Craft Beer & Spirits

More Than Just Wine

While known for its wine, the Santa Ynez Valley is also home to a vibrant craft beverage scene. Explore local Santa Ynez craft beer, inventive distilleries, and casual taprooms that bring new flavor to Santa Barbara beer and spirits. Whether you’re into hazy IPAs, sours, or barrel-aged whiskey, there’s something refreshing waiting to be discovered in every town.

How is craft beer different from regular beer?

Craft breweries use small-batch methods, creative ingredients, and local sourcing to brew beers that are bold, balanced, and full of character. Unlike mass-produced beers, craft breweries in Santa Ynez focus on flavor innovation, seasonality, and community connection.

Fun In the Santa Ynez Valley

Craft Beer & Breweries

Explore the best Santa Ynez Valley breweries, taprooms, and distilleries offering tastings, flights, and relaxed spaces to sip with friends. Filter by town, style, or tasting type to find where to drink in Santa Ynez.