It’s important to support your local businesses. And there’s no better type of business to support than a local brewery. The Dover, Delaware, area is known for having some of the best craft beers in the market. If you’re looking to take a tour to see how the beer is made, or you simply want to tie a few off, we’ve compiled a list of the best breweries near Dover, Delaware.
Blue Earl Brewing
If you haven’t been to Blue Earl Brewing, you should really stop in. This brewery features a stylish tap room that was recently constructed to provide a venue for ale appreciators to come in and sample some of the local brews. Blue Earl Brewing carries a variety of different styles going from the bold and hoppy, the smoky and creamy, and the zesty and flavorful. If you’re an IPA lover, the BLUES POWER may be the right choice for you, or if you want a little kick with your hops, try the BODY & SOUL, which is a scotch ale that offers a powerful and lasting flavor with a smooth finish.
Brick Works Brewing & Eats
Brick Works Brewing & Eats is a recent addition to the Dover-area brewery scene, but is in no way an amateur. This brewery and restaurant offers 10 handcrafted beers to wash down the delicious offerings from the kitchen. If you’re a fan of sours, you’ll love the Pucker Up. This beer has a low body and low alcohol by volume, but a remarkable flavor. If you’re looking for something that’ll last in flavor, the Basic Brick Cream Ale is light and refreshing, but with a slight spiciness that’ll linger and have you savoring each sip.
Fordham & Dominion Brewing Company
Have you ever wondered what would happen if two craft beer titans joined forces? Well, that’s where Fordham & Dominion Brewing Company come in. In 2007, Fordham Brewing Company and Old Dominion Brewing Company worked together to create a tasting room flowing with tasty ales. If you visit, you’ll have your choice of 10 different beers to try. The seasonal Cherry Blossom Lager has a light but savory flavor, while the seasonal GiGi’s Farmhouse Ale features a sweet flavor with a spicy finish. If you want, you can try the Candi Belgian Tripel, which is a World Beer Cup Gold Winner.
Mispillion River Brewing
It was Eric William that said his 40th birthday wish was to own a craft brewery. His wish came true with Mispillion River Brewing. If you love different varieties of IPAs, you’ll love the beer at Mispillion River Brewing. The Not Today Satan IPA features five different types of hops, providing a flavorful sip with an everlasting bitter bite. The Black Tie IPA features flavors of chocolate, caramel, and midnight wheat, which produce a savory taste with a subtle but effective aftertaste.
Stop by any of these local breweries today to sample some of the finest ales to come out of the Dover, Delaware, area.
