Frederick Breweries Guide
Discover 15+ craft breweries across Frederick County — from walkable downtown taprooms and brewpubs to scenic farm breweries with mountain views.
Pro tip: Downtown breweries are walkable. Farm breweries in Mt. Airy are 30–45 min south.
Frederick's brewery scene offers remarkable diversity — walkable downtown clusters perfect for a crawl, brewpubs with full dining, and scenic farm breweries where on-site hops meet mountain views. Whether you're after award-winning IPAs, historic brewpubs, or a relaxed countryside experience, Frederick has a brewery for every beer enthusiast.
Frederick's Brewery Scene
Downtown Cluster
Walkable brewery crawls near Carroll Creek and Market Street.
Farm Breweries
On-site hop yards and scenic countryside immersion in Mt. Airy.
Historic Spaces
Repurposed historic buildings with character and local roots.
Brewpubs
Full dining with house-brewed beer at Brewer's Alley and more.
Downtown Breweries
Concentrated in Frederick's historic downtown near Carroll Creek Park — ideal for brewery crawls on foot.
Attaboy Beer
DowntownBrewer's Alley Restaurant
DowntownRAK Brewing Co
DowntownSteinhardt Brewing
DowntownOlde Mother Brewing Company
DowntownMonocacy Brewing Company
DowntownSuburban & Production Breweries
Located outside core downtown, often with larger production facilities and a local neighborhood feel.
Rockwell Brewery
SuburbanMidnight Run Brewing
SuburbanProspect Point Brewing
SuburbanTaprooms
Intimate taproom experiences focused on serving great beer in a neighborhood setting.
Sandbox Brewhouse
TaproomFarm Breweries
Rural, welcoming spots with outdoor space, on-site hops, and scenic countryside views — worth the drive.
Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm
FarmRed Shedman Farm Brewery
FarmFrey's Brewing Company
FarmBrewery Tips
Brewery Crawls
Downtown breweries like Attaboy, RAK, and Steinhardt are walkable. Start at Carroll Creek and visit multiple on foot.
Designated Driver
Use rideshare or designate a driver when visiting multiple breweries. Many offer non-alcoholic options.
Check Hours
Hours vary by location. Check websites before visiting, especially for farm breweries with seasonal hours.
Farm Visits
Visit farm breweries like Prospect Point and Milkhouse on nice days for outdoor seating and mountain views.
Food Options
Brewer's Alley offers full dining. Olde Mother has smash burgers. Others may have food trucks or allow outside food.
Live Music
Olde Mother Brewing features live music regularly. Check schedules for entertainment with your beer.
Related Experiences
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Frederick breweries are best for a crawl? ▾
The Carroll Creek cluster — Attaboy, RAK Brewing, and Steinhardt — are all walkable from each other and ideal for a self-guided crawl. Olde Mother is a few blocks north on Market Street and worth the short walk, especially on a night with live music. Start at Carroll Creek and work your way north.
Are there brewery options with food? ▾
Yes. Brewer's Alley is a full brewpub with an extensive culinary menu. Olde Mother Brewing has Fifty-Fifty smash burgers on-site. Many other breweries allow outside food or have food trucks on rotating schedules — check their social media before visiting.
Do Frederick breweries allow dogs? ▾
Several Frederick breweries welcome leashed dogs in their outdoor areas. Prospect Point Brewing's farm setting is particularly dog-friendly. Always confirm directly with each brewery before bringing a pet.
What's the best farm brewery near Frederick for a day trip? ▾
Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm in Mount Airy is a local favorite — 10+ years of operation, scenic countryside views, and an intimate farmhouse tasting room. Red Shedman Farm Brewery is newer with a 12-tap rotation and on-site hops. Both are about 30–45 minutes from downtown Frederick.
Plan the Ultimate Beer Crawl
Pair your brewery visits with wineries and distilleries for the full Frederick craft beverage experience.
See Craft Beverage Trail