When it comes to beer and brewing, Bengaluru has aced it. In recent years, the city has birthed many micro-breweries. In fact, it is known for having one of the largest breweries in the country. The crafted beers are prepared with special ingredients which give them their quintessential flavours. They are all you need for a perfect Sunday brunch or a fun Saturday evening with friends and colleagues.
From craft beers to pale ales, here is a rundown of unique breweries in the city with great ambience and the best brews.
If you're in Bengaluru, you really must visit the Byg Brewski Brewing Company, said to be the largest microbrewery in Asia. The captivating milieu of a lovely lake with ducks, an outdoor eating area, and lush vegetation is ideal for hanging out with friends. They serve delicious bar snacks like Calcutta Club Chicken Cutlet and Arabic Fatayer. The beers here include Byg Wit, Byg Hefeweizen, Byg Triple, Byg Ella Pale Ale, and Byg Rauch. Their Byg Hefeweizen, a beer crafted in the Bavarian style and fermented by a unique strain of yeast, is very popular. It has notes of banana and clove, and the unique blend of wheat and clove gives the beer a tart flavour.
Address: Southern Asia Bible College, Byrathi Village, 22, Hennur Bagalur Main Rd, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560077
Geist Brewing Co. crafts a diverse range of international craft beers: Belgian-style Witbier, South German-style Wheat Beer, Bavarian-style Dark Wheat Beer, American-style IPA, German-style Märzen, Franconia-style Smoked Wheat Beer, Belgian-style Strong Blond Ale, and India Pale Lager. Operating a 10,000 sq. ft. factory, they began at Geist Brewing Co. OMR in 2020, now with locations offering unique experiences in Bangalore. Their expansions reach Hyderabad, retail outlets in Bangalore and Pondicherry, and feature collaborations with Moonshine Meadery for "Show Me The Honey" beer and Magnolia Bakery for dessert-inspired cocktails.
Address: No.23/3, 21st KM Stone, Old Madras Road Nimbekaipura, Bidarahalli, Hobli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560049
Red Rhino is a microbrewery for party heads. There is outdoor seating as well as a terrace bar with a view of the Whitefield skyline and duplex-style sitting. Bangalore Daze, Black Pearl, Soul Surfer, Hefeweizen, GBP lager, and a few seasonal (and low-calorie) alternatives are some of the well-known Red Rhino beers. The rest of the menu consists of a combination of imported beers, IMFL beverages, and a range of cocktails, along with bar snacks like dumplings, Red Rhino Chilli Chicken, and burgers. They also have Saturday DJ nights and filling Sunday brunches to head out for.
Address: 4th Floor Uptown Square, Seegehalli, Nr. Alliance 10 Downing Villas, Whitefield - Hoskote Road, Whitefield, Bangalore -560067
Brooks and Bonds Brewery is known for its seasonal beers like Mango Beer and Oatmeal Stout. The ambience is quite rustic with factory-inspired design and al fresco dining. They have special crunchy California Fried Chicken and exotic cheesy thin-crust Italiano pizza, which are yummy to munch on. Other crafted beers on their menu are Imperial Porter, which tastes like dark fruit and malt Belgian Wit with subtle coriander and orange flavours wheat beer Rauchweizen, with minty-banana flavour and spicy and fruity flavoured Weizenbock with the warmth of alcohol. The brewery is known for its Saturday nights.
Address: 4, 100 Feet Rd, KHB Block Koramangala, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560047
Arbor Brewing Company should be high up on your list if you're searching for a microbrewery with decadent lighting and great beer, to destress. We highly recommend their Smooth Criminal beer, which has traces of honey and lavender, and Beach Shack, an Indian pale ale. Also on the must-try list are their spicy and fruit beers, stouts and porters, hefeweizen, and Belgian beers - all crafted with controlled fermentation practices. Their latest launch is the Kaleidoscopic Wit. This Belgian-style wheat beer offers a vibrant tapestry of chamomile, citrus zest, and coriander. The company has one more eatery & brewery at Brigade Road in Bangalore and one in Goa.
Address: Allied Grand Plaza, 3rd, 8, Magrath Rd, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025
If you love Shakespearean drama and have memorised lines from Romeo and Juliet, then hit up this brewery inspired by the Bard. With an ye olde English ambience and classic crafted beers like orange-infused Romeo Swagger and the dark roasted Brisky Brutus, you are all set for a perfect evening with friends. Their lip-smacking Tawa Lamb Chops and hot and spicy Mushroom Pepper Fry complement the brews well. On an aside, we loved the name of their signature cocktails - namely Come What May, Foregone Conclusion, and Merry Wives Of Windsor.
Address: Eva Mall, Level 5, Brigade Rd, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
Hops Haus, a brewery oasis in Whitefield, offering an escape amidst lush greenery. Experience curated delights—from gourmet dishes and craft cocktails to unique brews. You'll discover a captivating array of brews, including six original blends and a seasonal creation by Master Brewer George Jacob. Enjoy the refreshing Basmati Bounty, a rice lager, or the vibrant Sassy Saison. For Belgian flavors, the Witty Belgian offers a delightful Wibier, while the Hip Hopster entices IPA lovers. Don't miss the allure of the Roasted Stout. The brewery opened a new outlet recently at Embassy One in North Bengaluru.
Address: #101 & 45, Whitefield Main Rd, Whitefield, Narayanappa Garden, Bengaluru 560066
