Brewery Profile

Goodlander Cocktail Brewery

In a Pittsburgh beer scene that ranges from traditional brewery taprooms to newer hybrid beverage makers, this Larimer neighborhood stop has a narrower and more specific identity. Established in May 2021, Goodlander Cocktail Brewery focuses on low-waste, highball-style drinks rather than presenting itself around a conventional beer lineup. A visitor walking in should expect the taproom to function as the central point of contact: it is where the drinks can be sampled, consumed on site, and purchased for take-away in growlers. The defining feature is less about a long list of named beers and more about the format of the beverages, which are gluten-free and packaged with reusable, returnable kegs and growlers in mind.

Travelers exploring breweries in western Pennsylvania often look for a mix of local flavor, neighborhood settings, and drink options that differ from what they can find at home. In that context, Goodlander fits best as a stop for someone interested in how the region’s craft beverage scene extends beyond standard pints. It can work alongside more traditional brewery visits because its highball-style drinks occupy a different lane, especially for visitors seeking gluten-free options or curious about lower-waste service models. Rather than assuming a familiar beer flight experience, visitors should approach it as a tasting-room visit built around the producer’s own beverage format and sustainability practices.

For practical planning, the tasting room is the key amenity to know about. It serves as the place to confirm the day’s pours, sample what is available, and handle both on-site service and off-site growler purchases. Because the known take-away format centers on growlers, visitors who are interested in bringing drinks home should ask about current returnable container procedures and availability when they arrive. No food program, outdoor space, tour schedule, or event calendar is confirmed here, so those details should be checked directly with the business before making a special trip. For a Pittsburgh brewery itinerary, Goodlander is best viewed as a focused taproom stop in Larimer with gluten-free, highball-style beverages and a reusable-container approach at the center of the visit.

Goodlander Cocktail Brewery operates with a focus on sustainability by offering low-waste highball-style beverages served in reusable, returnable kegs and growlers. Established in May 2021, this Pittsburgh-based establishment is located in the Larimer neighborhood. Their product line features gluten-free drinks that are available for sampling in the taproom, as well as for take-away in growlers. The taproom serves as the point of sale for both on-site consumption and off-site purchases.

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6614 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15206

Phone: 412-363-6614

Website: http://www.goodlandercocktails.com/

Hours: Sunday CLOSED, Monday CLOSED, Tuesday CLOSED, Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Goodlander Cocktail Brewery.

Beer Styles at Goodlander Cocktail Brewery

Goodlander Cocktail Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Moscow Mule (Cocktail/Highball). 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.

  • TAPPY HOUR

    Oct 7, 2026

    Popular Tappy Hour with all draft cocktails only $5. Takes place every Wednesday.

  • FRIDAY NIGHT FLIGHTS

    Oct 8, 2026

    Our new flight special includes three half-pour drinks of your choice. Mix and match and try them all; available Fridays, 12 - 8 PM for $14.

  • Goodlander cocktails at Hot Mass

    Oct 9, 2026

    Goodlander Cocktail Brewery donates a keg of cocktails to Hot Mass every weekend, ensuring attendees can enjoy bar-quality drinks at this Pittsburgh-based dance party.

  • Hot Mass Weekly Keg Donation

    Oct 10, 2026

    Goodlander donates a keg of bar-quality cocktails every weekend to Hot Mass dance parties in the Pittsburgh city area.

  • Weekly Hot Mass Keg Donation

    Oct 10, 2026

    Goodlander donates a keg of cocktails every weekend to Hot Mass, an excellent dance party event in Pittsburgh.

  • Wednesday $5 Draft Cocktails

    Oct 14, 2026

    Enjoy Goodlander draft cocktails for just $5 every Wednesday. Featured drinks include options like the White Grapefruit Highball, made with vodka, Hale Groves grapefruit, and our…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Goodlander Cocktail Brewery located?
Goodlander Cocktail Brewery is located at 6614 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15206. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Goodlander Cocktail Brewery's hours?
Current hours are: Sunday CLOSED, Monday CLOSED, Tuesday CLOSED, Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Goodlander Cocktail Brewery?
Visit http://www.goodlandercocktails.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.