Craft Brewing Capital
Welcome to Atlantic Canada’s Craft Brewing Capital!
Fredericton ranks amongst the most taprooms per capita in Canada, with one taproom per 5,400 people – and counting! The 26 craft alcohol producers in the Capital Region, ranging from new startups to award-winning breweries, all have their own unique spin on traditional style ales and inventive brews; you could say that there is a taste for everyone in the Capital City. With both quantity and quality in our favor, we are certain that Fredericton is brewing the best times in the East.
The Fredericton Taproom Trail
Sip your way through the Capital City with the #FredTapTrail, the first of its kind in New Brunswick! We all know the best way to get know a new set of brews is by visiting the taproom, we also know that each of our local establishments offer an atmosphere as unique as the flavours they are pouring – why not tap into the opportunity to get to know some of the finest in the city?
The #FredTapTrail is a passport-style map that allows craft beer and craft cider fans to choose their own taproom adventure. Every time you grab a pint or flight at one of the taprooms listed on the map, you will receive a stamp, enabling you to collect exclusive #FredTapTrail swag. Crafty connoisseurs who collect a stamp from all 11 participating taprooms with be entered into the grand prize draw!
Taprooms are the obvious place to start if you want to experience the full scope of what a specific brewery has to offer, but we also suggest checking out the local pubs for brews and bites. A great place to start is The Joyce Pub, with 36 taps ready to pour maritime craft brews, they are the only Fredericton pub that has dedicated ALL their taps to NB brews. Receive 10% off your food bill by showing your #FredTapTrail map to your server!
Local Fredericton Taprooms: A Beginner’s Guide
Join BBC Travel Show host and adventure travel Youtuber, Mike Corey of Fearless & Far as he takes you on a crash course in Fredericton brewing for the uninitiated! In this video Mike covers his favorite craft brews in the Capital City; join him on this #FredTapTrail adventure and don’t forget to let us know which local brews are YOUR favorite! Click here to join Mike Corey as he explores MORE of his favorite things to eat, see and do in Fredericton!
Stay, Play & Cheers
With over 20 curated getaways now available from local accommodations, of course we remembered to include local brews in the mix. Our Stay & Play Packages feature five experiences with crafty lovers in mind! The Crowne Plaza’s Craft-cation and Flight packages both include a credit to the on-site Joyce Pub; Hampton Inn & Suites Sip Slide and Sleep was designed the entire family in mind, as parents can enjoy a Grimross Growler fill giftcard; the Brewery Hop Package with Carriage House B&B offers a downtown voucher that can be used at one of Fredericton’s popular breweries, all within a 10 minute walk; finally, Kefi Travel’s package includes the “Gears & Beers” self-guided brewery bike tour.
Featured Experiences
Second Nature Outdoors is the place to go for outdoor enthusiasts with a love for craft brews. On Thursday evenings, you can join an experienced guide for a one-hour stand up paddleboard tour on the beautiful Wolastoq River with their Paddle & Pint tour. You can head over to Graystone Brewing to enjoy a refreshing craft beer (drink specials included!) post-river. The Gears and Beers tour is for those who want to take advantage of Fredericton’s magnificent trail system and craft brewery scene on this self-guided bike tour through the city. Pro Tip: you can collect #FredTapTrail stamps on this bike and bevvy tour.
Pour It On! Hit the Trails!
One of the best ways to explore Fredericton is by bringing or renting a bike, to peddle the more than 120 kms of scenic trails spanning the entire city. Many of our cultural and historic highlights of the city are accessible via our extensive trail system with the added bonus of some of the best local craft breweries being located along the way!
The Craft Brewing Capital’s Summer Brews Guide
It’s been an especially warm summer season thus far, the sun has been shining most weekends and local breweries are here to bring you refreshing bevvy’s made for the weather – think: fresh, crisp, CITRUS, fruity notes featuring local ingredients like apples, blueberries and rhubarb; all taking thirst quenching to the next level. Check out this blog for a guide on seasonal brews in Fredericton and stay tuned for our upcoming Fall Brews highlight!
Breweries and Bites
With one of the highest numbers of craft beer producers per capita, Fredericton boasts having one of the best craft beer selections on the East Coast. To help with your planning, we’ve compiled a shortlist of local tasting rooms you should make sure to check out next time you’re craving a brew and a bite!
Craft your own adventure!
