Brewery Profile

The Black Abbey Brewing Company

In a Nashville beer scene shaped by neighborhood taprooms, music-driven tourism, and a steady demand for locally made beer, The Black Abbey Brewing Company stands out for its historically minded approach. Founded in 2013 by John Owen and Carl Meier, it gives visitors a different point of reference from the hop-forward and experimental releases often associated with American craft brewing. A stop here is centered on European brewing traditions: balance, structure, and styles with roots in older brewing cultures. When visitors walk in, the taproom experience is best understood as a place to slow down with beers built around established methods rather than novelty for its own sake.

Travelers drinking beer in Middle Tennessee often look for a mix of regional identity and variety. Nashville breweries commonly draw crowds interested in approachable lagers, pale ales, IPAs, seasonal beers, and small-batch pours, while the city’s broader food and entertainment culture keeps taprooms active with both locals and out-of-town visitors. Black Abbey fits into that landscape by offering a more traditional counterpoint, especially for guests who enjoy Belgian, German, English, or other European-influenced styles. Its beers reflect an interest in historical brewing processes and a conviction that restraint can be as meaningful as experimentation. For visitors making multiple brewery stops around the city, it can provide a useful contrast to taprooms built primarily around current national trends.

For planning a visit, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, seasonal offerings, and any on-site details that may affect the experience. As with many Nashville breweries, visitors should expect the beer list to be the main focus, with staff able to guide choices by style, strength, and flavor profile. Those especially interested in traditional brewing may want to ask about the inspirations behind individual beers, since the brewery’s identity is tied closely to time-honored methods and historical styles. The location also works well as part of a broader Nashville brewery itinerary, particularly for travelers who want to compare how different local producers interpret craft beer: some through regional trends, others through experimentation, and Black Abbey through a deliberate connection to European brewing heritage.

The Black Abbey Brewing Company was established in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2013 by founders John Owen and Carl Meier. The brewery focuses on European brewing traditions, utilizing time-honored methods to produce a portfolio of beers rooted in historical styles. This approach was intended to defy prevailing trends in the American craft beer market by emphasizing balance and tradition. Black Abbey maintains a dedication to traditional styles, resulting in beers that reflect conviction in historical brewing processes.

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2952 Sidco Dr Ste 211, Nashville, Tennessee, 37204-3710

Phone: 615-755-0070

Website: http://www.blackabbeybrewing.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to The Black Abbey Brewing Company.

Beer Styles at The Black Abbey Brewing Company

The Black Abbey Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes belgian-style ale, india pale ale, german-style lager, english-style ale, Belgian-Style Blonde Ale, Belgian-Style Abbey Ale, West-Coast Style Ale, Irish-style Red Ale, Festbier Ale, American-Style Brown Ale, Bock-Style Bier, and Belgian-style Tripel. 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 The Black Abbey Brewing Company located?
The Black Abbey Brewing Company is located at 2952 Sidco Dr Ste 211, Nashville, Tennessee, 37204-3710. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are The Black Abbey Brewing Company's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 615-755-0070 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about The Black Abbey Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.blackabbeybrewing.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.