Brewery Profile

Single Speed Brewing Co

For visitors exploring the Waterloo beer scene, Single Speed Brewing Co. represents the area’s more exploratory side, with ties to both Waterloo and Cedar Falls. A stop here is less about checking off a familiar lineup and more about seeing how an Iowa brewery approaches flavor with a willingness to move beyond the simple and predictable. When a visitor walks in, the main draw is the beer itself: pours built around creative energy, complexity, and a venturesome approach to recipe design. Without assuming a particular room layout or atmosphere, the useful expectation is that this is a brewery where the tap list matters and where the best first step is to ask what is currently pouring.

Travelers in this part of Iowa often look for regional stops that feel connected to their city rather than interchangeable with breweries elsewhere. In that context, Single Speed Brewing Co. fits as a Waterloo and Cedar Falls name focused on beers for adventurous palates. Visitors who tend to seek out hop-forward beers, darker pours, tart or expressive styles, or other beers with layered character may find the brewery’s stated approach especially relevant, though the exact selection should be checked on the day of the visit. It is also a practical stop for people who use breweries as a way to understand a city’s food-and-drink culture: order a flight or a smaller pour, compare what is available, and let the staff guide choices based on current offerings.

Before going, confirm the basics directly with the brewery, since specific amenities are not provided here. Details such as kitchen service, outside food rules, patio seating, private events, live music, dog policies, family access, reservations, and packaged beer availability should not be assumed. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, and it is also the most reliable source for seasonal or limited releases. For a first visit, build in enough time to ask questions rather than rushing through one pint; this brewery’s identity is tied to complexity and boundary-pushing flavors, so a little conversation can make the choices clearer. If you are planning a broader Waterloo or Cedar Falls itinerary, treat Single Speed Brewing Co. as a beer-focused stop whose value depends on what is fresh, available, and suited to your taste that day.

Hailing from Waterloo and Cedar Falls, Iowa, Single Speed Brewing Co. crafts beers specifically for the adventurous palate. This brewery embraces creative energy, focusing on complex, venturesome flavors that challenge the status quo and reward those willing to explore beyond the simple and familiar. They are dedicated to pushing boundaries, one exceptional Iowa-brewed pint at a time.

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325 Commercial St, Waterloo, Iowa, 50701

Phone: 3198833604

Website: http://www.singlespeedbrewing.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Single Speed Brewing Co.

Beer Styles at Single Speed Brewing Co

Single Speed Brewing Co brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes TROPICAL IPA, Spiced Oatmeal Stout, Golden Ale, and Fruited Sour. 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.

  • Feelin' Sour? 2026 - A Cider Beer & Sour Festival

    Jul 11, 2026

    Enjoy a festival celebrating cider, beer, and sour selections at SingleSpeed Brewing in Waterloo. A perfect event for fans of sour beverages and cider lovers.

  • Pint Night Ride

    Jul 16, 2026

    Join us for a leisurely ride to our Waterloo location for a bite to eat and a beverage or two. Ride your bike with new friends on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from April…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Single Speed Brewing Co located?
Single Speed Brewing Co is located at 325 Commercial St, Waterloo, Iowa, 50701. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Single Speed Brewing Co's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 3198833604 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Single Speed Brewing Co?
Visit http://www.singlespeedbrewing.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.