Brewery Profile

Moonraker Brewing Co

Auburn’s beer scene draws travelers moving between the Sacramento Valley and the Sierra foothills, and Moonraker Brewing Co. is one of the city’s best-known independent craft brewery stops. A visitor should expect a brewery-centered experience rather than a generic bar visit: the draw is the beer itself, especially whatever is pouring fresh that day. The brewery has a reputation beyond Auburn, helped by awards and by steady interest from craft beer drinkers passing through Placer County. For first-time visitors, the taproom is the place to see the current lineup, ask what is new, and decide whether to stay for a pour or take beer to go if available.

Travelers in this part of California often look for hop-forward releases, seasonal choices, and a relaxed break from time on the road. Moonraker fits that pattern particularly well for people following new hazy releases or planning a beer stop while traveling through the foothills. Its Auburn location works naturally for Highway 80 trips, whether the day’s route is aimed toward the mountains, back toward Sacramento, or simply around the local area. The brewery’s wider presence also includes Millhouse in Cameron Park, which broadens the experience for visitors nearer Highway 50 with farm-to-fork dining and large indoor and outdoor seating areas.

Practical planning is straightforward if expectations stay flexible. The Auburn brewery is the core stop for checking the day’s pours, and the taproom should be treated as the reliable source for what is currently available. For groups that include children or pets, or for visitors who want a full meal with more room to spread out, Millhouse in Cameron Park is the better-known Moonraker option based on its family- and pet-friendly setup and expansive seating. Between the Auburn brewery and the Cameron Park destination, Moonraker gives travelers two ways to work a craft beer stop into a foothill itinerary without needing to rely on unknown details in advance.

Moonraker Brewing Co., an award-winning independent craft brewery rooted in Auburn, CA, is a must-stop for enthusiasts traveling through the Sierra foothills. Beyond their celebrated core brewery, Moonraker expanded its vision with Millhouse, a destination in Cameron Park offering farm-to-fork dining and expansive indoor/outdoor seating perfect for the whole family (and pets!). Whether you're chasing their latest hazy release or seeking a scenic gathering spot off Highways 50 or 80, Moonraker offers a complete craft experience.

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12970 Earhart Ave Ste 100, Auburn, California, 95602-9022

Phone: (530) 745-6816

Website: http://www.moonrakerbrewing.com