Brewery Profile

Hogback Mountain Brewery

In Bristol’s beer scene, this is a small-batch stop built around a taproom rather than a large-scale destination brewery. A visitor walking in should expect the day’s tap list to be the main point of orientation, with rotating beers offered alongside staple selections. Hogback Mountain Brewery was founded in 2015 by Kevin Hanson and expanded in 2019 under the ownership and brewing experience of Jamie and Sam Sawyer; Sam is a 2017 graduate of the American Brewers Guild. The brewery’s identity is closely tied to sourcing, with ingredients coming primarily from Vermont producers and an emphasis on local businesses supporting one another. Food is part of the taproom experience through Lucky Star Catering, so the visit can work as more than a quick pint if service is available that day.

Travelers exploring beer in Vermont often look for places that reflect the region rather than only a fixed flagship lineup. A stop here fits that pattern because the brewery works in small batches and changes its offerings, making the current pours part of the visit. The known lineup includes both rotating brews and staple selections, but the specific choices should be treated as current-taproom information rather than assumed in advance. For visitors moving through the Bristol area, Hogback Mountain offers a way to sample beer connected to Vermont agricultural and producer networks without needing a formal tour or a large brewery campus. The appeal is straightforward: beer made with a local-supporting-local approach, served in the community where the brewery operates.

For planning purposes, the taproom on Rocky Dale Road is the place to confirm the day’s pours, food availability, and service format. Hours are seasonal, and beers are available for dine-in or takeout during select days, so checking the current schedule before making a special trip is important. Since the public information provided does not specify amenities such as outdoor seating, reservations, flights, parking details, or family and pet policies, visitors should not assume those features without confirming directly. Lucky Star Catering provides the food component, but menus and timing may vary with the taproom schedule. The most reliable way to approach a visit is to look for current hours, decide whether you want to drink on site or take beer to go, and use the taproom’s latest list to see how the brewery’s rotating and staple beers are showing that day.

Hogback Mountain Brewing specializes in small-batch beers crafted with ingredients sourced primarily from Vermont producers, emphasizing a local-supporting-local approach. Founded in 2015 by Kevin Hanson, the brewery expanded in 2019 under the ownership and brewing expertise of Jamie and Sam Sawyer, with Sam being a 2017 graduate of the American Brewers Guild. Located on Rocky Dale Road in Bristol, Vermont, Hogback Mountain offers a taproom with seasonal hours and features food provided by Lucky Star Catering. Their lineup includes rotating brews alongside staple selections, available for dine-in or takeout during select days.

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51 North St, Bristol, Vermont, 05443-1026

Phone: 8023498195

Website: http://hogbackbrew.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Hogback Mountain Brewery.

Beer Styles at Hogback Mountain Brewery

Hogback Mountain Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes IPA, American Pale Ale, Kolsch Style Ale, American Brown Ale, Honey Pilsner, Stout, Strawberry Rhubarb Sour, American Sour with cherries, and Maple Scotch 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.

  • Trivia Night

    Aug 26, 2026

    Join us every Thursday at 6:30pm in the cafe for trivia! There’s no cost to play. Teams of up to 6 players. Drinks specials will be happening and prizes awarded to the winning tea…

  • ThinkMatch at Night Social Series

    Aug 27, 2026

    A free weekly social-matching event where attendees meet new people through AI-driven pairing to encourage meaningful conversations. This event takes place every Friday at 8 PM at…

  • Outdoor Live Music Events

    Aug 29, 2026

    Enjoy outdoor live music events happening all summer at Hogback Mountain Brewing's taproom with expanded covered patio and beer garden seating.

  • October 2026 Meeting

    Oct 20, 2026

    Join us in person for our quarterly meeting at Hogback Mountain Brewery. Social time is from 7:00-7:30 PM with the meeting starting promptly at 7:30 PM. A Zoom option will also be…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Hogback Mountain Brewery located?
Hogback Mountain Brewery is located at 51 North St, Bristol, Vermont, 05443-1026. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Hogback Mountain Brewery's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 8023498195 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Hogback Mountain Brewery?
Visit http://hogbackbrew.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.