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Published 4/1/2026 A number of Central Texas breweries made significant announcements today. Here is a roundup of what you need to know. Real Ale Brewing Rebrands with New Logo Real Ale Brewing announced today that in honor of their 30th anniversary, they are rebranding with a more youthful logo. See Instagram post below for the image. View this post on Instagram (512) Brewing Company Changes Name to (737) Brewing Company In additional rebranding news, (512) […]
Hop-Water Only Brewery “Clear Current Brewing Co.” to Open in South Austin Austin, TX – Clear Current Brewing Co. has announced they are planning to open a taproom in the new mixed-use development at the intersection of South Congress and Industrial Blvd. The brewery will focus solely on non-alcoholic hop-waters, a niche segment of the beverage industry showing recent growth by appealing to health-conscious consumers. “We’ve seen the trend of better-for-you (BFY) beverages on the […]
Celebrate Pierre’s Birthday at Celis Brewery This Weekend Celis Brewery is located at 10001 Metric Blvd, Austin, TX Every year, the brewery celebrates founder and Belgian brewing legend Pierre Celis, who is credited with bringing the Belgian-style witbier to Austin. This year marks what would have been his 101st birthday, and the team is celebrating in style with special beer releases and live music. Making the celebration even more special, Christine Celis, Pierre’s daughter and […]
Hold Out Brewing Expands to the Domain with Acquisition of Turnstile Bar & Restaurant The team behind Wright Bros. Brew & Brew, Hold Out Brewing and Better Half Coffee & Cocktails is bringing their proven hospitality formula to north Austin with the acquisition of Turnstile Bar and Restaurant located at 10025 Burnet Road. For Turnstile, a go-to destination for craft beer lovers and Austin FC supporters over the past six years, this is […]
What Degree Do You Need To Be a Brewer? Austin has over 80 craft breweries. The Texas craft brewing industry supports more than 30,000 full-time jobs. And if you’re a college student wondering whether there’s a real career path in beer – there is, and you don’t need to abandon your current major to get there. The short answer: brewing doesn’t require one specific degree. But education matters more than ever as the industry […]
Why modern craft beer enthusiasts choose Pinco for an evening of relaxation The culture of beverage consumption has traveled a long path over the last ten years, moving from simple bar hangouts to a deep immersion in aesthetics and technology. Today, an evening for the average resident of Austin or any other major city is rarely limited to a simple tasting. We look for ways to switch off the brain after complex tasks, and this […]
A Comprehensive List of Brewery Openings and Closures Updated 3/23/2026 This is a complete list of all brewery openings and closures since 2020. We also maintain a table of all Central Texas breweries that you can view any time here (or from the navigation bar above, under “Beer Guides”), which can be filtered by region. Openings 2026 Open Now Nothing yet! 2026 (Pending) Beer Ranch Project (Wimberley) Ranchos Brewery + Kitchen (Round Mountain) Crest Brewing […]
Update on Independence Brewing Co. Taproom Closure Over the past several weeks, rumors have been circulating about the possible closure of Independence Brewing Co. Our team has reached out to owner Amy Cartwright for comment and will update here as we receive more concrete information. In recent months, patrons noticed the brewery’s taproom hours gradually shrinking from several days a week down to just Thursdays. During that period, there have been multiple reports of staff […]
Bear King Brewery Closes Permanently As first reported by the DailyTrib, Bear King Brewery in Marble Falls, Texas has announced it will permanently close. According to a March 3 release, the brewery’s final day of operation will be Saturday, March 7. Founded in the Summer of 2018, the family-owned brewery set out to create a community-focused gathering place that honored both their family roots and the traditions of Marble Falls. Over the past seven years, […]
Craft Beer & Cask Ale Fans Rejoice: The Central Texas Pinvitational is returning for 2026! A celebration of Cask-Conditioned Ales & Lagers from across the great state of Texas and beyond. Better Half Coffee & Cocktails / Hold Out Brewing March 7th, 2026 2:00pm Tickets on sale NOW! Hold Out Brewing, Acopon Brewing, and Dutchess Ales are proud to present the Third Annual Central Texas Pinvitational, a celebration of the glory that is Cask-Conditioned Beer. […]
Crosby Hops and Roy Farms Collaborate with Texas Breweries to Test Experimental Hops Published 2/25/26 As part of the Texas Craft Brewers’ Conference held this past weekend, Crosby Hops (Woodburn, Oregon) and Roy Farms (Moxee, WA) teamed up to provide breweries early access to a number of experimental hop varieties that are currently in R&D. Breweries nationwide, including a number in Texas, were able to produce small batch beers showcasing these hops, giving both industry […]
The 2026 Texas Craft Brewers Cup in Pictures Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to all of the participants, volunteers, judges, presenters and to the Guild for another fantastic event.