Brewery Profile
Brewery ARS
In Philadelphia’s broad craft beer landscape, this is a brewery profile built less around spectacle and more around production and packaged beer. Brewery ARS was founded in Philadelphia and operates primarily as a production facility, with cans and growler fills forming a central part of the visitor experience. A person stopping in should expect the focus to be on the beer itself: what is available that day, how it is described, and what can be taken home. The brewery’s materials are known for giving more detail than a simple style label, including named hop varietals and tasting notes that help customers understand what they are buying before they commit to a can or fill.
Travelers moving through Philadelphia often look for breweries that reflect the range of the region’s beer culture, from hop-forward ales to darker or more traditional styles. Brewery ARS fits that kind of itinerary through its diverse portfolio rather than through a single signature format. The appeal for a visitor is in comparing styles, reading how each beer is presented, and using those descriptions to choose a pour or package that matches their preferences. Its Wayne’s Pale Ale series also gives the visit a community-minded dimension: a portion of sales from that series is consistently directed toward Parkinson’s Disease research. That detail is worth noting because it connects a specific product line to an ongoing cause without changing the brewery’s practical, beer-centered identity.
Because public-facing amenities beyond packaged sales and growler fills are not specified, visitors should treat current availability as something to verify before making a dedicated trip. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, can options, growler-fill availability, and any limits on what can be purchased for off-site consumption. Travelers who like to plan around food, seating, events, or large groups should check directly with the brewery, since those details are not part of the known profile. For a straightforward stop, the most reliable expectation is a production-oriented Philadelphia brewery where the decision-making happens at the board, the cooler, or the fill station, guided by detailed beer descriptions rather than a broad list of advertised amenities.
Founded in Philadelphia, Brewery ARS operates primarily as a production facility, focusing on the sale of packaged beer through cans and growler fills. The brewery maintains a diverse portfolio of styles, offering detailed descriptions that outline specific hop varietals and comprehensive tasting notes for consumers. A notable component of their operation involves community engagement through specific product lines; for example, a portion of the sales generated by the Wayne's Pale Ale series is consistently dedicated to supporting Parkinson's Disease research.
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1927-29 W Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19145-3620
Phone: 2159605173
Website: https://www.breweryars.com/
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Brewery ARS.
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Double Dry Hopped Wayne's Pale Ale 4 pk
Hazy Pale Ale
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Sir Wayne's English-style Pub Ale 4 pk
English-style Pub Ale
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Wayne's Pale Ale 4 pk
Hazy Pale Ale
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Frooty Wayne's Fruited Sour IPA 4 pk
Fruited Sour IPA
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Nouveau Fresh West Coast IPA 4 pk
Modern West Coast IPA
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Slightly Confusing Classic Cream Ale 4 pk
Cream Ale
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Big Phang West Coast Pale Ale 4 pk
West Coast Pale Ale
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Ashland Robust Porter with Blind Tiger Coffee 4 pk
Robust Porter
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South Philly Special Hazy IPA 4 pk
Hazy IPA
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Motueka Hop Water 4 pk
Hop Water (Non-alcoholic)
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Wayne's Pale Ale Growler Fill (Growler Not Included)
Hazy Pale Ale
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Sir Wayne's English-style Pub Ale Fill (Growler Not Included)
English-style Pub Ale
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Double Dry Hopped Wayne's Pale Ale (Growler Not Included)
Hazy Pale Ale
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Frooty Wayne's Fruited Sour IPA Growler Fill (Growler Not Included)
Fruited Sour IPA
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Big Phang West Coast Pale Ale Growler Fill (Growler Not Included)
West Coast Pale Ale
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Ashland Robust Porter w/ Blind Tiger Coffee Growler Fill (Growler Not Included)
Robust Porter
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Nouveau Fresh West Coast IPA Growler Fill (Growler Not Included)
Modern West Coast IPA
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South Philly Special Hazy IPA Growler Fill (Growler Not Included)
Hazy IPA
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Still Near & Dear Hazy IPA Growler Fill (Growler Not Included)
Hazy IPA
Beer Styles at Brewery ARS
Brewery ARS brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Hazy Pale Ale, English-style Pub Ale, Fruited Sour IPA, Modern West Coast IPA, Cream Ale, West Coast Pale Ale, Robust Porter, Hazy IPA, and Hop Water (Non-alcoholic). 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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Philly Black Gay Pride
Aug 18, 2026
Celebrate Black Queer brilliance over four days of culture, nightlife, and community in Philadelphia. The 2026 theme honors Black Queer Changemakers shaping the past, present, and…
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Wayne's World Fundraiser
Nov 7, 2026
A fundraiser event held in celebration of Wayne and to support the Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Disease research. Enjoy Wayne's Pale Ale on draft and in cans along wit…
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Brewery ARS located?
- Brewery ARS is located at 1927-29 W Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19145-3620. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Brewery ARS's hours?
- Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 2159605173 to confirm before visiting.
- How can I learn more about Brewery ARS?
- Visit https://www.breweryars.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.