Resurgence of Craft Brewing in Syracuse
Once a major hub for breweries in the 1800s and early 1900s (with companies like the old Haberle Brewing Company
among others), the beer industry in Syracuse shrank dramatically over time — until a wave of revival began in the 1990s.
That revival took off when modern craft breweries began to open in the city: the Syracuse Suds Factory brought local brewing back in
1991, followed by Empire Brewing Company in 1994 and Middle Ages Brewing Company in 1995.
Since then, the region’s beer scene has exploded. According to one estimate, there are over 20 breweries and craft-beverage-destinations
in Syracuse and nearby Onondaga County — offering locals and tourists a full “brewery trail” to explore.
Beer Brewing Company, Local Breweries, Beer Brewers
Bullfinch Brewpub
306 Hiawatha Blvd W,
Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 217-5535
Bullfinch Brewpub
881 Van Rensselaer St,
Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 552-1499
Buried Acorn Brewing Company
Beer Brewing Company, Local Breweries, Beer Brewers
Critz Farms and Critz Farms Brewing & Cider Co.
3232 Rippleton Rd,
Cazenovia, NY 13035
(315) 662-3355
Critz Farms and Critz Farms Brewing & Cider Co.
108 Walter Dr,
Syracuse, NY 13206
Eastwood Beer Brewing Company
Located in: Abbott Farms
3275 Cold Springs Rd,
Baldwinsville, NY 13027
(315) 638-7783
Four Grand wine & cidery
4975 NY-31,
Clay, NY 13041
(315) 699-7167
Freight Yard Beer Brewing
628 S Main St,
North Syracuse, NY 13212
(315) 802-4784
Full Boar Craft Brewery & Tap Room
Beer Brewing Company, Local Breweries, Beer Brewers
Hot House Brewing at Barone Gardens
Located in: Barone Gardens
6200 S Bay Rd,
Cicero, NY 13039
(315) 288-5929
Hot House Brewing at Barone Gardens
877 State Fair Blvd,
Syracuse, NY 13209
(315) 487-2884
Lakeland Winery
3160 Warners Rd,
Warners, NY 13164
(315) 468-2337
Local 315 Brewing Company
Middle Ages Brewing Company
- Founded in 1995, Middle Ages is widely regarded as Syracuse’s oldest continuously operating independent brewery.
- They brew a wide array of styles — from classic British-style ales to more experimental beers.
- The taproom often hosts live music, trivia nights, and other events. Their drinks list can include up to 24 beers on tap at a time.
- Their popular beers have included names like “Syracuse Pale Ale,” “Wailing Wench,” and classic ales and stouts.
120 Wilkinson St,
Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 476-4250
Middle Ages Brewing Company
Beer Brewing Company, Local Breweries, Beer Brewers
Meier’s Creek Brewing - Inner Harbor
720 Van Rensselaer St,
Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 913-3509
Meier’s Creek Brewing - Inner Harbor
4504 Bussey Rd
Syracuse, NY 13215
(315) 491-5158
Red Hawk Brewing
315 E Seneca St,
Manlius, NY 13104
(315) 682-6968
Seneca St Brew Pub
Beer Brewing Company, Local Breweries, Beer Brewers
The SingleCut Barn
604 E Seneca St,
Manlius, NY 13104
(315) 692-4008
The SingleCut Barn
4022 Mill Road
Skaneateles, NY 13152
(315) 975-1747
Skaneateles Brewery
715 Old Liverpool Rd STE B1,
Liverpool, NY 13088
(315) 214-3769
Stout Beard Brewing Company
Beer Brewing Company, Local Breweries, Beer Brewers
Talking Cursive Brewing Company
Located in: Creekwalk Commons
301 Erie Blvd W,
Syracuse, NY 13202
(315) 907-6060
Talking Cursive Brewing Company
Willow Rock Brewing Company
One of the newer but popular breweries in the area, Willow Rock brings a relaxed, modern brewpub vibe — often with
a large selection of beers, including seltzers and ciders.
Their venue offers indoor/outdoor seating, and has a reputation for being welcoming to families (and dogs), making it
a more casual, accessible option.
Some of their beers have also drawn acclaim: for example, their Farmhouse Ale won a gold medal in the 2018 Great
International Beer, Cider, Mead, and Sake Competition.
115 Game Rd,
Syracuse, NY 13210
(315) 928-6948
Willow Rock Brewing Company
18 E Genesee St,
Baldwinsville, NY 13027
(315) 720-3264
WT Brews - Baldwinsville
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