What’s the Best Brewery in Vermont?

When you think of Vermont, what comes to mind first? Is it maple syrup, fall foliage, skiing? Many think of breweries, with unique beers coming from all parts of the state. Did you know that Vermont ranks first in the country for the number of breweries? There are 14.7 breweries per capita and 21.7 gallons of beer per every 21+ adult in the state. We love all of Vermont’s breweries, but which one do Vermonters love the most?

We’re putting 16 of the state’s most well-known and loved breweries head-to-head to see which ones come out on top. Between September 6 and September 19, you’ll have the opportunity to vote for your favorite breweries on our Facebook and Instagram stories to help us determine a winner. On September 19, we’ll crown the winner of the 2024 Brewery Bracket.

Here’s our matchups:

Round 1: September 10 – 11

September 10: The Alchemist vs. Drop-In Brewing Company

September 10: Hill Farmstead Brewing vs. Red Clover Ale Co

September 10: Lawson’s Finest Liquids vs. River Roost Brewery

September 10: Foam Brewers vs. Black Flannel Brewing Co

September 11: Burlington Beer Company vs. 14th Star Brewing Company

September 11: Long Trail Brewing Company vs. Frost Beer Works

September 11: Fiddlehead Brewing Company vs. Four Quarters Brewing

September 11: Prohibition Pig vs. Zero Gravity Craft Brewery

Round 2: September 13

September 13: The Alchemist vs. Burlington Beer Company

September 13: Black Flannel Brewing Co vs. Zero Gravity Craft Brewery

September 13: Hill Farmstead Brewing vs. Frost Beer Works

September 13: Lawson's Finest Liquids vs. Four Quarters Brewing

Round 3: September 16

September 16: The Alchemist vs. Zero Gravity

September 16: Hill Farmstead vs. Four Quarters Brewing

Final Round: September 18

September 18: Zero Gravity vs. Hill Farmstead

The Winner is... Zero Gravity!

Thank you to everyone who voted!

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to cast your votes! We’ll announce the winner on September 19.