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Like the increasing number of vineyards for wine-lovers, craft breweries are quenching the thirst of parched beer-lovers throughout Connecticut. With a brewery scene so vibrant, you’ll want to visit them all! Here are our top 8 2025 favorites.
Selling its first beer—American Ale—in 2012, the owners and brewers at Thimble Island Brewing quickly gained a following with Connecticut residents. They are the largest self-distributing micro-brewery in Connecticut and feature a beautiful tasting room and brewery tours. Beers include their original amber American Ale, delicious malty Black & Tan, thick Vanilla Coffee Stout, and excellent, strong caramel ale called Mutiny. They also are an affordable option for mid-sized private parties and functions.
With the aim to brew unusual and unexpected beers, Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company has created seven tantalizing beer options. One of their top brews, Nummy Nummy, is a double IPA with a strong hops profile. Stubborn Beauty Brewing is open for tastings on Friday and Saturday afternoons.
Specializing in small-batch craft brews, Relic Brewing Co. is an excellent choice for those seeking a specialty beer. Beers include Blackheart Black Lager, which is a chocolate, black lager, Denali IPA, 1776 Porter, which is a brown, nutty porter, and several other options. Beer tastings occur on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons, and their current beer menu can be found online.
Hanging Hills has a mystical background that surrounds the hills where the brewery's name was inspired. These hills and their story also inspired their black dog logo, as he is rumored to be seen or heard in those same hills. The master brewers have no problems creating delicious new beers and are always updating and perfecting their staples. Although their taproom is closed for now, you'll still find their beers on shelves in your local beer stores.
The husband-wife duo at Brewery Legitimus specializes in brewing Belgian and American craft beers. They have created 10 beers including an American brown ale, IPA, Saison, and pale ales. The taproom is open to guests on Thursday through Sunday. Their house beers on tap vary frequently and guest beers are also available on tap.
Located in a beautiful, converted brick industrial building in downtown Norwich, These Guys Brewing is a fun bar with delicious food and an extensive beer selection. Their homebrewed craft beer on tap has something for every beer lover with hoppy light beers to heavy, chocolatey dark beers. The scrumptious lunch, dinner, and brunch menu (Sundays only) has some amazing options to accompany any beer. Our picks are the mac and cheese and the flavorful fish and chips.
Complete with their own podcast, this hipster haven is located in an old industrial building, making it all the more Instagrammable. Beer options include Bright, a blonde, citrusy beer, Bee Enlightened, a kolsch beer with honey, and several other that are limited release or occasional. The tasting room is open on Friday through Sunday with brewery tours only on Saturday. Events are also frequent at Half Full Brewery, so check their website for further details.
City Steam Brewery is located in the historic Cheney Building, a building that is considered the finest example of Romanesque architecture in the U.S. Staying true to the building’s history, City Steam Brewery has incorporated much of the details, such as railings, from the original building. City Steam utilizes steam brewing to create their homebrewed beers such as a porter, pilsner, and ale. They also offer a gluten free food menu.
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They also are an affordable option for mid-sized private parties and functions.</p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/stubborn-beauty-brewing-middletown-ct.html"> Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company, Middletown, CT</a> </h2> <p>With the aim to brew unusual and unexpected beers, Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company has created seven tantalizing beer options. One of their top brews, Nummy Nummy, is a double IPA with a strong hops profile. Stubborn Beauty Brewing is open for tastings on Friday and Saturday afternoons.</p> </div> <div></div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/relic-brewing-plainville-ct.html"> Relic Brewing Co., Plainville, CT</a> </h2> <p>Specializing in small-batch craft brews, Relic Brewing Co. is an excellent choice for those seeking a specialty beer. Beers include Blackheart Black Lager, which is a chocolate, black lager, Denali IPA, 1776 Porter, which is a brown, nutty porter, and several other options. Beer tastings occur on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons, and their current beer menu can be found online.</p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> Hanging Hills Brewing Company, Hartford, CT </h2> <p>Hanging Hills has a mystical background that surrounds the hills where the brewery's name was inspired. These hills and their story also inspired their black dog logo, as he is rumored to be seen or heard in those same hills. The master brewers have no problems creating delicious new beers and are always updating and perfecting their staples. 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Their homebrewed craft beer on tap has something for every beer lover with hoppy light beers to heavy, chocolatey dark beers. The scrumptious lunch, dinner, and brunch menu (Sundays only) has some amazing options to accompany any beer. 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With a brewery scene so vibrant, you’ll want to visit them all! Here are our top 8 2025 favorites. </p></p> <div><div style="text-align:center;font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;font-style: italic;"><a href="#fbshare">Share your favorites in the comments below!</a></div> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/thimble-island-brewery-company-branford-ct.html"> Thimble Island Brewing Company, Branford, CT</a> </h2> <p>Selling its first beer—American Ale—in 2012, the owners and brewers at Thimble Island Brewing quickly gained a following with Connecticut residents. They are the largest self-distributing micro-brewery in Connecticut and feature a beautiful tasting room and brewery tours. Beers include their original amber American Ale, delicious malty Black & Tan, thick Vanilla Coffee Stout, and excellent, strong caramel ale called Mutiny. They also are an affordable option for mid-sized private parties and functions.</p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/stubborn-beauty-brewing-middletown-ct.html"> Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company, Middletown, CT</a> </h2> <p>With the aim to brew unusual and unexpected beers, Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company has created seven tantalizing beer options. One of their top brews, Nummy Nummy, is a double IPA with a strong hops profile. Stubborn Beauty Brewing is open for tastings on Friday and Saturday afternoons.</p> </div> <div></div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/relic-brewing-plainville-ct.html"> Relic Brewing Co., Plainville, CT</a> </h2> <p>Specializing in small-batch craft brews, Relic Brewing Co. is an excellent choice for those seeking a specialty beer. Beers include Blackheart Black Lager, which is a chocolate, black lager, Denali IPA, 1776 Porter, which is a brown, nutty porter, and several other options. Beer tastings occur on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons, and their current beer menu can be found online.</p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> Hanging Hills Brewing Company, Hartford, CT </h2> <p>Hanging Hills has a mystical background that surrounds the hills where the brewery's name was inspired. These hills and their story also inspired their black dog logo, as he is rumored to be seen or heard in those same hills. The master brewers have no problems creating delicious new beers and are always updating and perfecting their staples. Although their taproom is closed for now, you'll still find their beers on shelves in your local beer stores.</p> </div> <div></div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="http://www.brewerylegitimus.com/home"> Brewery Legitimus, New Hartford, CT</a> </h2> <p>The husband-wife duo at Brewery Legitimus specializes in brewing Belgian and American craft beers. They have created 10 beers including an American brown ale, IPA, Saison, and pale ales. The taproom is open to guests on Thursday through Sunday. 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With a brewery scene so vibrant, you’ll want to visit them all! Here are our top 8 2025 favorites. </p></p> <div><div style="text-align:center;font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;font-style: italic;"><a href="#fbshare">Share your favorites in the comments below!</a></div> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/thimble-island-brewery-company-branford-ct.html"> Thimble Island Brewing Company, Branford, CT</a> </h2> <p>Selling its first beer—American Ale—in 2012, the owners and brewers at Thimble Island Brewing quickly gained a following with Connecticut residents. They are the largest self-distributing micro-brewery in Connecticut and feature a beautiful tasting room and brewery tours. Beers include their original amber American Ale, delicious malty Black & Tan, thick Vanilla Coffee Stout, and excellent, strong caramel ale called Mutiny. They also are an affordable option for mid-sized private parties and functions.</p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/stubborn-beauty-brewing-middletown-ct.html"> Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company, Middletown, CT</a> </h2> <p>With the aim to brew unusual and unexpected beers, Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company has created seven tantalizing beer options. One of their top brews, Nummy Nummy, is a double IPA with a strong hops profile. Stubborn Beauty Brewing is open for tastings on Friday and Saturday afternoons.</p> </div> <div></div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/relic-brewing-plainville-ct.html"> Relic Brewing Co., Plainville, CT</a> </h2> <p>Specializing in small-batch craft brews, Relic Brewing Co. is an excellent choice for those seeking a specialty beer. Beers include Blackheart Black Lager, which is a chocolate, black lager, Denali IPA, 1776 Porter, which is a brown, nutty porter, and several other options. Beer tastings occur on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons, and their current beer menu can be found online.</p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> Hanging Hills Brewing Company, Hartford, CT </h2> <p>Hanging Hills has a mystical background that surrounds the hills where the brewery's name was inspired. These hills and their story also inspired their black dog logo, as he is rumored to be seen or heard in those same hills. The master brewers have no problems creating delicious new beers and are always updating and perfecting their staples. Although their taproom is closed for now, you'll still find their beers on shelves in your local beer stores.</p> </div> <div></div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="http://www.brewerylegitimus.com/home"> Brewery Legitimus, New Hartford, CT</a> </h2> <p>The husband-wife duo at Brewery Legitimus specializes in brewing Belgian and American craft beers. They have created 10 beers including an American brown ale, IPA, Saison, and pale ales. The taproom is open to guests on Thursday through Sunday. Their house beers on tap vary frequently and guest beers are also available on tap.</p> <blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CVQMR1CMtmX/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CVQMR1CMtmX/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">A post shared by Brewery Legitimus | Craft Beer (@brewery.legitimus)</a></p> </div> </blockquote> <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js" type="text/javascript"></script> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="http://www.theseguysbrewing.com/"> These Guys Brewing Co., Norwich, CT</a> </h2> <p>Located in a beautiful, converted brick industrial building in downtown Norwich, These Guys Brewing is a fun bar with delicious food and an extensive beer selection. Their homebrewed craft beer on tap has something for every beer lover with hoppy light beers to heavy, chocolatey dark beers. The scrumptious lunch, dinner, and brunch menu (Sundays only) has some amazing options to accompany any beer. Our picks are the mac and cheese and the flavorful fish and chips.</p> <blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CVJUumPAaMG/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CVJUumPAaMG/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">A post shared by These Guys Brewing Company LLC (@theseguysbrewing)</a></p> </div> </blockquote> <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js" type="text/javascript"></script> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/half-full-brewery-stamford-ct.html"> Half Full Brewery, Stamford, CT</a> </h2> <p>Complete with their own podcast, this hipster haven is located in an old industrial building, making it all the more Instagrammable. Beer options include Bright, a blonde, citrusy beer, Bee Enlightened, a kolsch beer with honey, and several other that are limited release or occasional. The tasting room is open on Friday through Sunday with brewery tours only on Saturday. Events are also frequent at Half Full Brewery, so check their website for further details. </p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> City Steam Brewery, Hartford, CT </h2> <p>City Steam Brewery is located in the historic Cheney Building, a building that is considered the finest example of Romanesque architecture in the U.S. Staying true to the building’s history, City Steam Brewery has incorporated much of the details, such as railings, from the original building. City Steam utilizes steam brewing to create their homebrewed beers such as a porter, pilsner, and ale. 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With a brewery scene so vibrant, you’ll want to visit them all! Here are our top 8 2025 favorites. </p></p> <div><div style="text-align:center;font-size:1.4em;font-weight:bold;font-style: italic;"><a href="#fbshare">Share your favorites in the comments below!</a></div> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/thimble-island-brewery-company-branford-ct.html"> Thimble Island Brewing Company, Branford, CT</a> </h2> <p>Selling its first beer—American Ale—in 2012, the owners and brewers at Thimble Island Brewing quickly gained a following with Connecticut residents. They are the largest self-distributing micro-brewery in Connecticut and feature a beautiful tasting room and brewery tours. Beers include their original amber American Ale, delicious malty Black & Tan, thick Vanilla Coffee Stout, and excellent, strong caramel ale called Mutiny. They also are an affordable option for mid-sized private parties and functions.</p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/stubborn-beauty-brewing-middletown-ct.html"> Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company, Middletown, CT</a> </h2> <p>With the aim to brew unusual and unexpected beers, Stubborn Beauty Brewing Company has created seven tantalizing beer options. One of their top brews, Nummy Nummy, is a double IPA with a strong hops profile. Stubborn Beauty Brewing is open for tastings on Friday and Saturday afternoons.</p> </div> <div></div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="/place/relic-brewing-plainville-ct.html"> Relic Brewing Co., Plainville, CT</a> </h2> <p>Specializing in small-batch craft brews, Relic Brewing Co. is an excellent choice for those seeking a specialty beer. Beers include Blackheart Black Lager, which is a chocolate, black lager, Denali IPA, 1776 Porter, which is a brown, nutty porter, and several other options. Beer tastings occur on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday afternoons, and their current beer menu can be found online.</p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> Hanging Hills Brewing Company, Hartford, CT </h2> <p>Hanging Hills has a mystical background that surrounds the hills where the brewery's name was inspired. These hills and their story also inspired their black dog logo, as he is rumored to be seen or heard in those same hills. The master brewers have no problems creating delicious new beers and are always updating and perfecting their staples. Although their taproom is closed for now, you'll still find their beers on shelves in your local beer stores.</p> </div> <div></div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="http://www.brewerylegitimus.com/home"> Brewery Legitimus, New Hartford, CT</a> </h2> <p>The husband-wife duo at Brewery Legitimus specializes in brewing Belgian and American craft beers. They have created 10 beers including an American brown ale, IPA, Saison, and pale ales. The taproom is open to guests on Thursday through Sunday. Their house beers on tap vary frequently and guest beers are also available on tap.</p> <blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CVQMR1CMtmX/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding: 16px;"> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;"></div> <div style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;"> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;"></div> <div style="background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;"></div> </div> </div> <div style="padding: 19% 0;"></div> <div style="display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;"></div> <div style="padding-top: 8px;"> <div style="color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;">View this post on Instagram</div> </div> <p style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CVQMR1CMtmX/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">A post shared by Brewery Legitimus | Craft Beer (@brewery.legitimus)</a></p> </div> </blockquote> <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js" type="text/javascript"></script> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> <a href="http://www.theseguysbrewing.com/"> These Guys Brewing Co., Norwich, CT</a> </h2> <p>Located in a beautiful, converted brick industrial building in downtown Norwich, These Guys Brewing is a fun bar with delicious food and an extensive beer selection. Their homebrewed craft beer on tap has something for every beer lover with hoppy light beers to heavy, chocolatey dark beers. The scrumptious lunch, dinner, and brunch menu (Sundays only) has some amazing options to accompany any beer. 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Beer options include Bright, a blonde, citrusy beer, Bee Enlightened, a kolsch beer with honey, and several other that are limited release or occasional. The tasting room is open on Friday through Sunday with brewery tours only on Saturday. Events are also frequent at Half Full Brewery, so check their website for further details. </p> </div> <div class="article-sections"> <h2 class="section-title"> City Steam Brewery, Hartford, CT </h2> <p>City Steam Brewery is located in the historic Cheney Building, a building that is considered the finest example of Romanesque architecture in the U.S. Staying true to the building’s history, City Steam Brewery has incorporated much of the details, such as railings, from the original building. City Steam utilizes steam brewing to create their homebrewed beers such as a porter, pilsner, and ale. 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We have a wide range of beers on tap, from crisp and refreshing Lagers and A... <a class="link-more" href="/place/hops-on-the-hill-brewery-south-glastonbury-ct.html">Read More</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="media item"> <div class="row narrow"> <div class="col-lg-12"> <h3 class="title"><a href="/place/brass-works-brewing-company-waterbury-ct.html">Brass Works Brewing Company</a></h3> <a href="/place/brass-works-brewing-company-waterbury-ct.html" class="d-none"> <img class="image img-fluid" src="https://cdn-taco.americantowns.com/content-img/lexe-brewery-20.jpg" alt="Brass Works Brewing Company"> </a> </div> <div class="col-lg-12 align-self-center"> <div class="location"> 2066 Thomaston Avenue, <a href="/waterbury-ct/" class="location-link">Waterbury, CT</a> </div> <div class="description"> Brothers Michael and David Ieronimo began as home brewers in their mothers' kitchen in the late 1980's soon adding David's brother-in-law Chr... <a class="link-more" href="/place/brass-works-brewing-company-waterbury-ct.html">Read More</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="media item"> <div class="row narrow"> <div class="col-lg-12"> <h3 class="title"><a href="/place/thimble-island-brewery-company-branford-ct.html">Thimble Island Brewery Company</a></h3> <a href="/place/thimble-island-brewery-company-branford-ct.html" class="d-none"> <img class="image img-fluid" src="https://cdn-taco.americantowns.com/content-img/lexe-brewery-14.jpg" alt="Thimble Island Brewery Company"> </a> </div> <div class="col-lg-12 align-self-center"> <div class="location"> 16 Business Park Dr, <a href="/branford-ct/" class="location-link">Branford, CT</a> </div> <div class="description"> Story: Founders Justin Gargano and Mike Fawcett both grew up on the Connecticut shoreline.  As do most home brewers, the two friends shared... <a class="link-more" href="/place/thimble-island-brewery-company-branford-ct.html">Read More</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="media item"> <div class="row narrow"> <div class="col-lg-12"> <h3 class="title"><a href="/place/overshores-brewing-company-east-haven-ct.html">Overshores Brewing Company</a></h3> <a href="/place/overshores-brewing-company-east-haven-ct.html" class="d-none"> <img class="image img-fluid" src="https://cdn-taco.americantowns.com/content-img/lexe-brewery-17.jpg" alt="Overshores Brewing Company"> </a> </div> <div class="col-lg-12 align-self-center"> <div class="location"> 250 Bradley St, <a href="/east-haven-ct/" class="location-link">East Haven, CT</a> </div> <div class="description"> Our Philosophy We love Belgian beer. 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