Discover Black-Owned Breweries to Support on National Beer Day
Have A Cold Brew At A Black-Owned Brewery For National Beer Day National Beer Day celebrates one of the world’s most popular beverages. This year, consider marking the occasion by supporting Black brewers. Across the country, from Atlanta to Los Ange...
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Have A Cold Brew At A Black-Owned Brewery For National Beer Day
National Beer Day celebrates one of the world’s most popular beverages. This year, consider marking the occasion by supporting Black brewers. Across the country, from Atlanta to Los Angeles, Black-owned breweries are expanding access, redefining culture, and reshaping the craft beer industry.
These brands are not only producing quality beer but also increasing representation and creating space in an industry where Black ownership has historically been limited.
Atlantucky Brewing (Atlanta)
Atlantucky Brewing was founded through a creative collaboration between Nappy Roots members Skinny DeVille and Fish Scales, along with brewer Brandon Garnett. Operating as a contract brewing brand while building out its own facilities, Atlantucky blends music, culture, and craft beer.
The brand participates in the national “Black Is Beautiful” initiative and regularly hosts cultural events, carving out a unique identity within the industry.
Beale Street Brewing Co. (Memphis)
Founded by Kelvin Kolheim, Beale Street Brewing Co. draws inspiration from Memphis’s deep musical roots. Each beer is designed to reflect elements of the city’s culture, pairing specific styles with musical storytelling.
From blues-inspired packaging to narrative-driven flavor profiles, the brewery creates an immersive experience that honors the legacy of Beale Street.
Black Beauty Brewery (Bowie, MD)
Black Beauty Brewery was established in 2020 by Sheldon and Brittany Goins after Sheldon lost his job during the COVID-19 pandemic. What began as a homebrewing hobby quickly evolved into the first Black-owned brewery in Bowie, Maryland.
Starting with small-scale production, the brand has since expanded its distribution across the state, demonstrating resilience and growth.
Black Horizon Brewing Company (Willowbrook, IL)
Founded by Charles St. Clair, Black Horizon Brewing Company is a small-batch brewery focused on community engagement. Located in the Chicago suburbs, the brewery combines taproom operations with partnerships that amplify the presence of Black brewers.
Its model emphasizes sustainability, collaboration, and local impact.
Brown Girls Brew (New York City)
Christina Thomas launched Brown Girls Brew in 2021 to create space for Black women in the craft beer industry. Rather than operating a traditional brewery, the brand focuses on pop-ups, partnerships, and community-driven experiences.
Its mission centers on building an inclusive culture in a space where Black women remain underrepresented.
Grown Folks (Los Angeles)
Grown Folks, founded by Danica Dias in 2024, is a Black- and woman-owned beverage brand that blends craft beer with ready-to-drink innovation. Developed during the pandemic, the brand reflects Dias’s Louisiana Creole heritage.
Products include Front Porch American light lager and soul food-inspired hard seltzers, offering a fresh take on traditional beer culture.
Kitsune Brewing Co. (Phoenix)
Tyler Smith founded Kitsune Brewing Co., a craft beer brand that incorporates global influences and storytelling into its identity. Drawing inspiration from Japanese culture, the brand reflects a broader trend of Black-owned breweries expanding beyond traditional frameworks.
Celebrate With Intention
This National Beer Day, supporting Black-owned breweries is an opportunity to celebrate craftsmanship, culture, and community. These brands are helping to shape the future of the industry while creating space for more diverse voices and stories.
