Brewery Profile

Ithaca Beer Co

For many beer-minded visitors to Ithaca, this is one of the city’s most recognizable craft brewery stops. The setting ties the brewery to the Finger Lakes, but the main draw is straightforward: a taproom built around its own beer. A first visit is likely to center on tasting through the lineup rather than chasing a long backstory. Flower Power IPA is the beer most closely associated with the name, and it gives newcomers an obvious starting point. From there, the broader selection of ales and lagers shows how the brewery presents itself beyond a single flagship. The room functions as an introduction to the brewery’s identity and to Ithaca’s place in New York’s wider craft beer map.

Travelers in this part of New York often look for stops that connect the outdoors, college-town culture, local food and drink, and the Finger Lakes’ regional character. A brewery visit fits naturally into that kind of itinerary, especially for people who want a break from scenic drives, lake visits, or time spent exploring Ithaca. Here, the appeal is not limited to one style. Hop-forward drinkers may start with the well-known IPA, while others can look to the brewery’s ales and lagers for a different pace. The range matters for mixed groups: one person may be interested in a recognized regional beer, while another may simply want a fresh pour in a local taproom.

For planning purposes, treat the taproom as the place to confirm the day’s pours and current visitor details. Specific offerings can change, and any questions about hours, seating, food, events, tours, or other amenities are best checked directly with the brewery before going. Because only the taproom experience is certain from the available information, visitors should avoid assuming extras that have not been confirmed. The most reliable approach is to arrive expecting a brewery-focused stop, ask what is pouring, and use the staff’s current list to decide whether to revisit a familiar beer or try something from the wider ale and lager lineup.

Nestled in the scenic Finger Lakes region of Ithaca, New York, Ithaca Beer Co. captures the vibrant spirit of its surroundings through innovative brewing. They are perhaps best known for the legendary Flower Power IPA, but their diverse portfolio of world-class ales and lagers reflects the region's rich culture. Stop by their award-winning Taproom to experience the "Spirit of the Finger Lakes" firsthand.

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122 Ithaca Beer Dr, Ithaca, New York, 14850-8813

Phone: 607-273-0766

Website: http://www.ithacabeer.com

Hours: Tuesday: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM