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The World’s 100 Best Breweries

The Alchemist Brewery

Stowe, United States

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST BREWERIES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 3 2026

Top 10No. 1 in North AmericaNo. 1 in the United States

The Alchemist Brewery

Brewery on the edge of Stowe, Vermont, known for Heady Topper and other hazy IPAs poured in the taproom and sold in cans. Set on a large lawn with lawn games, a food truck and mountain views, it draws families and dogs.

Highlights

  • Hand-pulled Heady Topper
  • Focal Banger and stouts
  • Lawn with cornhole games

Good to know

  • Only Heady Topper on tap, rest canned
  • Food trucks on site, otherwise snacks only
  • Dogs welcome outside, children common

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