Brewery Profile

Hutton & Smith Brewing Company

In Chattanooga’s craft-beer landscape, Hutton & Smith Brewing Company represents a production-minded brewery with a taproom presence rather than a purely concept-driven bar. Founded in 2015, it is part of the city’s modern wave of independent breweries serving residents and travelers who are already exploring the Tennessee side of the regional beer scene. A visitor walking in should expect the public face of a working brewery: a place to sample current house-made beers, see the company’s geology-influenced identity, and get a sense of how its branding connects to the names James Hutton and William “Strata” Smith. Those references are not incidental decoration; they shape the brewery’s name and visual language, including geological and feline motifs, while the main purpose remains straightforward brewing and taproom sales.

Travelers passing through Chattanooga often look for breweries that reflect the area without requiring much explanation or ceremony. Hutton & Smith fits that kind of stop because its beers are centered on traditional and modern American craft styles, a broad category that can include familiar formats as well as more contemporary interpretations. The geology theme gives the place a clear point of identity, especially for visitors who notice the connection to deep time, stratigraphy, and the early mapping of the earth’s layers. It is also a useful stop for beer drinkers who prefer to learn what a brewery is making on site rather than rely only on packaged beer found elsewhere. Since distribution is concentrated within Tennessee, visiting the taproom can offer a more direct view of the brewery than encountering it outside the region.

For planning purposes, treat the taproom as the best source for the day’s details. Current pours, serving formats, hours, and any visitor amenities should be confirmed directly with the brewery before going, since those items can change and are not always clear from a general profile. No assumption should be made about food service, tours, outdoor seating, events, or family- and pet-related policies unless the brewery has posted them for the specific day of your visit. What is known is that Hutton & Smith operates in Chattanooga as a production brewery with local taproom sales and Tennessee-focused distribution. For visitors building a brewery itinerary in the city, it is a stop defined by its geology-inspired name, its craft-beer focus, and its role as a regional taproom rather than by a long list of fixed amenities.

Hutton & Smith Brewing Company, located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, draws its thematic inspiration from the field of geology, specifically honoring historical figures James Hutton and William "Strata" Smith. The brewery's naming convention references these two pioneers of modern geology, known for their work on deep time and the creation of the first comprehensive geological map. Established in 2015, the facility operates a production brewery focusing primarily on traditional and modern American craft styles. While the company's branding frequently incorporates geological and feline motifs, the core operation centers on brewing and local taproom sales. Distribution is currently concentrated within the Tennessee region.

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431 E Martin Luther King Blvd # 120, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37403

Phone: 4237603600

Website: http://www.huttonandsmithbrewing.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Hutton & Smith Brewing Company.

Beer Styles at Hutton & Smith Brewing Company

Hutton & Smith Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes IPA, Imperial IPA, English Mild, Festbier, Lager, Sour, Lite Beer, Blonde, Marzen/Oktoberfest, Session IPA, India Pale Ale, and Hazy DIPA. 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.

  • AEG Conference Homebase Event

    Sep 13, 2026

    For geologists loving a good pint, the Hutton & Smith Taproom is the homebase for the 69th Annual Meeting of the Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists Conference i…

  • AEG Conference Homebase at Hutton & Smith Taproom

    Sep 13, 2026

    Hutton & Smith Taproom is positioning itself as a homebase for geologists attending the AEG Conference in Downtown Chattanooga. The event references the 69th Annual Meeting of the…

  • AEG Conference Gathering

    Sep 13, 2026

    To all of the Geologist out there who love a good pint... Consider the Hutton & Smith Taproom your homebase for this year's AEG Conference in Downtown Chattanooga. This is the 69t…

  • Monday Pint Specials – Service Industry Night

    Sep 14, 2026

    Service Industry Night offers $3.50 pints in 16oz glasses for service industry workers. Monday evenings also feature a movie night with a featured film shown in the event room at…

  • Two Tap Tuesday Rotating Pint Special

    Sep 15, 2026

    Enjoy $3.00 pints at Hutton & Smith Brewing Co. every Tuesday. Bring your dog and relax at our cat-friendly bar!

  • Bike Night at Hutton & Smith

    Sep 15, 2026

    Every Tuesday we ride! Kickstands up at 6:15pm. Enjoy 'Two Tap Tuesday' rotating pint specials with two selections for only $3 a pint. Pet friendly, and great for bike riders and…

  • Bike Night - Every Tuesday

    Sep 15, 2026

    Every Tuesday, riders meet at Hutton & Smith for Bike Night. Kickstands up at 6pm.

  • Barley Mob Brewers Member Meeting

    Sep 15, 2026

    The Barley Mob Brewers host member meetings the 3rd Tuesday of each month to hang out, discuss future events, and drink good home brew. They rotate their meeting locations between…

  • Barley Mob Brewers Meeting

    Sep 15, 2026

    The Barley Mob Brewers host member meetings the 3rd Tuesday of each month to hang out, discuss future events, and drink good home brew. They rotate their meeting locations between…

  • Wednesday $3.50 Pint Special

    Sep 15, 2026

    Unbeatable $3.50 pints every Wednesday at Hutton & Smith Brewing Co., a rare deal for quality 16oz pours under $4. Cat bar and dogs welcome!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Hutton & Smith Brewing Company located?
Hutton & Smith Brewing Company is located at 431 E Martin Luther King Blvd # 120, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37403. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Hutton & Smith Brewing Company's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 4237603600 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Hutton & Smith Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.huttonandsmithbrewing.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.