Brewery Profile

Clouds Brewing

For visitors exploring Durham’s beer options, this brewery presents itself as more than a small taproom stop. Established in 2014 in North Carolina’s Triangle region, Clouds Brewing has grown into a hospitality-focused company with more than one location, while its Durham headquarters remains tied to both beer production and food service. A visitor walking in should expect a setting built around draft beer and pub fare rather than a tasting-room-only experience. The brewery’s identity is rooted in German-inspired beers made in an American craft context, with a broader interest in bold brews. Its place in the city’s beer scene is therefore partly local and partly regional: it reflects Durham’s role within the Triangle while also showing how some North Carolina breweries have expanded into multi-site restaurant and taproom operations.

Travelers in this part of North Carolina often look for brewery visits that combine a sense of place with enough variety to suit a group. A stop here fits that pattern because the concept is not limited to one narrow style or a production-floor sampling model. The German-inspired foundation may appeal to visitors interested in lagers, wheat beers, or other European-influenced traditions, while the brewery’s stated focus on bold beers suggests a menu that can reach beyond that base. The food component also matters for visitors building a day around Durham; elevated pub fare makes the brewery a practical meal stop as well as a beer stop. For someone comparing breweries across the Triangle, Clouds Brewing offers a look at a company that has moved from a beer project into a broader hospitality brand over the course of a decade.

Practical planning should start with the Durham location itself, since that is the headquarters associated with production and pub fare. Specific tap lists, food offerings, hours, and seating details are not fixed from the available information, so the taproom or the brewery’s current channels are the place to confirm the day’s pours and service details before going. Visitors should also note that Clouds Brewing has a growing footprint across North Carolina, which may affect how the brand appears in different settings; the Durham headquarters is the relevant stop for those seeking the combination of brewery identity, beer service, and food in one place. For travelers without a preferred style in mind, asking staff what is currently closest to the brewery’s German-inspired roots and what represents its bolder side is a sensible way to navigate the board.

What began as a passion project focused on German-inspired, American-made beers, Clouds Brewing was established in 2014 within North Carolina's Triangle region. The operation quickly expanded beyond its initial scope, evolving into a multi-location hospitality brand over the subsequent decade. Clouds Brewing specializes in producing bold brews alongside serving elevated pub fare at its Durham headquarters. The company maintains a growing footprint across the state, focusing on both production and hospitality services.

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905 W Main St, #22, Durham, North Carolina, 27701

Phone: 919 747 4863

Website: http://www.cloudsbrewing.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Clouds Brewing.

Beer Styles at Clouds Brewing

Clouds Brewing brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Non-Alcoholic Pilsner, Fruit Punch Seltzer, Blackberry Dragon Fruit Kettle Sour, Starburst Kettle Sour, Hybrid German American Lager, Lime Lager, Pilsner, Dark Lager, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Amber Lager, American IPA, and Mango Habanero IPA. 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.

  • Plank & Drank Yoga

    Jun 14, 2026

    Enjoy a relaxing yoga session followed by drinks at Clouds Brewing Taproom.

  • Clouds Brewing Comedy Mic (Free Show)

    Jun 17, 2026

    Enjoy a free comedy mic event featuring local comedians at Clouds Brewing Taproom.

  • Weekly Trivia Night at Clouds Brewing

    Jun 18, 2026

    Join us every Thursday evening for Trivia Night at Clouds Brewing. Test your knowledge, enjoy our craft beers, and win prizes!

  • Trivia with Pub Trivia Nerds

    Jun 19, 2026

    FREE trivia with Pub Trivia Nerds. Prizes for top finishers. More than just sports trivia. Questions about Beyonce, Movies, History, Super Heroes, Netflix, Gameshows, Geography, a…

  • Open Mic Night

    Jun 20, 2026

    Showcase your talents or enjoy local performers at our weekly open mic night.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Clouds Brewing located?
Clouds Brewing is located at 905 W Main St, #22, Durham, North Carolina, 27701. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Clouds Brewing's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 919 747 4863 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Clouds Brewing?
Visit http://www.cloudsbrewing.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.