{"id":3680,"date":"2022-01-20T18:12:38","date_gmt":"2022-01-20T18:12:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citybrewtours.com\/desmoines\/?page_id=3680"},"modified":"2023-07-27T15:44:23","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T15:44:23","slug":"breweries-in-des-moines","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citybrewtours.com\/desmoines\/breweries-in-des-moines\/","title":{"rendered":"The 9 Best Breweries in Des Moines"},"content":{"rendered":"

Des Moines, like other American Midwest cities, has seen a sharp increase in the number of breweries opening up shop over the past decade. The city, located in the heart of Iowa, now has a large selection of craft breweries<\/a> for any visitor to check out. Des Moines breweries offer guests everything from award-winning IPAs, to upscale food menus, to massive taprooms to enjoy sports events and much, much more.<\/p>\n

The city\u2019s affinity for good beer has even spread out to the town\u2019s and suburbs surrounding Des Moines. There are now excellent breweries in West Des Moines, Clive and Ankeny. To help you keep track of all the places to visit in the Des Moines area, here are the best breweries in Des Moines you have to check out on any trip.<\/p>\n

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\nBest Brewery for Hazy IPAs<\/a>
\nBest Brewery for a Variety of Beer Styles<\/a>
\nBest Brewery in Downtown Des Moines<\/a>
\nBest Brewery to Watch the Big Game<\/a>
\nBest Brewery in West Des Moines<\/a>
\nBest Brewery for a Sour Beer<\/a>
\nBest Brewery to Grab a Bite<\/a>
\nBest Brewery to Bring Your Dog<\/a>
\nBest Brewery for Hop Heads<\/a>
\nOther Breweries and Craft Beer Bars<\/a>
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1. Peace Tree Brewing Co.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
BEST BREWERY FOR HAZY IPAS<\/h6>\n

The hazy IPA has become one of the most prevalent beer styles across the country, but not all hazy IPAs are brewed equally. To find the best hazy IPA in the Des Moines area, any visitor should head to Peace Tree Brewing Co.<\/a> in Knoxville. Don\u2019t just take it from us\u2014the brewery\u2019s \u201cGet a Little Hazy\u201d IPA won accolades at the 2021 Great American Beer Festival, taking home the gold medal for juicy or hazy strong pale ales. Peace Tree Brewing Co.\u2019s main brewery is located about 45 minutes southeast of Des Moines, although the brewery opened a smaller taproom in the East Village in downtown Des Moines.
\n107 W. Main St., Knoxville | www.peacetreebrewing.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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2. Confluence Brewing Company<\/strong><\/h4>\n
BEST BREWERY FOR A VARIETY OF BEER STYLES<\/h6>\n

Located just outside of the massive Des Moines Water Works Park, Confluence Brewing Company<\/a> offers a craft beer for any beer palate. If you\u2019re in the mood for a particular pint of craft beer, chances are that Confluence Brewing Company has something on tap for you. The brewery has wild and sour beers alongside barrel-aged barleywines, New England IPAs, fruited ales and more. Because of its exhaustive brew schedule, Confluence Brewing Company frequently holds big events for beer release, like its Firkin Festival\u2014the only craft beer festival Des Moines has that features cask beer.
\n1235 Thomas Beck Road, Des Moines | www.confluencebrewing.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Exile Brewing Co.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
BEST BREWERY IN DOWNTOWN DES MOINES<\/h6>\n

The Des Moines area has breweries spread out across the region, but sometimes it’s best to simply stay downtown. Exile Brewing Co. is a brewery in downtown Des Moines<\/a> that has consistently pumped out quality brews for a decade. The award winning brewery specializes in clean and malt-forward beer such as its Bavarian-style wheat ale. Exile Brewing Co.\u2019s M\u00fcnchner Dunkel even took home a gold medal at the 2015 Great American Beer Festival. If you’re an avid cyclist, Exile Brewing Co. is located on the MLK Jr. Bike Trail that runs through Des Moines, making its taproom an ideal stop during a day of cycling.
\n1514 Walnut St., Des Moines | www.exilebrewing.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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4. Mistress Brewing Co.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
BEST BREWERY TO WATCH THE BIG GAME<\/h6>\n

Found about 20 minutes north of Des Moines, guests at Mistress Brewing Co.<\/a> can spread their legs out across the brewery\u2019s massive 18,000 square foot taproom. The taproom and bar area includes a main floor with dozens of tables, as well as VIP suites, private rooms, a mezzanine and entertainment stage. The brewery also features a huge 15-foot TV screen at the main bar\u2014which provides for a great atmosphere for watching any big sporting event. Mistress Brewing Co. has 24 tap lines rolling at any time, as well as locally-sourced wine and cider for guests to enjoy.
\n1802 N. Ankeny Blvd., Suite 108, Ankeny | www.mistressbrewing.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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5. Fox Brewing<\/strong><\/h4>\n
BEST BREWERY IN WEST DES MOINES<\/h6>\n

West Des Moines, 6th-largest city in Iowa, is found right off the Racoon River in central Iowa. Just a short jaunt from Des Moines, Fox Brewing<\/a> in West Des Moines is worth a visit for any craft beer lover in the area. Fox Brewing keeps several styles of beer on tap throughout the year for guests, as well as seasonal releases to sample whenever you visit. Try Fox Brewing\u2019s \u201cFrancy Pants\u201d, a French-style saison aged in wine barrels, or the brewery\u2019s hard cider made from Iowa-grown apples.
\n103 S. 11th St., West Des Moines | www.foxbrewco.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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6. Lua Brewing<\/strong><\/h4>\n
BEST BREWERY FOR A SOUR BEER<\/h6>\n

Chic brewery and taproom Lua Brewing<\/a> offers a perfect spot to grab inventive brews and bites near downtown Des Moines. Lua Brewing features a full kitchen that cranks out delicious plates like bibimbap, but the brewery\u2019s lineup of craft brews is what makes it a stand out space in Des Moines. We highly recommend you try one of Lua Brewing\u2019s smoothie-style sour beers or a tropical sour such as its \u201cWordless Chorus\u201d, made with passionfruit, guava, red prickly pear, pineapple and mango.
\n1525 High St., Des Moines | www.luabeer.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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7. Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company<\/strong><\/h4>\n
BEST BREWERY TO GRAB A BITE<\/h6>\n

After a long day of checking out museums and sites in Des Moines, head to Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company<\/a> to refill your tank. The classic brewpub features a full scratch kitchen using local ingredients. Diners can order steaks, pub fare, seafood and more to pair with the brewpub\u2019s in-house craft beer selection. Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company has a constantly rotating selection of great beer to choose from, making each visit unique and unforgettable.
\n309 Court Ave., Des Moines | www.courtavebrew.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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8. Kinship Brewing Co.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
BEST BREWERY TO BRING YOUR DOG<\/h6>\n

Located in Waukee, Kinship Brewing Co. is one of the most dog-friendly breweries in the Des Moines area. Dogs are not only welcome on the brewery\u2019s patio, but Kinship Brewing Co.<\/a> also offers a half-acre dog parks for well-behaved pups. While visiting Kinship Brewing Co. with your dog, try out one of the brewery\u2019s several ambitious brews, such as its Olde Ale, schwarzbier or the cold IPA. The dog friendly brewery also serves local wine, cider and cocktails alongside a full menu featuring ramen, burgers and poutine.
\n255 NW Sunrise Drive, Waukee | www.kinshipbeer.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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\"Firetrucker<\/a><\/h4>\n

9. Firetrucker Brewery<\/strong><\/h4>\n
BEST BREWERY FOR HOP HEADS<\/h6>\n

Firetrucker Brewery, found north of Des Moines, is a must-visit for any IPA enthusiast. The Ankeny brewery<\/a> releases seasonal beers that run the gamut for IPAs, including its \u201cTropical Burn\u201d double IPA that is fruited with whole mangoes, or the brewery\u2019s Iowa IPA, which is a production of the classic American IPA. Of course, Firetrucker Brewery maintains a diverse lineup of beer styles to appeal to a wide range of taste, making it one of the best breweries in Ankeny for adventurous drinkers to visit. Try to stop by Firetrucker Brewery on weekends, when the brewery has live music at its taproom.
\n716 SW 3rd St., Ankeny | www.firetrucker.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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OTHER BREWERIES AND CRAFT BEER BARS IN THE DES MOINES AREA<\/h4>\n

1717 Brewing Co.<\/a>
\n515 Brewing Company<\/a>
\nBarn Town Brewing<\/a>
\nEl Bait Shop<\/a>
\nHessen Haus<\/a>
\nThe Red Monk<\/a>
\nTwisted Vine Brewery<\/a><\/p>\n

DES MOINES BREWERY MAP<\/h4>\n

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