Brewery Profile

One Barrel Brewing Company

Madison’s beer scene has long made room for small, neighborhood-oriented breweries, and One Barrel Brewing Company began in that context when it opened in 2012. Its original taproom in Schenk’s Corners served that role for 11 years before closing in 2023, so visitors should not expect to find that original Madison taproom operating today. The brewery has grown beyond its early nanobrewery scale and now distributes approachable craft beer and cider throughout Wisconsin. For a visitor, the current public-facing experience is centered on the brewery’s Door County taproom rather than the former Madison site, while plans have been announced for a new, larger Madison-area beer garden and taproom.

Travelers in Wisconsin often look for brewery stops that are easy to work into a wider day of food, outdoor time, and casual tasting rather than formal tours or highly specialized beer programs. One Barrel fits that kind of itinerary through a lineup that includes beer, cider, and seltzers, with an emphasis on accessible craft drinks made from quality grain, hops, water, yeast, and fruit. For Madison-focused visitors, the brewery remains part of the city’s recent brewing history even as its active taproom footprint has shifted. For Door County travelers, it functions more like a relaxed regional stop: a place to try the brewery’s current pours, spend time outside, and pair drinks with a simple food option.

The primary operational taproom is in Door County and includes an expansive beer garden. Children and dogs are accommodated in the outdoor areas, which is useful for families, groups, and travelers moving between other regional stops. Food is available on site through Pizza Bros, which serves pizza alongside the brewery’s beer, cider, and seltzers. Because the former Madison neighborhood taproom has closed and the new Madison-area facility is still in the planning stage, anyone hoping to visit in or near Madison should confirm the latest status before making the trip. The taproom is also the place to confirm the day’s pours, current cider or seltzer options, food availability, and any weather-related outdoor seating details.

One Barrel Brewing Company, established in 2012, focuses on producing approachable craft beer and cider distributed throughout Wisconsin. While the operation has expanded beyond its original nanobrewery scale, the brewery maintains a commitment to using quality grain, hops, water, yeast, and fruit in its production. The primary operational taproom is located in Door County, featuring an expansive beer garden that accommodates children and dogs in the outdoor areas. This location includes an on-site food option provided by Pizza Bros, offering pizza alongside the brewery's selection of beer, cider, and seltzers. After 11 years, the original neighborhood taproom in Madison's Schenk's Corners closed in 2023, with plans underway for a new, larger Madison-area beer garden and taproom facility.

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2001 Atwood Ave, Madison, Wisconsin, 53704-5324

Phone: 6086309286

Website: http://www.onebarrelbrewing.com

Hours: ONE BARREL DOOR COUNTY IS NOW OPEN LIMITED WINTER HOURS THURSDAY - SUNDAY. Click here for current hours of operation. PIZZA BROS SERVING WORLD CLASS WOOD FIRE PIES DURING ALL OPEN HOURS. Egg Harbor Taproom: Closed Today. Madison Taproom: Closed Today.

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to One Barrel Brewing Company.

Beer Styles at One Barrel Brewing Company

One Barrel Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Lager, IPA, Hazy IPA, Pale Ale, Grapefruit Lager, Red Ale, Pilsner, Wheat Beer, Gose, Stout, Winter Warmer, and Double IPA. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is One Barrel Brewing Company located?
One Barrel Brewing Company is located at 2001 Atwood Ave, Madison, Wisconsin, 53704-5324. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are One Barrel Brewing Company's hours?
Current hours are: ONE BARREL DOOR COUNTY IS NOW OPEN LIMITED WINTER HOURS THURSDAY - SUNDAY. Click here for current hours of operation. PIZZA BROS SERVING WORLD CLASS WOOD FIRE PIES DURING ALL OPEN HOURS. Egg Harbor Taproom: Closed Today. Madison Taproom: Closed Today.. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about One Barrel Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.onebarrelbrewing.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.