Check out these 6 beloved breweries in the Rocket City

An exterior shot of Straight To Ale, one of Huntsville’s most popular breweries (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

For a city of its size, Huntsville has a strong identity when it comes to local breweries & craft beer.

There are spots all around the city where you can enjoy a pint of locally brewed beer—but we went ahead and narrowed it down to six well-known + popular locations.

So, whether you hit them alone or with your friends—these places are ready to cool you down on a hot summer day!

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Check out our local breweries

1) Yellowhammer Brewing

Das Stahl 09 — Yellowhammer Brewing boasts an incredibly large menu! (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

German-inspired brewery known for its lagers, seasonal brews + a spacious beer garden. The brewery was founded in 2010 but moved into its current location in 2015.

📍2620 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
⏰Mon-Thu 11AM-9PM, Fri-Sat 11AM-11PM, Sun 11AM-8PM
Website | Facebook | Instagram

2) Straight to Ale

20241010 132253 — Straight To Ale’s interior is heavily inspired by Huntsville’s space roots. (Ben Jonhson / Hville Blast)

One of Huntsville’s OG craft breweries featuring fan-fav beers like Monkeynaut, a lively taproom + entertainment. They also produce their own mead + cider.

📍2620 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
⏰Mon-Thu 11AM-10PM, Fri-Sat 11AM-11PM, Sun 11AM-8PM
Website | Facebook | Instagram

3) Green Bus Brewing

greenbus 3 — Green Bus Brewing is also home to Bus Stop Coffee. (Ben Johnson / Hville Blast)

A brewery in downtown with a diverse selection of beers, tasting flights + live music. My personal favorite beverage is their Coconut Cream Ale.

📍206 Eustis Ave SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
⏰Mon-Tues 7AM-9PM, Wed-Thu 7AM-10PM, Fri-Sat 7AM-11PM, Sun 7AM-9PM
Website | Facebook | Instagram

4) Old Black Bear Brewing Company

A few specialty drinks pictured at Old Black Bear Brewing Company. (Lacey Muenstermann/ Hville Blast)

This spot is a locally loved brewery with handcrafted beers + Southern eats! They have a location in Athens as well if you’re ever thirsty and in the area!

📍212 Main St, Madison, AL 35758
⏰Mon-Thu 4-10PM, Fri-Sat 11Am-11PM, Sun 10AM-4PM
Website

5) Back Forty Beer Company

Back Forty Beer Company might be one of the most underrated spots in Huntsville. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

Here you’ll find signature craft beers, fresh pizza + outdoor games. Their menu includes a repertoire of 50 beers throughout the year, with 20 being on tap at any single time.

📍3254 Leeman Ferry Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
⏰Mon + Wed 11AM-9PM, Tue closed, Thu 11AM-10PM, Fri-Sat 11AM-11PM, Sun 11AM-8PM
Website | Facebook | Instagram

6) InnerSpace Brewing Company

InnerSpace Brewing Company is another brewery that is heavily inspired by Huntsville’s space roots (Amelia Pilgrim / Hville Blast)

Space + sci-fi themed taproom with a rotating collection of craft beers + ciders. If you have any four-legged furry friends, they have an outdoor patio which can accommodate them!