Brewery Profile
Backswing Brewing Co.
A visitor arriving at this Lincoln production facility and taproom should expect a local brewery built around everyday access rather than spectacle. The taproom is moderate in size, with outdoor seating areas that extend the gathering space when weather allows. Within the city’s beer scene, Backswing Brewing Co. fits as a place where the brewing operation and public service area are tied closely together, giving visitors a direct sense of where the beer is made and served. Its role is also community-facing: the brewery works with local organizations and uses the space for community events, so the room may feel different depending on the day. For someone exploring Lincoln through its breweries, it offers a straightforward stop centered on local consumption.
Travelers in this part of Nebraska often look for taprooms where they can try regional beer without needing to chase rare releases or heavily specialized menus. Backswing’s stated focus on accessible craft beer styles puts it in that lane. The rotating selection includes IPAs, lagers, and stouts, which gives visitors familiar categories to work from while still leaving room for variation from visit to visit. Because its distribution is limited mainly to the immediate Lincoln area, stopping at the taproom is one of the more direct ways to see what the brewery is currently producing. The experience is likely to suit visitors who want a low-friction brewery visit: order what is pouring, sit inside or outside, and get a sense of a Lincoln-focused operation.
Practical planning should begin with the taproom itself, since the day’s pours rotate and specific availability is not fixed in the known information. The taproom is the place to confirm which IPAs, lagers, stouts, or other beers are on at the time of a visit. Outdoor seating is part of the facility, but conditions and availability may depend on weather and event use. Because the brewery regularly collaborates with local organizations and hosts community events, checking ahead can help visitors understand whether the space will be quiet, busy, or arranged for a specific gathering. Details such as food service, reservations, age policies, pets, parking, and hours are not established here, so those are best verified directly before going.
Backswing Brewing Co. operates a production facility and taproom in Lincoln, Nebraska. Established to foster community engagement, the brewery focuses on accessible craft beer styles for local consumption. The facility features a moderate-sized taproom and outdoor seating areas designed for gathering. Backswing maintains a rotating selection of IPAs, lagers, and stouts, with limited distribution primarily within the immediate Lincoln area. The brewing team regularly collaborates with local organizations, utilizing the space for community events.
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500 W South St #8, Lincoln, NE 68522, USA, Lincoln, Nebraska, 68522
Phone: (402)-413-5576
Website: http://backswingbrewing.com/
Hours: Omaha Taproom: Sun: 11:00p to 8:00p, Mon: 4:00p to 9:00p, Tues, Wed, Thurs: 4:00p to 10:00p, Fri: 3:00p to 11:00p, Sat: 11:00p to 11:00p. Lincoln Taproom: Sun: 2:00p to 8:00p, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 4:00p to 10:00p, Sat: 12:00p to 10:00p
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Backswing Brewing Co..
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CITRA KOLSCH
Kolsch
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BACKSPIN
Ale
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WHEAT
Wheat Ale
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BROWN
Brown Ale
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OATMEAL STOUT
Stout
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OVER PAR IPA
IPA
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SCOTTISH ALE
Scottish Ale
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IPA
IPA
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BUGEATER “GOALDEN” ALE
Golden Ale
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RED ALE
Red Ale
Beer Styles at Backswing Brewing Co.
Backswing Brewing Co. brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Kolsch, Ale, Wheat Ale, Brown Ale, Stout, IPA, Scottish Ale, Golden Ale, and Red Ale. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.
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The MLB is back!
Oct 10, 2026
Come watch every big MLB game with us this season! Enjoy the camaraderie and excitement of live baseball at Backswing Brewing Co.
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The Masters
Oct 10, 2026
Come watch The Masters golf tournament with us! Join fellow golf fans for great drinks and a friendly atmosphere during this major sporting event.
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Music Bingo Wednesdays
Oct 13, 2026
Music bingo takes place at Backswing Brewing Co. (Backswing Brewing Lincoln Taproom). Players listen to short song clips and mark the corresponding spaces on their cards. Particip…
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Backswing Brewing Co. located?
- Backswing Brewing Co. is located at 500 W South St #8, Lincoln, NE 68522, USA, Lincoln, Nebraska, 68522. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Backswing Brewing Co.'s hours?
- Current hours are: Omaha Taproom: Sun: 11:00p to 8:00p, Mon: 4:00p to 9:00p, Tues, Wed, Thurs: 4:00p to 10:00p, Fri: 3:00p to 11:00p, Sat: 11:00p to 11:00p. Lincoln Taproom: Sun: 2:00p to 8:00p, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 4:00p to 10:00p, Sat: 12:00p to 10:00p. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
- How can I learn more about Backswing Brewing Co.?
- Visit http://backswingbrewing.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.