Lost Cabin Beer Company, Rapid City
Breweries of Western South Dakota
Home to the Black Hills and the Badlands, Western South Dakota also boasts an impressive collection of breweries, each crafting distinctive beers across every style, from hazy IPAs and golden pilsners to rich, dark stouts and sour ales. Sip and sample your way through them all to discover your favorite pint picks.
Lost Cabin Beer Company, Rapid City
Lost Cabin Beer Company
Rapid City
Lost Cabin Beer Company owners Jesse and Tom admit that they’re obsessed with the Black Hills. That passion comes through in beers like Dakota Common, an easy-drinking lager made with South Dakota hops, and Lord Grizzly Scotch Ale. Lost Cabin is one of the top-rated breweries in the state. There's only one delicious way to test those reviews.
Crow Peak Brewing Co., Spearfish
Crow Peak Brewing Co.
Spearfish
You can find their beer in stores all across the state, but there’s nothing quite like the experience of sitting down in the rustic taproom of one of South Dakota’s premier breweries. Since 2007, Crow Peak Brewing Co. has consistently been a must-drink for beer lovers in and out of state. Have a fresh glass of one of the favorites or check out one of the small-batch beers available only in the tap room. Ratebeer named their Pile-O-Dirt Porter as the Top Beer in the state in 2016. Beer lovers across the state (and beyond) do not disagree.
Woodland Republic Brewing & Blending, Rapid City
Woodland Republic Brewing & Blending
Rapid City
Do you believe in the power of sour? The owner of Woodland Republic Brewing and Blending does. Borrowing from the Belgian tradition of spontaneously fermented beer, this Rapid City brewery makes beer for those that enjoy their beer sour and/or fruity. Delight in the flavor explosions, including the annual and beloved POG (Pomegranate Orange Guava).
Firehouse Brewing Company, Rapid City
Firehouse Brewing Company
Rapid City
Known as the state’s oldest operating brewery, Firehouse Brewing Company serves delicious beer and food in the city’s original firehouse. On the right days, you can hit the patio for a drink in the sun during the day and live music at night. If the weather isn’t cooperating, there’s plenty of room inside and lots of Rapid City history & beer to experience.
Cohort Craft Brewery, Rapid City
Cohort Craft Brewery
Rapid City
On the south side of Rapid City, check out the latest creations at Cohort Craft Brewery. In addition to tasty takes on classic styles, Cohort makes and serves their own mead, a gluten-free beverage made from Three Queens Honey produced just 20 miles away in New Underwood.
Hairy Cow Brewing Company, Box Elder
Hairy Cow Brewing Company
Box Elder (near Rapid City)
Just minutes from Rapid City and Ellsworth Air Force Base, Hairy Cow Brewing Company is a vibrant South Dakota brewery and brewpub that’s quickly become a favorite for locals, military visitors and craft beer lovers exploring the Black Hills region. This welcoming taproom serves an ever-changing lineup of handcrafted beers brewed with passion — from juicy IPAs and crisp lagers to bold porters and refreshing sours — alongside a menu of wood-fired pizzas, artisan burgers, shareable appetizers and seasonal pub fare that goes great with every pint. Relax inside by the fireplace in winter or enjoy sunshine and games on the outdoor patio in summer. With craft beer on tap, specialty cocktails, locally roasted coffee and a friendly, community-oriented atmosphere, Hairy Cow Brewing Company delivers a true taste of South Dakota hospitality just off Ellsworth Road in Box Elder.
Zymurcracy Beer Company, Rapid City
Zymurcracy Beer Company
Rapid City
Zymurcracy [ZĪˌmər-krə-sē], noun: A community of individuals dedicated to the principles and art of fermentation science. Now that you know how to pronounce it, it's time order up a pint at Zymurcracy Beer Company in southern Rapid City. The veteran-owned beer company is based on fermentation and connection. Those things are easy, thanks to superior beer and a comfortable tap room.
Dakota Shivers Brewing, Lead
Dakota Shivers Brewing
Lead
In the heart of what was once mining country sits Dakota Shivers Brewing, a perfect escape from the busy world. Being located in Lead – a town of less than 4,000 people – means a slower pace of life and absolutely delicious beer.
Hay Camp Brewing Company, Rapid City
Hay Camp Brewing Company
Rapid City
The almost-immediate popularity of Hay Camp Brewing Company’s beer meant the entire business had to relocate to a bigger space in Rapid City in 2017. There may be more seats, but the beer is still small-batch and just as delicious as ever.
Sturgis Brewing Company, Sturgis
Sturgis Brewing Company
Sturgis
The beer, the outdoor stage, the massive seating areas — The Knuckle Brewing Company grew in popularity so much that they had to build Sturgis Brewing Company, an 18,000-square-foot building with even more seating, beer and fun. Whether you're in town for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally or taking in western South Dakota during one of the state's amazing seasons, a Sturgis Brewing Company brew is waiting for you.
Sick-N-Twisted Brewing Co., Hill City
Sick-N-Twisted Brewing Co.
Hill City
Located just a stone’s throw from Miner Brewing in Hill City is Sick-N-Twisted Brewing Co. These beers may have naughty names, but they’re oh-so-nice to taste.
Jacobs Brewhouse, Deadwood
Jacobs Brewhouse
Deadwood
Deadwood's history as a Wild West community certainly came with liquid encouragement, but only now has a brewery opened in this historic town. At Jacobs Brewhouse, you can not only get a fresh pint — there's also food that earns consistently rave reviews as well as groceries and an atmosphere that will ensure your time is comfortable.
Sawyer Brewing Co., Spearfish
Sawyer Brewing Co.
Spearfish
The descendants of generations of loggers, the brewers at Sawyer Brewing Co. honor the hard work of their ancestors by making sure every beer served is just right. One of the latest breweries to open up in the beautiful Black Hills community of Spearfish, this is the ideal place to kick back and enjoy a pint of something perfect.
Spearfish Brewing Company, Spearfish
Spearfish Brewing Company
Spearfish
After 13 years in the Wyoming brewing industry, Nathan Venner returned to his native South Dakota with one goal: make great beer. That’s exactly what he’s doing at Spearfish Brewing Company. In addition to award-winning brews, patrons can also enjoy both in-house sparkling water and kombucha on tap plus nosh from a rotating food menu.
Mt. Rushmore Brewing Company, Custer
Mt. Rushmore Brewing Company
Custer
Not many places in the world are as surrounded by beauty as Custer, so it should be no surprise that Mt. Rushmore Brewing Company offers hand-crafted seasonal ales, porters, and stouts that taste just as great as the surrounding scenery looks.
Dakota Point Brewing, Rapid City
Dakota Point Brewing
Rapid City
Known to regulars as "The Point," Dakota Point Brewing in Rapid City uses an all-grain process to brew beers created by the staff themselves. Stop in for the latest creation or, in other words, get to The Point!
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