If you can manage to get past the plethora of magical restaurants and wineries synonymous with the region, then there’s no doubt you’ll stumble across some of the brilliant breweries in Mornington Peninsula.
It seems more and more Mornington Peninsula breweries are popping up year on year, with everything from hand-crafted beers, ciders and spirits to delectable gourmet food offerings on offer in some of the most beautiful indoor/outdoor settings you’ll find.
Much like the local wine growers, breweries in Mornington Peninsula are benefiting from perfect growing conditions and of course the picturesque and peaceful scenery synonymous with this spectacular region.
When searching for breweries Mornington Peninsula, perhaps not surprisingly you’ll come across those who are now well established along the beautiful beachside stretch including St Andrews Beach Brewery, Mornington Peninsula Brewery and the Red Hill Brewery.
The breweries in Mornington Peninsula have intricate and varied menus of specialty brews, with house made ciders and spirits also beginning to take their place.
In Red Hill, Bass and Flinders Distillery is a bespoke distillery and cellar door, producing a range of gins, vodka, limoncello and brandy. If you’re doing a tour of breweries Mornington Peninsula, this one is a must stop!
Undecided? Drop in to Mock Red Hill for a single orchard brewed cider, best enjoyed in their Cider Lounge – making it one of the great finds of a Mornington Peninsula breweries tour.
When it comes to Mornington Peninsula breweries, there really is something for everyone – check out the list below to find your next beachside brew.
Mornington Peninsula Breweries:
St Andrews Brewery
Arguably one of the best Mornington Peninsula breweries, St Andrews Beach Brewery is situated on a 92-acre property formally known as ‘Markdel’. In the mid-2000s, the property housed up to 80 thoroughbred horses and boasted its very own grassed race track.
When the property became available in 2015 and with the infrastructure in place, a team of co-owners set about turning the former stables into one of the most sought after breweries in Mornington Peninsula.
Underpinned by the drive to brew the finest beer of the Mornington Peninsula breweries, every drop of beer is brewed and packaged on-site in its state-of-the-art brewhouse and canning line.
Next time you’re at St Andrews Brewery, you’ll see the beautiful Italian themed brewhouse and passionate team of brewers on display.
Dainton Brewery
Situated at the gateway to a plethora of breweries in Mornington Peninsula, Dainton Brewery is the perfect pit stop on your way to the beachside hubs.
When it comes to creative beer choices at breweries Mornington Peninsula, Dainton is right up there with its Jungle Juice Hazy IPA, Blood Orange NEIPA smf Flamingo Pink Lemonade Sour all providing some interesting thirst quenching options.
With a generous outdoor beer garden, the shed-like brewery is located off the Peninsula Link and is well worth calling in on as part of your Mornington Peninsula breweries tour.
Frankston Brewhouse
Aiming to provide everyone that visits a valuable Mornington Peninsula breweries experience, Frankston Brewhouse has created a thriving and vibrant hub, where beer loving individuals can come together to share a laugh and have a good time while enjoying hand crafted beers and delicious food.
A true craft boutique brewery among the range of breweries in Mornington Peninsula, Frankston Brewhouse specialises in socially approachable beers, great stories and an incredible community vibe.
Mornington Peninsula Brewery
One of the first Mornington Peninsula breweries, the aptly named Mornington Brewery has to be one of the most traditional and authentic of them all.
Its independently crafted beers use only the finest hops and malts offering classic pale ales to seasonal specials, its award-winning range belongs really has something for everyone when it comes to breweries in Mornington Peninsula.
With designs to reflect the spirit of the Mornington Peninsula, its award winning beers include classics such as American Pale Ale, Extra Pale Ale and English Brown Ale.
Red Hill Brewery
With a focus on brewing beers that are sessionable and a pleasure to drink, Red Hill Brewery will appeal to the true craft beer lover when it comes to breweries Mornington Peninsula.
Born out of a passion for amazing full flavoured brews enjoyed overseas, Red Hill Brewery is one of the Mornington Peninsula breweries that loves all things food, beer and the lifestyle that amazing region embodies.
Crafted all year round, its sessional favourites include Kolsch/Golden Ale, Pilsner, Wheat Beer and Scotch Ale with Two Bays Pale and East Coast IPA also incorporated in the line up.
Two Bays Brewery (Gluten Free Beer)
One of if not the only Mornington Peninsula breweries that is completely gluten free, Two Bays Brewery is not just about accessing quality beer, but the entire craft beer experience.
From the flavour to the look, feel and smell, and not forgetting great company to share it with, Two Bays Brewery ensures all those over 18 with gluten allergies do not miss out on the Mornington Peninsula breweries experience.
Proudly situated in Dromana amongst Victoria’s great Mornington Peninsula breweries, whether you’re gluten free or not, Two Bays Brewery is a worthy stop over.
Jetty Road Brewery
With a range of specialty beers on tap, including a Pale Ale, Lager and Refreshing Ale, Dromana’s Jetty Road Brewery ticks all the boxes when it comes to a tour of Mornington Peninsula breweries.
Like most breweries in Mornington Peninsula, Jetty Road is hugely popular on the weekends and during summer holidays, with people from not only Melbourne flocking beachside for a brew, but those from Australia and overseas.
A true one stop shop for top local eats and drinks, breweries in Mornington Peninsula do not come much better than Jetty Road. Make sure to try their Choc Milk Stout and Blueberry Sour!