Kitsap County’s Ultimate Brewery & Cidery Guide
kitsap county has a ton of local breweries and a few cider houses for good measure! Let’s explore kitsap’s microbrew scene - bottoms up!
Kitsap Peninsula’s microbrew craft beer scene took root in a Poulsbo farmhouse in the 1980’s when Thomas Kemper Brewing fermented beers and sodas along with it, created the local craft brew culture that we enjoy today. Their passion, know-how, relationships and expertise germinated into a family tree of brewers & breweries, laying the foundation for nearly two dozen independent breweries that now call the West Sound home.
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Downpour Brewing • Hood Canal Brewery • Echoes Brewing Company • Rainy Daze Brewing • Western Red Brewing • Valholl Brewing • Bainbridge Brewing • Moment Brewing • Crane’s Castle Brewing • Chaos Bay Brewing Co. • Ridgeline Brewing • Silver City Brewery • Dog Days Brewing • Deep Draft Brewing • Yoked Farmhouse & Brewery
brewery profiles
Yoked farmhouse brewery
525 SW Pine Road, Port Orchard
On a country road in the sleepy South Kitsap area known as Burley, Yoked Farmhouse & Brewery hums with the friendly chatter of guests and the sound of scampering children playing tag in the tall grass. For Yoked co-founder Gary Winn, the pastoral landscape is soaked in memories. “Breweries and farms have always gone together,” Gary pointed out.
“I’m really proud of what we’re doing here,” Winn said as he stood next to Yoked farmhand Jessica Menke, who’s often behind the bar slinging beer and greeting regulars. .
dog days brewing
260 4th Street, Bremerton
Dog Days Brewing is the fruit of passion and willpower on the part of owner, brewmaster and Navy veteran Jeffery Scott. The hole-in-the-wall, downtown Bremerton brewery is sandwiched between the Historic Roxy Theatre and the Axe & Arrow Gastropub. Its casual, friendly vibes spill out onto the sidewalk, where a dog dish gleams in the sunlight. “From the very beginning, having a place that was dog-friendly and kid-friendly was really important to me,” Scott explained. “That was always a part of the plan.”
With a roster of events that include trivia and comedy, Dog Days has become a community watering hole for friends, furry and otherwise.
Open Wednesday ~ Saturday.
bainbridge is. brewing co.
9415 Coppertop Loop NE, Bainbridge Island
Brewmaster Russell had been a home brewer for years before he opened Bainbridge Island Brewing Co. With an interest in creating something unique for his hometown, he and his father Chuck began dreaming about a brewery and went bar-hopping together across Seattle to study their favorite watering holes. By 2012, Bainbridge Island Brewing Company opened their doors. The father-son team now operates the Brewery & Taproom at Coppertop Park and Bainbridge Brewing Alehouse in Winslow, where ferry passengers can find a pint of fresh local beer just footsteps away.
Everett had one goal for the business—create a tangible good for the community he grew up in. As he motioned to the Taproom, you could see from the easy banter of guests that he achieved his goal. “We need a place to be together, where it’s socially acceptable to sit with and talk to strangers,”
valhöll brewing
18970 3rd Ave NE, Poulsbo
A brewmaster at the highly regarded Silver City for nearly a quarter century, Don Spencer led its team to the honor of being named Mid-Sized Brewery/Brewer of the Year at the 33rd Great American Beer Festival in 2019. A year later, he exited Silver City and assumed co-ownership of Viking-themed Valhöll Brewing in Poulsbo. “This is my dream project,” Spencer said. “I’d been coming to Valhöll for years for a pint. I love this place. I just love a room full of people drinking beer. I’m learning to do a new thing here.” He notes. “Being the face, the ambassador, the person that can be out front, getting people excited about beer.”
Hood Canal Brewery
26499 Bond Road NE, Kingston
“I started here when I was 21,” owner Caitlyn Hatchel, a lifelong local to Kitsap said as we chatted over a pint. “I tended bar and learned bit by bit.” Hood Canal Brewery founder Don Wyatt, her boss at the time, saw in Hatchel someone who loved people, made them feel welcome and created an effortless feeling of family around her. After several years of bartending, it was clear that she was a part of what made the brewery a special place to gather and sip suds, and Wyatt made her his successor.
“People come here to sit in the bar or outside, have great conversations and meet new people,” Hatchel said. “It’s a breath of fresh air.”
Crane’s Castle Brewing
1550 NE Riddell Road, Bremerton
A tasty selection of beer, a welcoming and casual ambiance, large indoor space featuring pinball, and an outdoor seating area with corn hole make this a go-to Bremerton spot! Bonus points awarded for being next to the Tracyton Movie House!
Deep Draft Brewing
3536 West Belfair Valley Road, Bremerton
Nestled behind the Wig Wam Pub (amazing BBQ) in Gorst, Deep Draft Brewing is a local favorite with a cute outdoor space perfect for chillin on a sunny day.
Silvercity Brewery & Taproom
206 Katy Penman, Bremerton
2799 NW Myhre Road, Silverdale
Kitsap’s biggest and most well-known brewery, Silvercity has been creating craft beer culture on the Peninsula since the ‘90s. The Silverdale location fearures a full restuarant with terrific food.
Ridgeline Brewing
941 North Callow Ave, Bremerton
With friendly staff, and a family-friendly vibe, Ridgeline is considered a local treasure. They have foosball, and other large toys, and a bunch of board games to keep the young ones busy. Ridgeline also hosts events several nights a week including Mingo (music Bingo), trivia, and vinyl nights where you can spin your own tunes or pick from their collection.
Chaos Bay Brewing Co.
2901 Perry Ave, Bremerton
Beer, bands and a brunch buffet - what more could you ask for!
Moment Brewing
10876 Myhre Place NW, Silverdale
Consistently high-quality beer and diverse selection of styles make this Silverdale brewery stand out from the pack.
Western Red Brewing
19168 Jensen Way NE, Poulsbo
This logging themed brewery has cozy PNW vibes locked down. Wood interior, a view of the brewing tanks and fermentors and a super friendly staff make it easy to spend time at Western Red. They also host a super popular trivia night.
Rainy Daze Brewing
650 NW Bovela Lane, Poulsbo
This Poulsbo brewery has garnered a cult-like following for its unique brews and good vibes. Indoor & outdoor seating make this a brewery for all seasons!
Echoes Brewing Co.
19479 Viking Ave NW, Poulsbo
From the beer, to the staff, to the atmosphere Echoes is a 10/10. Visitors love the exceptional beer selection and the fact that you can bring your own food.
Downpour Brewing
10991 NE State Hwy 104, Poulsbo
A Kingston gem a stone’s throw from the Edmond’s ferry, this local favorite brewery has a warm, super chill atmosphere, great service, and are dog and kid friendly.
local cider
Sisters’ Cider House
921 Hildebrand Lane NE
With ciders made from fresh, local ingredients Sisters’ Cider House is a family affair with a special focus on community. The cider house has a warm, whimsical atmosphere and the ciders are very very tasty.
Bushel & barrel ciderhouse
201 NW Beaver Ridge, Poulsbo
A staple for amazing events, live music and super fun community activities - B&B Ciderhouse is the perfect spot for families, groups or friends to gather.
Spin Ciderhouse
8323 SE Millihanna Rd, Olalla
Spin Cider is a small, family-run cidery producing hand crafted, traditional and modern hard ciders. The tasting room is now open Saturdays and Sundays 12:00 to 5:00 by appointment.
taprooms
Pony up to the bar at one of these Kitsap Peninsula taprooms that are serving up amazing selections of local craft beer & cider!
Peninsula bevCo
110 Harrison Ave, Port Orchard
3388 NW Byron Street, Silverdale
Local Boys
519 4th Street, Bremerton
Wig Wam Pub
3548 West Belfair Valley Road, Bremerton
Brass Kraken Pub
18779 Front Street NE, Poulsbo
Kingston Ale House
11225 NE State Highway 104
House 11 Taproom
32159 North Rainier Ave, Port Gamble
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Stay in Kitsap
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