Brewery Profile
Four Quarters Brewing Co
In Winooski’s beer scene, Four Quarters Brewing Co. occupies the role of a local production brewery that has grown into a community hub. A visitor walking in should expect the focus to be on the beer itself and on the brewery’s ongoing process of experimentation, rather than on a fixed lineup or a single house identity. The company began as a four-barrel operation run by a solo brewer, and that small-scale origin still helps explain the way it presents its work: exploratory, changeable, and closely tied to the act of brewing as a continuing practice.
Travelers seeking out craft beer in Vermont often look for variety, regional character, and breweries that use the taproom as a place to show what is current rather than what is permanent. Four Quarters fits that kind of visit through a brewing philosophy built around exploration. Its stated inspiration comes from the cyclical and changing nature of the moon, with beers described as “field notes” from an ongoing process of discovery. Seasonal ingredients and experimental techniques are part of that approach, so the experience is best understood as a snapshot of what the brewery is investigating at the time of the visit.
For planning purposes, the essential detail is that Four Quarters Brewing Co. is on Main Street in Winooski, Vermont. Specific amenities, food arrangements, outdoor seating, and event schedules are not confirmed here, so the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and any current visitor options. If you are building a brewery stop into time in the Burlington-Winooski area, treat Four Quarters as a place to check what is fresh, seasonal, or unusual on that particular day, rather than arriving with expectations about specific beer names or a fixed menu.
Four Quarters Brewing Co. began operations as a four-barrel facility managed by a solo brewer. Located on Main Street in Winooski, Vermont, the brewery has expanded its scale to function as a community hub. The brewing philosophy centers on exploration, drawing inspiration from the cyclical and changing nature of the moon to produce imaginative beers. These offerings often reflect the use of seasonal ingredients and experimental techniques, which the brewery characterizes as "field notes" from their ongoing process of discovery.
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150 W Canal St, Winooski, Vermont, 05404-2171
Phone: 8023919120
Website: http://www.4qbc.com
Hours: Monday: 4pm - 9pm; Tuesday - Thursday: 12pm - 9pm; Friday - Saturday: 12pm - 10pm; Sunday: 12pm - 9pm. Kitchen stops taking orders one hour before close.
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Four Quarters Brewing Co.
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Great Bear
Stout
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Space Face
IPA
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Drift
Lager
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Phaze
Pale Ale
Beer Styles at Four Quarters Brewing Co
Four Quarters Brewing Co brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Stout, IPA, Lager, and Pale Ale. 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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Beginner Salsa & Social
Oct 23, 2026
A special event for beginner salsa dancing and social gathering at Four Quarters Brewing.
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Brocklebank Craft Brewing Taproom Open Fridays and Saturdays
Oct 23, 2026
Enjoy a variety of craft beers including IPAs, pilsners, and stouts at Brocklebank Craft Brewing's taproom located on a former dairy farm property. Spread a blanket on the lawn or…
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Taproom Open Hours at Four Quarters Brewing Co.
Oct 23, 2026
The Four Quarters Brewing Co. taproom in Winooski is open seven days a week, offering a variety of craft beers including sours, stouts, and hoppy beers, along with extensive food…
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Brunch Cocktails
Oct 24, 2026
Enjoy brunch cocktails at Four Quarters Brewing. Available from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM on select Sundays and Saturdays.
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4Q Breakfast Sammies & Cocktails
Oct 24, 2026
Delight in Four Quarters Brewing's taproom specials featuring breakfast sandwiches and cocktails.
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Sunday Sessions
Oct 25, 2026
Live music and special events every Sunday afternoon and evening at the Four Quarters Brewing taproom. Relax with great tunes and drinks.
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Burger Time
Oct 27, 2026
Join Four Quarters Brewing co. every Tuesday for Burger Time! Featuring burger specials for $10!
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Switchback Brewing Company Live Music, Fried Chicken Sundays, and Trivia Night
Oct 27, 2026
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Goodwater Brewery Trivia Nights and Events
Oct 27, 2026
Enjoy rotating craft beers paired with a food menu including wings and burgers at Goodwater Brewery. Participate in weekly trivia nights and local beer festivals in the Williston…
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Bluegrass & Pizza! Live Music with Minced Oats
Oct 27, 2026
Enjoy live bluegrass music with Minced Oats accompanied by delicious pizza at Four Quarters Brewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Four Quarters Brewing Co located?
- Four Quarters Brewing Co is located at 150 W Canal St, Winooski, Vermont, 05404-2171. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Four Quarters Brewing Co's hours?
- Current hours are: Monday: 4pm - 9pm; Tuesday - Thursday: 12pm - 9pm; Friday - Saturday: 12pm - 10pm; Sunday: 12pm - 9pm. Kitchen stops taking orders one hour before close.. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
- How can I learn more about Four Quarters Brewing Co?
- Visit http://www.4qbc.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.