Support Tasmanian brewers at these top-rated brewhouses in Hobart!

Looking for a new watering hole? A destination to grace your presence after work or on the weekends? Hobart’s craft beer breweries are sure to satisfy your thirst.

So, if you love flowing beer and good times, round up your mates as we sip through a list of the best craft beer bars in Hobart. We’ll cheers to that!

 

<strong>Captain Blighs</strong>
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Captain Blighs

A top contender in our guide to craft beer in Hobart is Captain Blighs. This small, family-owned business in the heart of Hobart has everything you need for your next craft beer fix. This craft brewery combines history with beer, creating unique brews that are sure to leave you wanting more. With colonial ale, heritage ciders and even beer jam; Captain Blighs will not let you down. A must visit in 2024!

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64 Warwick St, Hobart, TAS 7000
<strong>Cascade Brewery Bar</strong>
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Cascade Brewery Bar

Welcome to one of the oldest operating breweries in Australia, Cascade Brewery Bar! Located in South Hobart on the base of Mount Wellington, Cascade is all about celebrating local. Whether it be their locally made beer or their rich Tasmanian brewing history. One of the most charming craft beer breweries in Hobart, Cascade features a heritage beer garden, a soaring indoor fireplace, a delectable food menu and, interestingly enough, brewery tours. Perfect for mates, date nights and everything in between, this is a must visit in 2024!

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140 Cascade Rd, South Hobart, TAS 7004
<strong>Hobart Brewing Co</strong>
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Hobart Brewing Co

If you’re looking for one of the best craft beer breweries in Hobart, your first stop should be Hobart Brewing Co. They are all about quality, flavoursome beer with true Tasmanian roots. Sitting along Ross Bay, Hobart Brewing Co has it all: craft beer, seasonal creations, ciders, wine and an unforgettable view. This is a great spot for after-work drinks especially if you’re keen to try some Tasmanian beer.

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16 Evans St, Hobart, TAS 7000
<strong>Shambles Brewery</strong>
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Shambles Brewery

Does a strong range of core beer and delightful seasonal creations tickle your tastebuds? Then maybe the Cayenne Roasted Peanuts ($5), Buffalo Wings ($15), the BBQ Pork Loaded Fries ($16.50) or the towering burger range will. Taking home awards for most of their beer range, it’s easy to understand how Shambles Brewery knows a thing or two when it comes to beer. One of Tasmania’s best craft beer breweries, +Shambles is destined to make the world a better place one beer at a time.

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222 Elizabeth St, Hobart, TAS 7000
<strong>The Winston Brewing Co.</strong>
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The Winston Brewing Co.

This independent, family owned, craft beer brewery in Hobart is sure to quench your thirst thanks to their amazing Tasmanian beer creations. Meet The Winston Brewing Co. Using Tasmanian hops and barrel ageing techniques, these unique creations is sure to open up a whole new world of beer for you. One of the best breweries in Hobart!

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381 Elizabeth St, North Hobart TAS 7000

 

Expand your search of the top brewhouses at these Best Craft Beer Breweries in Tasmania. Or, for a classic pub feed, you can’t go wrong at these Top 4 Pubs in Hobart!

This article was first published on April 14 2023. It was updated and edited by Hunter and Bligh on Aug 01 2024.
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