Here’s A List of Some of Portland, Maine’s Best Breweries

Maine Craft Beer

Maine's craft beer industry continues to be an absolute monster.

As of this publishing, there are over 100 breweries in the state. In 2022, Maine had the second-highest brewery per capita number (14.2) in the country. Even a global pandemic couldn't ravage an industry that certainly relies on tourism.

And now that Miane is an international brand, more tourists continue to roll in. It's just more great news for an industry whose economic impact is similar to a small principality.

Maine's Brewery Scene

We spend massive amounts of time discussing and dissecting every little aspect about the Maine beer scene. Whether it's Portland, the surrounding area, Bar Harbor, or the Midcoast, the touristy areas of Maine are well-covered. But breweries can be found outside the hotspots, as well. Honestly, there's a good chance at least one brewery is withing 20 miles of every location in Maine. I have no idea if this is true, but it sounds good, doesn't it?

Portland, Maine, Breweries

I decided to take a look at Portland' breweries. Lord knows there's enough of them. Maine's largest city has a diverse group that include both young and old, large and micro.

Of course, there's the usual suspects like Allagash, Shipyard, and Bissel Brothers, to name a few. However, Portland is more than just the heavy hitters. It's a little bit of everything, which makes the town so incredibly unique.

Below is a closer look at Portland's suds shops. The 23 breweries can be found across the city, especially in the heart of Riverton and Bayside, and every single one is ready for you to enjoy the holidays with them.

How many have you been to?