Brewery Profile

Durty Bull Brewing Company

In Durham’s craft beer scene, a visit to Durty Bull Brewing Company is centered on a brewery that has been operating since 2016 and built early notice beyond its hometown. Beer Advocate recognized it as one of the best new breweries in the United States that year, a detail that gives first-time visitors some context for its place in the local beer landscape. What a visitor should expect is not a museum-like origin story or a single narrow specialty, but a working brewery with a stated focus on applying a modern approach to established beer styles. The draw is the range of what is being poured on a given day and how familiar categories are interpreted through the brewery’s current production choices.

Travelers moving through Durham and the surrounding region often look for variety in taproom stops: something crisp and traditional, something hop-forward, and sometimes a lower-commitment alternative to beer. Durty Bull’s portfolio fits that kind of visit because it includes traditional lagers, hazy IPAs, and hard seltzers. That spread makes it a practical stop for mixed groups whose preferences do not all point in the same direction. Someone interested in classic brewing can start with the lager side of the lineup, while a visitor following contemporary craft trends can look toward the hazy IPA offerings. The hard seltzers add another option for guests who want something lighter or who are not focused strictly on beer.

For planning purposes, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, since specific beer names and rotating selections are not fixed here. Visitors should also verify current hours before going, as schedules can change. Details such as food service, outdoor seating, tours, events, parking arrangements, reservation policies, and whether children or dogs are allowed are not established from the available information, so they should not be assumed. The safest way to approach a stop is to treat it as a beer-focused visit built around the current draft list, with the brewery’s known strengths being its range across lagers, hazy IPAs, and hard seltzers, and its broader aim of giving established styles a contemporary treatment.

Located in Durham, North Carolina, Durty Bull Brewing Company opened its doors in 2016, quickly gaining recognition from Beer Advocate as one of the best new breweries in the US that year. The brewery focuses on applying a modern approach to established beer styles. Their production portfolio includes traditional Lagers, Hazy IPAs, and a selection of Hard Seltzers. This approach allows the team to offer unique variations on classic recipes alongside contemporary trends.

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206 Broadway St #104, Durham, NC 27701, USA, Durham, North Carolina, 27701

Phone: 919-688-2337

Website: http://www.durtybull.com/

Hours: DURHAM TAPROOM HOURS: TUESDAY-THURSDAY: 4pm-10pm FRIDAY: 2pm-12am SATURDAY: 12pm-12am SUNDAY: 12pm-8pm. GASTONIA TAPROOM HOURS: TUESDAY-FRIDAY: 4pm-10pm SATURDAY: 12pm-10pm SUNDAY: 12pm-8pm

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Durty Bull Brewing Company.

Beer Styles at Durty Bull Brewing Company

Durty Bull Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Hazy 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.

  • Open Mic Stand-up Comedy (Ebony)

    Jul 3, 2026

    Watch open mic stand-up comedy featuring host Ebony, showcasing local comedians at Durty Bull Brewing Company.

  • Karaoke with Seth

    Jul 4, 2026

    Sing your heart out at Karaoke night hosted by Seth. Enjoy food, drink, and fun performances every Saturday night.

  • Hammered Trivia (Sunday)

    Jul 5, 2026

    Hosted by Thor, this is a long-running, award-winning trivia night.

  • Hammered Trivia with Casey

    Jul 5, 2026

    Join us for Hammered Trivia with Casey at Durty Bull Brewing Company. Enjoy a fun trivia session with friends and great beer.

  • Bull City Beer Runners Run Club

    Jul 6, 2026

    Join the Bull City Beer Runners Run Club for a social run followed by beer at Durty Bull Brewing Company.

  • Trivia with Casey (Hammered Trivia) 7-9

    Jul 8, 2026

    Enjoy Trivia with Casey (Hammered Trivia) every Thursday evening from 7pm to 9pm. Test your knowledge and enjoy great brews.

  • Hammered Trivia (Thursday)

    Jul 9, 2026

    Hosted by Casey, this is a free trivia night.

  • Stand-up Comedy Open Mic

    Jul 10, 2026

    Durty Bull Brewing hosts a free stand-up comedy open mic night every Friday from 8 to 11 p.m. Email openmicdurtybull@gmail.com to sign up.

  • Open Mic Comedy Night at Durty Bull

    Jul 10, 2026

    Join in every Friday from 8pm-11pm at Durty Bull for a night of laughs. Check out local aspiring comics as they test out their material and your humor. Always a fun night and grea…

  • A Very Special Episode

    Jul 15, 2026

    A hazy IPA beer release available starting July 15. Enjoy the fresh and unique flavors of this latest can and tap offering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Durty Bull Brewing Company located?
Durty Bull Brewing Company is located at 206 Broadway St #104, Durham, NC 27701, USA, Durham, North Carolina, 27701. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Durty Bull Brewing Company's hours?
Current hours are: DURHAM TAPROOM HOURS: TUESDAY-THURSDAY: 4pm-10pm FRIDAY: 2pm-12am SATURDAY: 12pm-12am SUNDAY: 12pm-8pm. GASTONIA TAPROOM HOURS: TUESDAY-FRIDAY: 4pm-10pm SATURDAY: 12pm-10pm SUNDAY: 12pm-8pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Durty Bull Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.durtybull.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.