Women in Phoenix are making their mark in the craft beer industry and beyond as successful entrepreneurs. From experiential Phoenix brewery tours to unique beer flavors to fun pairings, these women-owned businesses exemplify the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation in the Valley’s craft beer scene.
Greenwood Brewing – 425 E. Roosevelt Row
With a mission to change the perception of women and beer, Greenwood aims to be an avenue for powerful conversations and positive changes. The downtown Phoenix brewery emphasizes environmental responsibility and a commitment to giving back to women-centered nonprofits.
City Brew Tours Phoenix – Phoenix Metro Areas
What started as a passion for sharing local craft beers and breweries with friends grew into a City Brew Tours franchise. For beer enthusiasts and tourists alike, City Brew Tours Phoenix is a must-do immersive experience through Phoenix craft breweries.
Desert Monks Brewery – 1094 S. Gilbert Rd.
Located in the Gilbert Town Square, Desert Monks Brewing Company features 20 taps including two in-house brewed craft sodas and hard seltzer. Tip: Alewife’s Pumpkin Pie, a Marzen-styled ale, is a Great American Beer Festival award-winner.
Original Gravity – 4700 N. 12th St.
This upscale but laidback craft beer and wine bar in an underserved area of uptown Phoenix offers a large selection of craft beers and a scratch kitchen.
Hundred Mile Brewing – 690 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Tempe’s newest brewery uses locally sourced ingredients to create fresh, high-quality craft beer, cocktails and food. Interested in staying fit while enjoying a cold one? Check out their events page for running or bicycling events and beer discounts.
The Sugar Bar – 960 E. Warner Rd.
This Chandler craft beer and wine taproom features its own candy store, candy and beer pairings, 31 rotating taps, daily specials and rotating food trucks.
Papago Brewing Company – 1033 N. Dobson Rd.
Home to the infamous Papago Orange Blossom wheat ale, the reimagined taproom located at Mesa Riverview features the entire Huss family of beers along with Belgian and American craft beers.
Bottleshop48 – 3316 S. McClintock Dr.
Tempe beer lovers flock to Bottleshop48 for the wide variety of local craft beers and wines. Looking for a laugh? Follow their social media accounts for hilarious content promoting their daily specials and events.
Angels Trumpet Ale House – 810 N. 2nd St.
Built around the beer cooler, this downtown Phoenix gastropub serves up fresh craft beer from 31 taps and scratch made comfort food. Tip: Stop in for the TV Dinner Tuesday special for classics paired with a cold craft beer.
In Phoenix, women are contributing to the craft beer industry with their talent, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Supporting and sharing these establishments and others like them create more space and opportunity for future female entrepreneurs.
Book a brewery tour, stop in for a beer, or buy merchandise to help ensure these women-owned businesses continue to thrive.
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