Bars & Breweries

7 Space Coast Breweries Worth Planning a Trip For

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There’s something brewing on Florida’s Space Coast. Crafting some of the best, most unique beers in Florida, our local breweries offer suds sure to delight your taste buds. So top off your trip to the beach with a visit to one or a few of the following breweries, and we promise you’ll be buzzing for more.

Playalinda Brewing Company

305 S. Washington Ave., Titusville, Florida (Hardware Store)
5220 S. Washington Ave., Titusville, Florida (Brix Project)

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Playalinda Brewing Company, located in a 100-year-old former hardware store in Historic Downtown Titusville, is the city’s only craft micro-brewery. With beers such as Belgian Strong Ale, Skateboarders Pale Ale, Robonaut Red, Blackberry Bubble Yum, Caramel Macchiato and Bottomless Blonde — to name a few — the brewery is wildly popular. So popular, in fact, that the company recently expanded, opening its Brix Project in south Titusville, which features a restaurant, brewpub, and beer garden.

Intracoastal Brewing Company

652 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne, Florida

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Located in the heart of the Eau Gallie Arts District in Melbourne, Florida, Intracoastal Brewing Company is passionate about beer. With a rotating menu of original brews, such as Lemon Shandy, Brewschetta (a tomato basil pale ale), Oatmeal Pale Ale, Sore Amber, No Pumpkin’tended and Oktoberfestivus, there’s a flavor for every palette. Can’t choose just one? Order a flight! Can’t get enough? Take home a growler!

One unique thing about Intracoastal is that the brews are always changing with the seasons, so what you may taste now, may be different next time you visit.

Hell ‘N Blazes Brewing Company

1002 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne, Florida

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Located in a fully renovated bank building in Historic Downtown Melbourne, Hell ‘N Blazes has a unique vibe, surpassed only by the unique selection of house beers on tap. The company prides itself on crafting bold, adventurous brews, including Causeway IPA, Huggins Hefeweizen, Mr. Pink’s Porter, Orange Blossom Honey Wheat Ale and Tropical Trail Pale Ale. And if you’re not feeling particularly “hoppy,” check out the finely curated menu of wine, which is offered by the glass, on tap and by the bottle.

Dirty Oar Beer Company

329 King Street, Cocoa, FL 32922

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Where can you find a brewery, taproom, and beer garden that’s family and dog-friendly and features over 20 taps of craft beer in addition to ciders, wine, and non-alcoholic options? Dirty Oar Beer Company, located in Cocoa Village, offers a neighborly vibe, where great beer and great memories pair well together and everyone seems to know your name.

Bugnutty Brewing Company

225 King Street, Unit B, Cocoa, FL 32922

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Inspired by a great love for beer, Bugnutty Brewing Company opened its doors with rapturous delight to give locals and visitors alike access to a great selection of finely crafted and brewed beer. Enjoy some tasty pub grub, live music, and great service in a laid-back, industrial environment.

Carib Brewing Co

200 Imperial Blvd., Cape Canaveral, Florida

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Carib Brewing USA, is an award-winning brewery that is inspired by both the island vibes of the Caribbean and the innovation of the Space Coast! Brewing up Carib ciders, and beers you’ll find all over the islands alongside Sunshine State staples like Hurricane Reef and Florida Lager, there’s always something happening in this large and lively taproom. Enjoy a guided tasting, cider flight or brewery tour! It’s an incredible experience before you board a cruise or if you’re just cruising around the Space Coast!

Beachfly Brewing Company

513 Barton Blvd, Rockledge, FL

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You can’t miss this mural-covered brewery in Rockledge! With fresh, tropical and Space Coast-inspired brews on tap and tasty bites available in the tap room,  you’ll find this may be one of your new favorite spots on the Space Coast.  Brews like Space Kolsch, Turtle Trax, and Canova Sunrise Red are crisp, refreshing and perfect for an afternoon at the beach or just to sip in the dog-friendly beer garden. Enjoy a few of these seasonal brews next time you’re in town!

No matter where you stay on Florida’s Space Coast, there’s a local brewery waiting to serve you one-of-a-kind craft beers. And trust us, you don’t want to miss out!

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