Brewery Profile

Franklin Brewing Co

A visit to Elyria’s craft beer scene puts Franklin Brewing Co. in the context of a smaller Northeast Ohio city with close ties to Cleveland, Lorain County, and the broader Lake Erie brewing corridor. The company’s planning began in 2008, and it officially began business operations in 2012, giving it a local history that reaches back to the period when many Ohio craft breweries were moving from hobby-scale ambition into commercial production. Inside, the experience is best approached as a neighborhood brewery visit: the beer itself is the center of attention, with the taproom serving as the place to read the board, ask what is pouring, and get a feel for how the brewery presents its current lineup. Its ongoing emphasis on distributing to area bars and restaurants also connects the brewery to the city beyond its own walls.

Travelers seeking beer in this part of Ohio often look for a mix of familiar American craft styles and seasonal variation. Northeast Ohio drinkers commonly expect approachable pale ales and IPAs, malt-forward amber or brown ales, darker beers in colder months, and lighter lagers, wheat beers, or fruit-accented options when the weather warms. A stop here fits that pattern as a local counterpoint to the larger brewery districts in Cleveland and the more spread-out taproom network across Lorain, Medina, and Cuyahoga counties. Elyria is not defined by a single beer neighborhood, so a brewery visit tends to feel more like part of a day exploring local restaurants, small downtown businesses, and regional stops than a concentrated bar crawl. Franklin Brewing Co.’s distribution model reinforces that sense of place, since visitors may also encounter the brand at nearby bars and restaurants.

For practical planning, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, serving format, and any current releases. Visitors should check directly with the brewery for hours, seating arrangements, food options, and whether cans, growlers, or other to-go formats are being offered on the day of the visit. Because the brewery is focused on building presence through local accounts, travelers who cannot make it to the taproom may still find its beer in Elyria-area establishments. The most useful approach is to treat Franklin Brewing Co. as a local stop rather than a large production-tour destination: arrive with time to review the draft list, ask about what is fresh, and place the visit within a broader Northeast Ohio beer itinerary.

Franklin Brewing Company operates as a craft brewer based in Elyria, Ohio. Although the concept and planning stages began in 2008, the company officially commenced business operations in 2012. Currently, the brewery is focused on increasing its brand presence and sales volume by distributing products to local bars and restaurants. This initial distribution model aims to establish the brand within the immediate regional market.

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1345 East Ave, Elyria, Ohio, 44035-7681

Phone: (508) 561-6277

Website: https://www.brewbound.com/breweries/franklin-brewing-co

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Franklin Brewing Co.

Beer Styles at Franklin Brewing Co

Franklin Brewing Co brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Winter Seasonal Stout, and 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Franklin Brewing Co located?
Franklin Brewing Co is located at 1345 East Ave, Elyria, Ohio, 44035-7681. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Franklin Brewing Co's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call (508) 561-6277 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Franklin Brewing Co?
Visit https://www.brewbound.com/breweries/franklin-brewing-co 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.