Brewery Profile

Boxing Bear Brewing Co. Firestone Taproom and Brewery

For visitors working through Albuquerque’s beer scene, the Firestone site is the Boxing Bear Brewing Company stop where brewery and taproom share the same address. A walk in centers on house beer rather than a long list of outside taps, with the range stretching from hop-forward ales to darker and lighter options. The taproom also serves food, so it can function as more than a quick tasting stop. Beers named in the brewery’s lineup include Headlock Hazy IPA, Uppercut IPA, Black & Blue Tart sour ale, Chocolate Milk Stout, Ambear Ale, and El Sombearo. That variety gives first-time visitors a useful snapshot of the brewery without requiring a deep knowledge of its full catalog.

Travelers in this region often look for beers that fit both warm afternoons and fuller evening meals, and this taproom covers several of those lanes. Headlock Hazy IPA is described with peach and nectarine flavors, while Uppercut IPA is a hop-forward ale with strong citrus notes and a 2015 NABA Bronze award. El Sombearo, a Mexican-style lager with a crisp finish, offers a lighter option. For something sharper, Black & Blue Tart sour ale adds acidity to the list. On the maltier side, Chocolate Milk Stout is a sweet stout recognized with multiple awards, including 2016 GABF® Gold. Ambear Ale, featuring East Kent Golding hops, rounds out the known lineup with a more traditional hop reference point.

Practical planning is straightforward: the Firestone taproom has food service, including items such as the Albuquerque Turkey and Cubano sandwiches, along with pizzas and appetizers. Packaged beers are available for takeout at all Boxing Bear locations, which makes it possible to bring beer back from the visit without relying only on draft pours. Because tap lists can change and details such as hours, events, and any special releases are not specified here, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours before ordering. Visitors who want a meal with their beer should check the current menu when they arrive, but the known food options make this a reasonable stop for lunch, dinner, or a longer break in an Albuquerque brewery itinerary.

Boxing Bear Brewing Company operates its brewery and taproom at the Firestone location in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The brewery offers a range of beer styles including the Headlock Hazy IPA, characterized by peach and nectarine flavors, and the Uppercut IPA, a hop-forward ale with strong citrus notes that has earned a 2015 NABA Bronze award. Other offerings include the Black & Blue Tart sour ale, Chocolate Milk Stout—a sweet stout recognized with multiple awards including 2016 GABF® Gold—and the Ambear Ale featuring East Kent Golding hops. The brewery also produces El Sombearo, a Mexican-style lager with a crisp finish. Food service at the Firestone taproom includes menu items such as the Albuquerque Turkey and Cubano sandwiches, as well as pizzas and appetizers. Packaged beers are available for takeout at all Boxing Bear locations.

Website available

8420 Firestone Ln NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, USA, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87113

Phone: (505) 503-6341

Website: http://boxingbearbrewing.com/

Hours: ["Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM"]

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Boxing Bear Brewing Co. Firestone Taproom and Brewery.

Beer Styles at Boxing Bear Brewing Co. Firestone Taproom and Brewery

Boxing Bear Brewing Co. Firestone Taproom and Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes HAZY IPA, INDIA PALE ALE, SOUR ALE, SWEET STOUT, AMBER, and MEXICAN LAGER. 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.

  • Friday Night Live Music

    Oct 23, 2026

    Every Friday night you can enjoy live music at our Firestone Taproom as local bands fill the taproom with their music from 6-9pm. Upcoming bands include Hello Darlin' on 2/20, Dos…

  • Live Music: Hello Darlin’

    Oct 23, 2026

    Enjoy live music from local band Hello Darlin’ at the Firestone Taproom.

  • Books, Brews & Boos

    Oct 24, 2026

    Bookworks ABQ will be hosting a 'Books, Brews & Boos' event at the Bridges on Tramway Taproom. Relive your favorite part of going to school, the BOOK FAIR, with a selection of spo…

  • Pints & Poses

    Oct 25, 2026

    Join Boxing Bear for a tranquil Sunday reset as we introduce Pints & Poses with Vanessa Koller. Enjoy yoga in the taproom with $1 off pints every Sunday. The session is $10, with…

  • ABQ Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament

    Oct 28, 2026

    Join ABQ Belles & Chimes for their monthly women, femme & non-binary player tournament at the Bridges on Tramway Taproom! Registration at 11:30am, play at 1pm, $5 entry fee plus c…

  • Live Music: RJ Perez

    Oct 30, 2026

    Enjoy live music from local artist RJ Perez at the Firestone Taproom.

  • Sip & Succulent

    Nov 1, 2026

    Monthly event at Firestone Taproom for creating succulent arrangements while enjoying craft beer, date in May TBD from 6-8pm. $25 includes first pint and supplies.

  • Bear Bingo at Bridges on Tramway Taproom

    Nov 2, 2026

    Boxing Bears take on bar bingo! Win prizes, enjoy some beer and have fun at this twice monthly, FREE Monday night event! Must be 21+ to play and win.

  • Bear Bingo

    Nov 9, 2026

    Boxing Bears take on bar bingo! Win prizes, enjoy some beer and have fun at this FREE Monday night event! Must be 21+ to play and win.

  • Bear Bingo at Firestone Taproom

    Nov 16, 2026

    Boxing Bears take on bar bingo! Win prizes, enjoy some beer and have fun at this twice monthly, FREE Monday night event! Must be 21+ to play and win.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Boxing Bear Brewing Co. Firestone Taproom and Brewery located?
Boxing Bear Brewing Co. Firestone Taproom and Brewery is located at 8420 Firestone Ln NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, USA, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87113. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Boxing Bear Brewing Co. Firestone Taproom and Brewery's hours?
Current hours are: ["Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM","Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM"]. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Boxing Bear Brewing Co. Firestone Taproom and Brewery?
Visit http://boxingbearbrewing.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.