Brewery Profile

Special Brews

For visitors mapping beer stops around Lynnwood, this address functions more like a craft beer hub than a production brewery. Special Brews operates as a dedicated bottleshop and tavern, with the emphasis on third-party beer rather than an in-house brewing program. Walking in, a visitor should expect a place organized around selection: draft beer for drinking on site, packaged beer to browse, and a tavern setting limited to guests 21 and over. In a suburban city with easy access to the broader Seattle-area beer market, that role matters. It gives drinkers a single stop where the point is not a house flagship or a brewhouse tour, but the chance to see what is being poured or stocked at the moment.

Travelers in western Washington often seek out the range associated with the region’s beer culture: hop-forward ales, seasonal releases, crisp lagers, darker cold-weather styles, and small-batch offerings from breweries spread across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. A stop here fits that kind of trip because it is built for comparison rather than for following one brewery’s lineup. The 22 active taps allow visitors to choose from the day’s draft list, and the bottleshop format can suit people who want to take beer away for later. For someone passing through Lynnwood, staying nearby, or building a route between Seattle and points north, Special Brews can work as a practical tasting stop without requiring a full brewery visit.

The known visitor details are straightforward. Special Brews maintains 22 active taps for beer consumed on site, and those taps are also used to fill Crowlers for off-premise sales. The business is restricted to patrons aged 21 and older, so it is not a family taproom. Because the available pours are based on third-party selections, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s draft list, packaged options, and any policies not otherwise posted, such as outside food, seating arrangements, or event schedules. Visitors looking for house-made beer should note that the business is described as focusing primarily on outside craft beer offerings, not in-house production. For everyone else, its main appeal is the combination of tavern service, retail beer browsing, and Crowler fills in one Lynnwood stop.

Special Brews operates as a dedicated bottleshop and tavern in Lynnwood, Washington, focusing primarily on third-party craft beer offerings rather than in-house production. The facility maintains 22 active taps, which are utilized for immediate consumption on-site and for filling Crowlers for off-premise sales. Access to the establishment is restricted to patrons aged 21 and over.

Website available

14608 Hwy 99 Ste 307, Lynnwood, WA 98087, USA, Lynnwood, Washington, 98087

Phone: (425) 741-7049

Website: http://www.special-brews.com/

Hours: Holiday Hours: 12/24 11AM-3PM 12/25 CLOSED 12/31 Noon-6PM 1/1 2PM-8PM

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Special Brews.

Beer Styles at Special Brews

Special Brews brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes IPA, Lager, Blonde, and Fresh Hop 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.

Peace of Mind Brewing Taproom Hours and Events
Oct 7, 2026

Peace of Mind Brewing is open daily with trivia on Tuesdays and open mic night on Thursdays. Enjoy house beers, guest taps, and ciders at their taproom in Lynnwood.
Club Hektic (Vessel Taphouse) Taproom Hours and Trivia
Oct 7, 2026

Club Hektic, Western Washington's only Pirate Bar and Nightclub, features live music, weekly trivia on Wednesdays, and Bike Night. Taproom open Wednesday to Saturday 6pm to 1am.
Open Mic Night at Peace of Mind Brewing
Oct 8, 2026

Show off your talent or just enjoy the performances every Thursday evening at Peace of Mind Brewing's open mic night. A great way to spend a relaxing evening with friends.
Special Brews Store Hours
Oct 8, 2026

Special Brews bottle shop and tavern offers over 1000 beer choices and 22 taps. Store hours are 12pm-8pm Sunday to Wednesday and 12pm-10pm Thursday to Saturday.
Temple Distilling Tasting Room Hours
Oct 8, 2026

Enjoy $5 tastings including pours of each of Temple Distilling’s four gins, an aquavit, and a limoncello. Hand-crafted cocktails are also available with a rotating seasonal menu.…
$5 Tasting at Temple Distilling
Oct 9, 2026

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Yoga and Beer
Oct 10, 2026

Enjoy a cold beer after a yoga session from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturdays at Route 2 Taproom and Grazing Place in Monroe. Registration includes the class and a beer.
Trivia at Peace of Mind Brewing
Oct 12, 2026

Join us every Tuesday for a fun trivia night at Peace of Mind Brewing's taproom. Test your knowledge while enjoying their craft beers and ciders.
Trivia Wednesday at Club Hektic
Oct 13, 2026

Participate in Trivia Wednesday at Club Hektic, Western Washington's only Pirate Bar and Nightclub. Enjoy a night of fun, games, and great drinks every Wednesday starting at 6 PM.
Trivia - Upstairs at Stoup
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Join Trivia night hosted by Henry at Stoup Brewing Ballard. A fun and engaging event for trivia lovers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Special Brews located?: Special Brews is located at 14608 Hwy 99 Ste 307, Lynnwood, WA 98087, USA, Lynnwood, Washington, 98087. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Special Brews's hours?: Current hours are: Holiday Hours: 12/24 11AM-3PM 12/25 CLOSED 12/31 Noon-6PM 1/1 2PM-8PM. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Special Brews?: Visit http://www.special-brews.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.