Brewery Profile

Clouds Brewing

In Raleigh’s brewery landscape, this is a North Carolina-grown operation with its original site in the city and beer distributed around the Triangle. A visitor to the Raleigh location should expect a brewery experience built around draft service, packaged beer availability where offered, and a full-service kitchen, rather than a production-only warehouse stop. The beer list is shaped by a mix of European-style lagers and American ales, with core offerings appearing alongside rotating seasonal selections. Because Clouds Brewing also operates beyond Raleigh, including a Chapel Hill taproom on East Franklin Street, it functions as both a local neighborhood stop and part of a wider regional network of taprooms and distribution.

Travelers exploring beer in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and nearby communities often look for places that show how the Triangle’s brewing scene balances familiar American craft styles with more traditional lager brewing. Clouds Brewing fits that pattern by keeping both lager and ale drinkers in mind. Someone seeking a lighter, cleaner European-style pour may find options on the board, while visitors who usually order American ales are also within the brewery’s stated range. Seasonal rotations are part of the experience, so repeat visits or stops in different months may bring a different lineup. For visitors comparing several breweries in the region, this makes Clouds Brewing a practical stop for seeing how a mid-sized local producer approaches variety without relying on a single style category.

For planning, the Raleigh site is the location to consider if food service is part of the visit, since it includes a full-service kitchen. The Chapel Hill location at 157 E Franklin St functions primarily as a taproom and distribution hub, with local draft pours and packaged beer sales rather than the same full kitchen setup. The brewery uses a 15-barrel system for production and distributes regionally across the Triangle, so its beer may also appear outside its own taprooms. As with most breweries that rotate seasonal selections, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, current package availability, and any location-specific service details before making a special trip.

Clouds Brewing operates multiple locations in North Carolina, including its original site in Raleigh and a satellite taproom located in Chapel Hill at 157 E Franklin St. The brewery focuses on producing a diverse portfolio of European-style lagers and American ales, often featuring rotating seasonal selections alongside core offerings. While the Raleigh location includes a full-service kitchen, the Chapel Hill site functions primarily as a taproom and distribution hub, offering local draft pours and packaged beer sales. The company utilizes a 15-barrel brewing system for production, distributing its products regionally across the Triangle area.

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1233 Front St Ste E, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27609-7534

Phone: 9197474863

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

    A yoga session held at Clouds Brewing Taproom to stretch and relax before enjoying some brews.

  • Clouds Brewing Comedy Mic (Free Show)

    Jun 17, 2026

    Comedy Open Mic hosted by Jack Crissey. Sign ups at 8, show at 8:30.

  • Trivia with Pub Trivia Nerds

    Jun 19, 2026

    FREE trivia with Pub Trivia Nerds. Prizes for top finishers. More than just sports trivia including topics such as Beyonce, Movies, History, Super Heroes, Netflix, Gameshows, Geog…

  • Open Mic Night

    Jun 20, 2026

    Show your talents or enjoy local performances at Clouds Brewing's Open Mic Night event.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Clouds Brewing located?
Clouds Brewing is located at 1233 Front St Ste E, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27609-7534. 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 9197474863 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.