Independent UK Craft Breweries
The UK has a rich and diverse craft brewing scene, from ancient city brewpubs to remote Highland farmhouse breweries. Browse every independent brewery on BrewWho, explore their core range, find taprooms near you and buy direct from the makers.
85 breweries found
Loch Leven Brewery
Loch Leven Brewery produce small batch handcrafted beer in the heart of Scotland.
Loch Lomond Brewery
Loch Lomondside craft brewery in Alexandria since 2011 — Bonnie & Blonde, West Highland Way IPA and seasonal ales from the national park.
Loch Ness Brewery
Highland craft brewery on the shores of Loch Ness near Drumnadrochit — Nessie's Monster Mash and Wildfire ales in the shadow of the famous loch.
Lola Rose Brewery
Small independent craft brewery producing quality ales and craft beers with a personal touch — named in honour of someone clearly very much loved.
McEwan's
Edinburgh's beloved brewing brand since 1856 — McEwan's Champion lager and 80 Shilling ales now brewed under Carlsberg Marston's.
Moonwake Beer Co Leith
Award-winning Leith, Edinburgh craft brewery since 2021 — producing quality lagers, pale ales and modern craft beers from a Leith taproom.
MòR Brewing
Visit Mor Brewing now to find the best drinks in the world or create a fantastic mix.
Newbarns Brewery
Award-winning Edinburgh craft brewery in Leith since 2020 — precise unfiltered lagers and pilsners with rapid international acclaim.
Oban Bay
Small craft brewery at the head of Oban Bay in Argyll — ales inspired by the fishing heritage and wild Highland coastal landscape.
Old Worthy Brewing Company
Small independent craft brewery producing quality ales and craft beers worthy of the finest traditional British pub heritage.
Orkney Brewery
Scotland's most remote mainland craft brewery in Quoyloo, Orkney since 1988 — producing Dark Island, Skull Splitter and Viking ales steeped in Norse heritage.
Otherworld Breewing
Independent craft brewery producing imaginative, fantasy-inspired ales and craft beers — every brew a journey to somewhere beyond the ordinary.
Pilot Beer
Our focus has always been on quality, and we’d rather work on a beer that’s really special to us than jump on the latest fad.
Saltrock Brewing
Independent South West craft brewery producing quality ales and craft beers inspired by the surf, coast and outdoor lifestyle of Devon and Cornwall.
Sheep in Wolfs Clothing Brewery
Independent craft brewery producing deceptively flavourful ales and IPAs with more complexity than their approachable look suggests.
Shilling Brewing Company
Glasgow craft brewery and bar on West George Street since 2016 — producing Shilling IPA, Red and Lager inspired by Scotland's historic shilling ale system.
Sinnister Brew
Looking for a micro-brewery in Dalkeith? Pay a visit to Sinnister Brew. We produce premium quality, barrel-aged imperial stouts and porters for the UK market.
Spey Valley Brewery
Speyside craft brewery in Mulben, Keith — Stillman's Tipple, Sunshine on Keith and ales steeped in whisky valley heritage.
St Andrews Brewing
Independent Scottish craft brewery in St Andrews since 2012 — quality ales and craft beers from the home of golf and Scotland's oldest university.
Stewart Brewing
Award-winning Edinburgh craft brewery since 2004 — Edinburgh Gold, Copper Cascade and bold experimental ales distributed across Scotland.
Sulwath Brewers
Sulwath Brewers real ales are hand crafted to exacting standards which are brewed traditionally, with no concentrates, colourings or extract.
Swannay Brewery
Orkney farm brewery near Evie since 2010 — producing Scapa Special, Orkney IPA and Island Pale Ale from a converted farm steading on the Mainland.
Tempest Brew Co
Acclaimed Scottish Borders craft brewery in Kelso since 2010 — Modern Helles, Long White Cloud and award-winning experimental releases.
The Hanging Bat Brewing Co". The Hanging Bat Brewing Co.
Edinburgh craft beer bar and brewpub on Lothian Road since 2013 — The Hanging Bat brews on-site alongside an exceptional rotating craft beer selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many craft breweries are there in the UK?
- The UK has over 1,800 independent craft breweries listed on BrewWho, spanning everything from small one-barrel setups to regional producers with national distribution. The number has grown significantly since the early 2010s craft beer boom.
- What makes a brewery 'craft'?
- There's no legal definition in the UK, but craft breweries are generally independently owned, small-to-medium in size, and focused on quality and flavour over volume. They typically produce a wide range of styles and often experiment with ingredients and techniques.
- Can I visit UK craft breweries?
- Many UK craft breweries have taprooms or visitor centres open to the public. You can find opening hours and details on each brewery's profile page on BrewWho.
- Can I buy direct from UK craft breweries?
- Yes — many independent breweries sell directly through their websites. BrewWho links to each brewery's online shop so you can buy direct and support them without going through a retailer.