Brewery Profile
Boxing Bear Brewing Company
In Albuquerque’s craft beer scene, this brewery is a recognizable anchor rather than a hidden stop. A visitor heading to the Firestone Taproom & Brewery should expect the main hub of the operation: the place where brewing activity and taproom service come together. The draw is a full lineup of taps, with the brewery’s stated focus on high-quality, inventive beers shaping the experience. The room is suited to both quick visits and longer stays, since guests can stop in for a pint, look over packaged beer to take away, or settle in with food from the on-site Bear Kitchen. The atmosphere is best understood as a working brewery taproom with a food component, not just a bar pouring someone else’s beer.
Travelers exploring beer in New Mexico often look for places that connect them to the local brewing culture without requiring a formal tour or a complicated plan. Boxing Bear fits that kind of itinerary because the Firestone location gives visitors a straightforward way to sample what the brewery is pouring that day. The known emphasis is on a varied tap lineup rather than one single flagship experience, so it works well for groups with different tastes. The food also helps make the stop more flexible. Bear Kitchen serves comfort-leaning options such as the Albuquerque Turkey sandwich, along with fresh pizzas and appetizers, giving visitors a way to make the taproom part of lunch, dinner, or an extended afternoon break.
For planning purposes, the Firestone Taproom & Brewery is the key place to confirm the day’s pours, food availability, and packaged beer options. The tap list may change, so visitors who care about a particular style should check directly with the taproom rather than assume a specific beer will be available. Known amenities include the full tap lineup, packaged beer sales, and the Bear Kitchen menu, including sandwiches, pizzas, and appetizers. Details such as hours, seating policies, events, reservations, and whether tours are offered are not included here, so they are best verified before going. For a visitor who wants one Albuquerque stop that combines local draft beer, brewery-made atmosphere, and food on site, this is a practical and representative choice.
Boxing Bear Brewing Company anchors the Albuquerque craft scene with a commitment to high-quality, inventive brews. Their main hub, the Firestone Taproom & Brewery, is where the magic happens, offering a full lineup of taps complemented by the "Bear Kitchen"—a spot serving up delicious nostalgia like the Albuquerque Turkey sandwich alongside fresh pizzas and appetizers. Whether you're grabbing packaged beer or settling in for a pint, Boxing Bear delivers a true taste of New Mexico brewing excellence.
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10200 Corrales Rd NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87114-9268
Phone: 5058972327
Website: http://www.boxingbearbrewing.com
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Boxing Bear Brewing Company.
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Headlock Hazy IPA
HAZY IPA
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Uppercut IPA
INDIA PALE ALE
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Black & Blue Tart
SOUR ALE
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Chocolate Milk Stout
SWEET STOUT
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Ambear Ale
AMBER
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El Sombearo Mexican Lager
MEXICAN LAGER
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Headlock Hazy IPA
HAZY IPA
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Uppercut IPA
INDIA PALE ALE
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Black & Blue Tart
SOUR ALE
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Chocolate Milk Stout
SWEET STOUT
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Ambear Ale
AMBER
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El Sombearo Mexican Lager
MEXICAN LAGER
Beer Styles at Boxing Bear Brewing Company
Boxing Bear Brewing Company 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.
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Pints & Poses
Sep 12, 2026
Join Boxing Bear for a tranquil Sunday reset with Pints & Poses yoga sessions led by Vanessa Koller in the Firestone Taproom. Enjoy $1 off pints every Sunday starting early at 10a…
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Firestone Taproom & Brewery Hours
Sep 12, 2026
The taproom is open daily from 11am to 10pm. It is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
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Bear Bingo
Sep 16, 2026
Boxing Bears take on bar bingo! Win prizes and enjoy beer at this twice monthly, free Monday night event for 21+. The next Firestone Taproom Bear Bingo is on March 16 from 7-9pm.
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Friday Night Live Music
Sep 17, 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 performances include Hello Darlin’ on 2/…
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Lamy Beer Fest
Sep 19, 2026
Join us in Lamy, New Mexico on September 19th to celebrate our third annual beerfest! Sky Railway has teamed up with our favorite breweries from around New Mexico to host this spe…
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Bear Bingo
Sep 21, 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.
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Bear Bingo at Bridges on Tramway
Sep 21, 2026
Bar bingo night with prizes and beer at Bridges on Tramway Taproom. Must be 21+ to play and win.
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ABQ Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Sep 23, 2026
Join ABQ Belles & Chimes for their monthly women, femme & non-binary player tournament at the Bridges on Tramway Taproom! Registration is at 11:30am with play time at 1pm. $5 entr…
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Three Strikes Pinball Tournament
Sep 26, 2026
Pinball tournament presented by Green Chile and Roadrunner Pinball at Bridges on Tramway Taproom. Registration at 12pm, play starts at 1pm. $5 entry plus coin drop.
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ABQ Belles & Chimes Pinball Tournament
Sep 28, 2026
Join ABQ Belles & Chimes for their monthly women, femme & non-binary player pinball tournament at the Bridges on Tramway Taproom. Registration begins at 11:30am with play starting…
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Boxing Bear Brewing Company located?
- Boxing Bear Brewing Company is located at 10200 Corrales Rd NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87114-9268. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Boxing Bear Brewing Company's hours?
- Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 5058972327 to confirm before visiting.
- How can I learn more about Boxing Bear Brewing Company?
- Visit http://www.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.