Haines Brewing Company

Top choice in Haines


Surely one of the finest small breweries in America, this Haines operation, founded in 1999, has recently opened a lovely new tasting room in what passes for downtown Haines. The beautiful wood and glass structure serves all of the locally brewed favorites, including Spruce Tip Ale, Elder Rock Red and the potent Black Fang stout (8.2% alcohol content).

It's no small wonder that Haines hosts the Great Alaskan Craftbeer & Home Brew Festival.


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