery + Restaurant (Appleton and Oshkosh)

Barrell 44 Brewing Company: Brewery only

Lions Tail Brewing Company: Brewery only

Bare Bones Brewing Company (Menasha): Brewery only (Satellite location)

What are you waiting for? Give these great breweries a try and don’t forget to use the Untappd app to rate your favorite beer. Then report back and let us know what you like best.