Muskoka Brewery is a craft brewery at 1964 Muskoka Beach Road in Bracebridge, about three minutes from Highway 11 via the road to the west, and it is the most recognisable name in Muskoka beer. The site has a taproom, a large patio, a retail store with beer, spirits, alcohol-free drinks and merchandise, and a snack menu that includes kid-friendly options. Seating is first come, first served, with no reservations, and the patio is dog friendly, with lawn games set out daily. Tours are available on request rather than on a fixed schedule, so it is worth asking at the taproom or checking the website if a tour matters to you. It is a relaxed, informal stop that works equally well for a post-hike drink, a lunch of charcuterie and pretzels, or picking up gifts to take home, and it fits comfortably between a morning at the Bracebridge falls and an afternoon elsewhere in the region.
What to expect
A casual taproom atmosphere rather than a formal tasting room. Order a flight or a pint at the bar, take it to the patio or a table indoors, and add a board of snacks if you want something to eat. The drinks range from the brewery's classic ales and lagers to seasonal releases, spirits and alcohol-free options, so there is something for designated drivers too.
The retail store sells cans and merchandise, and beer can be ordered for delivery through the website, which is handy if you want to send a case home.
Hours and seasons
The taproom keeps afternoon hours, typically from late morning or noon until about six in the evening, with the kitchen and bar closing a little earlier. The exact opening time differs between weekdays and weekends and changes with the season, so check the visit page for your date. Summer weekends and fall colour weekends are the busiest, and the patio is the best place to be in warm weather. In the cold months, the indoor seating makes it a comfortable stop after a walk at the falls.
Planning tips
Because tastings involve alcohol, arrange a designated driver or a taxi, since the brewery sits outside the town centre and public transport is limited. The patio is dog friendly, but check the rules for indoor seating. Families are welcome, with a kid-friendly snack menu, though the venue is primarily an adult one in the evening. Combine the brewery with a walk to the Bracebridge falls, lunch downtown or a drive to Santa's Village in the season, and consider it for rainy-day plans in any month.
If you are hosting a group, ask in advance about tour availability, because tours depend on staffing and brewing schedules. Most visits take about an hour, though the lawn games and the patio tempt people to stay longer on a sunny day.
Gifts and extras
The retail store is a good place for souvenirs that are easy to pack, from cans and glassware to clothing, and non-drinkers can choose from the alcohol-free range. The patio is pleasant at the end of a long drive, and you can bring a picnic basket to enjoy alongside a drink. If you are staying locally, ask the taproom what is new or seasonal, since small-batch releases change through the year.
What to expect
The experience
A casual taproom and patio visit with a retail store, with tours available on request.
Best time
Sunny afternoons for the patio, or any time of year for a warm indoor stop.
How long
About an hour, longer on a sunny day.
Tips
Check the visit page for hours, nominate a driver, and ask about tours in advance.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Craft beer fans and anyone who wants a relaxed stop in Bracebridge.
- Families
- There is a kid-friendly snack menu and lawn games, though the venue suits adults best in the evening.
- Couples
- Share a flight and a snack board on the patio after a walk to the falls.
- Pair with
- Bracebridge Falls, downtown Bracebridge and Santa's Village in season.
- Time needed
- One to two hours.
Good questions
Where is Muskoka Brewery?+
It is at 1964 Muskoka Beach Road in Bracebridge, about three minutes from Highway 11.
Do I need a reservation?+
No, seating is first come, first served. Summer and fall weekends are the busiest.
Are tours available?+
Tours are available on request rather than on a fixed schedule, so ask at the taproom or check the website.
Is it dog and family friendly?+
The patio is dog friendly and there is a kid-friendly snack menu. Check the rules for indoor seating.
Can I buy beer to take home?+
Yes, the retail store sells beer and merchandise, and beer can be ordered for delivery through the website.
