Long Island North Fork Craft Brewery Tour

Not long ago, Long Island had just one brewery. Today, there are over 50, with many located on the North Fork. Exploring these local breweries offers a delightful way to experience some of Long Island's best craft beers.

The North Fork is known for its wineries, golf courses, fishing, galleries, shopping, and dining. However, embarking on a craft brewery tour has become an increasingly popular pastime. Many breweries welcome visitors to tour their facilities and learn about the brewing process. Even those without formal tours often have tasting rooms or onsite brewpubs, providing an excellent opportunity to sample their full range of beers, including specialty and seasonal brews that may have limited distribution.

Notable North Fork Breweries

• Greenport Harbor Brewing Co.
  Located on Carpenter Street in Greenport, with a second location featuring a gastropub and brewery in Peconic. Greenport Harbor Brewing is one of Long Island’s most popular and successful breweries, offering a variety of ales and seasonal beers.
• Shelter Island Craft Brewery
  Situated at 55 N Ferry Rd, Shelter Island, this New York State-certified farm brewery crafts unique beers using ingredients like honey, apples, beach plums, spices, and even Shelter Island scallops. The brewery features a tasting room and outdoor seating.
• Tradewinds Brewing Co.
  Found at 70 W Main St, Riverhead, Tradewinds Brewing offers a diverse selection, including IPAs, ales, saisons, strong ales, stouts, pilsners, and porters. Their tasting room typically has eight beers on tap and is considered a local destination.
• Jamesport Farm Brewery
  A pet-friendly microbrewery and tasting room located on 43 acres of farmland. Instead of traditional brewery tours, Jamesport offers farm tours. Visitors can enjoy samples or pints of their locally sourced beers, such as brown ales, IPAs, American pale ales, and seasonal varieties.
• Long Ireland Beer Co.
  Located at 817 Pulaski St, Riverhead, Long Ireland is a homegrown brewery offering a full line of beers available in bottles throughout Long Island. Their tasting room provides a welcoming space to sample their offerings.
• North Fork Brewing Company
  Situated at 24 East 2nd Street, Suite A, Riverhead, this farm brewery is dedicated to creating craft beer anchored in North Fork traditions. They grow their own Nugget and Chinook hops and source ingredients locally to infuse their beers with the true flavor of the region.

Planning Your Brewery Tour

Creating a self-guided brewery tour is straightforward with the list above. However, if you'd prefer not to drive, several local companies offer craft brewery tours:

• North Fork Wine Tours
  Provides craft brewery tours with round-trip transportation, visits to three breweries of your choice, and optional gourmet lunch boxes. Some breweries on their tours offer food service and live entertainment.
• Tapped Enterprises – The L.I. Beer Bus
  Offers scenic and memorable tours through Long Island's wine country, including stops at Greenport Harbor Brewing Company, Long Ireland Beer Company, and Twin Fork Beer Company. Enjoy flights or pints at each location, with options for food and outdoor games.

Accommodations

Enhance your Long Island getaway by staying at Arbor View House Bed and Breakfast. Our B&B offers world-class amenities, delicious breakfasts, and a range of spa services. We can arrange for a self-guided tour with a driver to ensure you enjoy your brewery visits safely and comfortably. Book your room at Arbor View House Bed and Breakfast today! Call us at (631) 477-8440 or visit our website for more information.