Brewery Profile

Border Brewing Company

In Kansas City’s active craft beer landscape, a visit to this small-batch brewery is mainly about seeing what is pouring that day. The tap list is built around rotation, freshness, and variety rather than a fixed lineup, so the taproom gives visitors the broadest view of what the brewery is making at any given time. Core offerings are described around balance and personality, with room for both familiar, highly drinkable beers and more experimental releases. Head Brewer Eric M. oversees production on a small scale, which supports frequent changes in ingredients, recipes, and seasonal direction. For a visitor walking in, the appeal is less about a single signature experience and more about sampling the current range.

Travelers exploring beer in the Kansas City region often look for a mix of hop-forward ales, crisp lagers, and local taproom-only pours that may not be widely available elsewhere. Border Brewing Company fits that kind of stop because its production model favors limited batches and a rotating selection. Its noted IPAs are part of the draw, but the brewery also gives attention to traditional lagers and styles that emphasize drinkability. That range can make it useful for groups with different tastes: one person may want something experimental, while another may prefer a cleaner, more familiar beer. The small-batch approach also means repeat visits may not look the same.

Most of the brewery’s beer is served through its own taproom, with only limited local distribution in the Kansas City metropolitan area. For visitors, that makes the taproom the best place to confirm the day’s pours, including any seasonal beers, flagship selections, and current IPA offerings. Specific amenities, food options, hours, and event schedules should be checked directly with the brewery before planning a trip, since those details are not part of the available profile. Anyone hoping to try the full range should treat the taproom as the primary destination rather than relying on finding the beer elsewhere in the city.

Border Brewing Company operates as a small-batch operation in Kansas City, Missouri, focusing on variety and freshness in its rotating tap list. The brewery emphasizes balance and personality across its core offerings, which frequently include both experimental styles and traditional, highly drinkable lagers. Head Brewer Eric M. oversees the production, prioritizing small-scale production to maintain quality and allow for continuous exploration of new ingredients and recipes. Border distributes limited quantities locally within the Kansas City metropolitan area, primarily serving its own taproom where the full range of seasonal and flagship beers, such as their noted IPAs, are available.

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406 E 18th St, Kansas City, Missouri, 64108

Phone: 8163156807

Website: http://www.borderbrewco.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Border Brewing Company.

Beer Styles at Border Brewing Company

Border Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Ale, Kölsch, IPA, Blonde Ale, Red Lager, coffee cream ale, and Non-Alcoholic Amber. 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.

  • TRIVIA WEDNESDAYS @ Border

    Oct 14, 2026

    Join us every Wednesday for a unique trivia experience. We do trivia a bit differently here, and we know you'll love it! There is a $5 cover charge.

  • Trivia Night

    Oct 14, 2026

    Join us every Wednesday for Jeopardy-style trivia — a unique spin on game night with category boards, escalating point values, and Final Jeopardy-style wagering. This isn’t your a…

  • Border Brew Test Batch Thursdays

    Oct 15, 2026

    Every Thursday, from 4-9 pm, we experiment and test out a small, new brew. Come and be among the first to try our latest creations.

  • Service Industry Night

    Oct 19, 2026

    All service industry members receive 50% off their tab. This is a weekly event for those working in the service industry.

  • Industry Night (Monday)

    Oct 19, 2026

    If you work in service or first response, enjoy 50% off on Mondays. This offer is available during our regular Monday operating hours.

  • Industry Night (Tuesday)

    Oct 20, 2026

    If you work in service or first response, enjoy 50% off on Tuesdays. This offer is available during our regular Tuesday operating hours.

  • Weekly Trivia Night at Border Brewing

    Oct 20, 2026

    Join us every Wednesday for Jeopardy-style trivia — a unique spin on game night with category boards, escalating point values, and Final Jeopardy-style wagering. This isn’t your a…

  • 🍻 First Fridays with Brit Boy Street Food 🇬🇧

    Nov 5, 2026

    Join us every First Friday at Border Brewing Company for a delicious British-inspired pop-up with Brit Boy Street Food. Enjoy handcrafted British comfort food, including savory me…

  • Holiday & Christmas Parties

    Dec 1, 2026

    Border Brewing Company is booking holiday and Christmas parties throughout December. They offer reserved tables for small groups or the entire space for larger parties, with bar p…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Border Brewing Company located?
Border Brewing Company is located at 406 E 18th St, Kansas City, Missouri, 64108. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Border Brewing Company's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 8163156807 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Border Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.borderbrewco.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.