Southwest Montana Brewery Tour
Southwest Montana Beer & Spirits Road Map
Sip, stroll, and savor your way through Butte and surroundings—one handcrafted dream at a time.
1. Smelter City Brewing – Anaconda
Vibe: Rustic-industrial with views of the mountain skyline
Try: Smelter Pale Ale, Redheaded IPA
Tip: Pair a pint with a stroll through charming historic downtown.
2. Butte Brewing Company – Butte
Vibe: Rooftop deck, local pride, relaxed atmosphere
Try: Mucker Irish Red, Ridge Waters IPA
Tip: Their sunset patio is perfect for pairing pints with views of the hill.
3. Quarry Brewing – Butte
Vibe: Laid-back, family-friendly gem with underground charm in historic Uptown Butte Untappd+14quarrybrew.com+14Lin
Try: Gneiss IPA, Open Pit Porter, Schist Sour
Tip: Known for reviving beloved recipes and great community vibe—don’t miss the Mug Club if you visit in fall .
4. Headframe Spirits – Butte
(Not a brewery, but an essential stop!)
Vibe: Montana’s first legal distillery, housed in a repurposed historic building, with sustainable tech and storytelling
Try: Orphan Girl Bourbon Cream, Anselmo Gin, High Ore Vodka
Tip: Enjoy cocktails in the tasting room with local eats—bring friends, family, or just your curiosity.
5. Philipsburg Brewing Co. – Philipsburg
Vibe: Restored bank building turned brewery—full frontier charm
Try: Otter Water Session Pale Ale, Tramway Rye
Tip: Pair your flight with a quick stop at The Sweet Palace or sapphire mining.
6. Blackfoot River Brewing – Helena
Vibe: Community-tuned with art, long tables, and hometown warmth
Try: Single Malt IPA, Tartanic Scottish Ale
Tip: Located near Reeder’s Alley—walk around, then walk in for a pint.
7. Lewis & Clark Brewing – Helena
Vibe: Historic warehouse, live music, laid-back brewery scene
Try: Tumbleweed IPA, Back Country Scottish Ale
Tip: Time your visit with a concert or comedy night.
8. Dillon Tap House – Dillon
Vibe: Community hub with rotating Montana taps
Try: Premier pints from local breweries
Tip: Stop by before fishing the Beaverhead River—cheers to that!
9. Beaverhead Brewing Co. – Dillon
Vibe: Classic, hometown brewery with Montana heart
Try: Pioneer Porter, Red Rocks Amber
Tip: A low-key stop to unwind after exploring Dillon.
10. Ruby Valley Brew – Sheridan
Vibe: Cozy microbrewery in a scenic small town
Try: Ranchhand Red Ale, Gold Rush Wheat
Tip: Ideal detour on your drive to Twin Bridges or Virginia City.
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