Brewery Profile

Swashbuckler Brewing Company

In Manheim’s beer landscape, Swashbuckler Brewing Company is closely tied to one of the area’s best-known visitor destinations: the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire at Mount Hope Estate & Winery. A visitor walking in should expect a brewery with a setting shaped by that campus rather than a standard downtown taproom model. The company has been part of the site since 2000, when it brewed at a modest 364-barrel capacity during the Faire season. By 2010, production had grown to 1,200 barrels, and the 2013 opening of the SBC Brewsmith Brewery raised annual output to 4,500 barrels. That growth gives the brewery a distinct role in Manheim: it serves both local beer drinkers and travelers who come to the Mount Hope grounds for events, wine, cider, and the Faire.

Travelers in Lancaster County often look for stops that connect beer with the region’s broader food, farm, and festival culture. Swashbuckler fits that pattern through a lineup of hand-crafted ales and lagers, with flagship styles appearing alongside new and limited batches. The brewery has also earned recognition at the Pennsylvania Farm Show, including Best In Show and First Place in the Light Lager category for Otra Mas Mexican Lager, as well as First Place for its Hefeweizen. In addition to beer, Swashbuckler distributes Lancaster County Cider, and total seasonal production of beer and cider has exceeded 1,800 barrels. For visitors who want a beer stop linked to a larger regional outing, the combination of brewery, cider, winery grounds, and Faire setting is the main draw.

Because the brewery operates within the Mount Hope Estate and Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire environment, planning ahead is useful. Hours, access, event schedules, and available pours may vary by season or by what is happening on the grounds. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s beers, limited releases, and cider availability, since the exact lineup is not fixed in the available information. Visitors interested in a specific award-winning style, such as Otra Mas Mexican Lager or the Hefeweizen, should check directly before making a special trip. For a practical visit, treat Swashbuckler as part brewery stop and part Mount Hope destination: confirm current details, allow time for the campus setting, and expect the beer list to reflect both established styles and rotating batches.

Situated on the grounds of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire at Mount Hope Estate & Winery, Swashbuckler Brewing Company produces hand-crafted ales and lagers using high-quality ingredients. The brewery began in 2000 with a modest capacity of 364 barrels during the Faire season and expanded production to 1,200 barrels by 2010. In 2013, the opening of the SBC Brewsmith Brewery increased output to 4,500 barrels annually, reflecting growing demand. Swashbuckler also distributes Lancaster County Cider, with total seasonal production of beer and cider exceeding 1,800 barrels. Notable achievements include multiple awards at the Pennsylvania Farm Show, such as Best In Show and First Place in the Light Lager category for Otra Mas Mexican Lager, as well as First Place for their Hefeweizen. The brewery frequently releases new and limited batches alongside a variety of flagship styles.

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2775 Lebanon Rd, Manheim, PA 17545, USA, Manheim, Pennsylvania, 17545

Phone: 717.665.7021

Website: https://mounthope.estate/swashbuckler-brewing-co/

Hours: Swashbuckler Brewing Company and nearby Taproom & Grille does not have regular visiting hours. Please see our sales associates in the Mount Hope Wine Shop during their regular business hours Wed-Sun, 11AM-5PM. subject to change

Popular Beers

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

Beer Styles at Swashbuckler Brewing Company

Swashbuckler Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Belgian-Style Blonde Ale, German-Style Wheat Ale, Belgian-Style Ale, Rye IPA, German-Style Ale, Barleywine, New England-Style IPA, Oatmeal Stout, Porter, Imperial Oatmeal Stout, German-Style Lager, and Mexican-Style Lager. 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.

  • Mount Hope Estate Current Hours

    Jun 27, 2026

    Mount Hope Estate & Winery is open Wednesday to Sunday from 11AM to 5PM. The estate is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Orders placed on the Mount Hope Web Store are available for…

  • 17th Annual Blues & Brews at Mount Hope

    Jul 11, 2026

    Enjoy a summertime Maryland feast featuring hard shell crabs, steamed shrimp, BBQ pork, and more along with Swashbuckler Brewing Company beers. Two sessions available from 12PM-3P…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Swashbuckler Brewing Company located?
Swashbuckler Brewing Company is located at 2775 Lebanon Rd, Manheim, PA 17545, USA, Manheim, Pennsylvania, 17545. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Swashbuckler Brewing Company's hours?
Current hours are: Swashbuckler Brewing Company and nearby Taproom & Grille does not have regular visiting hours. Please see our sales associates in the Mount Hope Wine Shop during their regular business hours Wed-Sun, 11AM-5PM. subject to change. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Swashbuckler Brewing Company?
Visit https://mounthope.estate/swashbuckler-brewing-co/ 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.