Maine Brewers' Guild

06/02/2026

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The national Brewers Association has released its latest State Craft Beer Statistics, and Maine continues to rank among the nation's leaders in craft brewing:

🍺 157 craft breweries statewide (ranked 21st nationally)
🍺 $736 million in economic impact
🍺 Ranks 2nd in breweries per capita
🍺 Ranks 3rd in economic impact per capita
🍺 338,405 barrels produced

Behind these numbers are the independent breweries that create jobs, support local agriculture and Maine tourism, strengthen downtowns, and contribute to the unique character of communities across the Pine Tree State.

As breweries continue to navigate a changing economic landscape, one thing remains clear: locally made beer is an essential part of Maine's economy, culture, and identity. Thanks in no small part to the unyielding support of residents and visitors, Maine craft breweries continue to demonstrate the value of brewing local, drinking local, and supporting local business.

Explore state-by-state craft beer statistics, economic impact data, and production trends from the Brewers Association at brewersassociation.org.

📷 Flight Deck Brewing

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Hidden in plain sight along the Kennebec waterfront and neighboring the beautiful Gardiner Public Library, Bateau Brewery has quietly spent the last seven years becoming a destination for craft beer lovers seeking great beer, gorgeous riverside views, and laid back Maine hospitality.

Overlooking the river park from historic Water Street, Bateau Brewing keeps its tap list wide-ranging, pouring everything from Belgian-influenced wheat beers and crisp German lagers to juicy New England IPAs and beyond. Tucked into the 19th century mercantile buildings of Dingley Block, the brewery blends the timeless character of Maine’s old brick downtowns with a warm and welcoming atmosphere built for gathering, games, and sunny afternoons spent outside with tall frosty pints.

Visitors can enjoy Adirondack chairs overlooking the river, picnic tables in the beer garden and a rotating lineup of food trucks serving up comfortingly tasty pub fare throughout the season. Inside, Bateau has recently expanded its cozy taproom experience with a game room featuring vintage pinball and arcade games. Whether you’re stopping through the capital region or planning a weekend beer trail adventure, Bateau Brewing offers a thoughtful mix of scenery, community, approachable craft beer, and gluten-free seltzers in the heart of one of Maine’s best-kept small town gems.

05/28/2026

With summer beer season officially underway, it’s time to dust off the clubs— the Maine Brewers’ Guild annual GOLF SCRAMBLE returns this fall! ⛳️

After selling out last year, we’re announcing registration early for 2026 and encouraging teams to sign up ASAP before the field fills.

Join us October 8th at Brunswick Golf Club for a brewer takeover and a full day of sunshine, Maine-made craft beer, friendly competition, and questionable swings. From beginners to ringers, all breweries, brewery staff, Allied Members, and their guests are welcome to participate in 4-person teams.
To register to play, click the link in our bio. Attendance will be capped once a full field is reached.

FAQs:

• 10 AM shotgun start — scramble / best ball format
• Registration includes greens fee, cart + lunch
• Mini-games + raffle prizes
• Single golfers are welcome and will be placed into foursomes
• Questions? Email mailto:[email protected]

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05/26/2026

For the unofficial start of summer, there may not have been a better place to be than MayFest with Naiad Country Brewery at Barncastle. Between the incredible beer (including a new Goodfire Brewing Co. x Naiad spring pale ale and a guest appearance from Bangor Beer Co.), local artisans, great food, and the unmistakable energy of a Downeast Maine community shaking off winter, the whole event felt like a celebration of the season ahead.

And with summer only just beginning, the salt air, swaying pines, winding roads, and rocky shoreline of Downeast are calling. In this neck of the woods, there’s an exciting new chapter unfolding for Naiad, too: owner and brewer Spencer Janney recently announced the acquisition of Mainescape Garden Center in Blue Hill— a thoughtful expansion that will allow one of Maine’s most exciting young breweries to grow while staying rooted in the agricultural philosophy and sense of place that have made Naiad such a singular destination in Maine beer.

Whether you’re making your first trip up the coast this season or returning to one of your favorite corners of the state, make time for a stop at Naiad Country Brewery in Orland to catch up on expansion plans and to try some of the amazing ales and lagers that has both brewers and beer lovers alike heading north. 🍻

05/23/2026

Big doings today in Brunswick as Moderation Brewing officially opens the doors to their long-awaited new home today 🍻

Housed in Brunswick’s historic former Central Fire Station, Moderation Brewing’s new space is a long awaited brewery expansion— and a thoughtful reinvestment in people, history, and the idea of the “third place”, a gathering point that's not home, not work, but the space that bring us together. Since opening in 2018, founders Mattie Daughtry and Philip Welsh have built Moderation into a community hub for trivia nights, fundraisers, first dates, Pride celebrations, board meetings, improv practice, and countless everyday moments that make a community feel connected.

Now entering their next chapter, Moderation 2.0 preserves and reactivates one of Brunswick’s most recognizable historic buildings while creating room to grow both their brewing program and their community impact. The new taproom will feature 24 taps, a bigger 7 BBL brew house, the relaunch of their barrel-aging program, expanded indoor gathering space, and plans for a packed summer season including food trucks, live music, trivia on Tuesdays, a bocce court, and a Wednesday night farmers market. A community kitchen is also planned to open this fall, creating opportunities for chefs, food vendors, pop-ups, classes, and collaborations with surrounding businesses.

Outdoors, the new beer garden and park-like setting offer even more room to gather, connect, and enjoy downtown Brunswick. The project also preserves public parking while adding bike-friendly infrastructure and public space improvements designed to support the broader community.

Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for soft opening weekend, with expanded hours arriving in June, Moderation Brewing continues to embody the belief that breweries can be more than places to drink local beer made from local ingredients: they are essential social anchors for creativity, hospitality, and community life.

05/19/2026

Kick off the summer season with Portland Greendrinks and the Maine Brewers’ Guild at Live at Madrid's on Tuesday, June 9th!

Join members of Maine’s brewing community, sustainability advocates, and local supporters for an evening of networking, conversation, and craft beverages in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Portland Greendrinks is part of the international Greendrinks network— an informal, volunteer-managed social networking community built around a shared interest in the natural environment and sustainability.

If you haven't been to a Greendrinks event before, here is some important info to keep in mind:

• 21+ event — please bring your ID
• Bring your own reusable cup or drinking vessel
• Compostable cups available at the door for $5
• Please leave pups at home
• Babies welcome if they can be worn
• Refunds available until the day of the event

Scoop your tickets now via https://mainebrewersguild.org/event/greendrinksjune26/ or at portlandgreendrinks.com and join us in toasting to peak season with Allagash Brewing Company, Belleflower Brewing, Batson River Brewing & Distilling, Cushnoc Brewing Co., Maine Beer Company, Orono Brewing Company + Peak Organic Brewing!

05/14/2026

Last Friday, brewers and beer quality specialists from across Maine joined the Guild's Technical Committee in rolling up their sleeves at USM QC2 Lab for a glorious hands-on day of yeast health, cell counting, pitch rates, microscopy, and practical quality control techniques for the brewhouse!

We'd like to extend our sincere thanks to our host at QC2 Lab, our expert speakers from Baxter Brewing Co. + Mast Landing Brewing Company and our Technical Committee members from Sebago Brewing Company + Allagash Brewing Company for contributing to this rare opportunity for brewing professionals both new and experienced to join together, share notes, ask questions and dive deep into the better processes that make for better beer. 🍻

05/08/2026

A BIG thanks to our host Belleflower Brewing and our event sponsor Evergreen Credit Union for an awesome Quarterly Member Meet Up + Happy Hour this week!

Getting brewers and beer-industry collaborators together from all over the Pine Tree state for an evening of resource sharing, recipe swapping, story telling, camaraderie, and a few cold pints can be hard to do with the demands of peak season planning well underway, but we couldn't think of a better place or community for pre-summer kick off!