Big Beach Brewing Company is the local brewery in Gulf Shores, Alabama! Offering craft beers, live music, and so much fun in the taproom.
Big Beach Brewing Company
Big Beach Brewery is located in the heart of Gulf Shores, Alabama! It is a favorite for locals and visitors to enjoy great beer.
When the garage doors are open and the coastal breeze flows through the taproom it is epic! They have a 10 barrel brewing system on site.
If you want to soak up the Southern sun you can relax in the front yard in Adirondack chairs while local musicians play on the weekends.
They currently do not have food available from the brewery so we suggest packing a picnic of your favorite local Gulf Shores food to enjoy. Some weekends they have food trucks parked nearby offering great local food.
Big Beach Brewing Company is the southernmost brewery in Alabama. Don't worry if you are not a beer drinker they have multiple flavors of Big Jerk Soda made in Pensacola in the coolers.
Big Beach Brewing was started by locals Jim and Julie Shamburger to brew what they enjoy and want to share with the community.
Indoor Seating
There is a combination of low and high top tables and chairs available inside the brewery. This is a great place to watch a game or even ton the large TVs.
Indoor Bar
The brewery bar has tall chairs next to it. Craft Beer Lovers will love being able to talk about the local beer with the bartender and other visitors at the bar.
Outdoor Seating
There are Adirondack chairs spread out for great
Big Beach Brewing Beers
Big Big Brewing produces all kids of Ales including ipas, stouts, Cream Ales, and Belgian-style beers.
There are six fermenters on site which allows them to present 12 beers on tap at any given time. They are proud to have a "tank to tap" operation. This means that they have eight 300 gallon vessels behind the bar that hold their locally made beer and send it straight to the tap.
The head brewer is Rod Murray.
Flagship Beers
Hundred Daze IPA - 69 IBU/ 6.8% ABV
Rod's Reel Cream Ale - 15 IBU/5.0% ABV
Dixie's Heart Irish Red Ale - 23 IBU/ 5% ABV
Area 251 Hazy IPA - 49 IBU/ 6.5% ABV
Seasonal Beers on Tap
The seasonal beers rotate frequently which is the perfect reason to go back continually to try new smaller batch brews.
This is an example of seasonal beers. I can't guarantee these will be available when you visit but I promise there will be epic beer to try.
The in-house brewers come up with some truly amazing beers perfect for enjoying after a long day in the sun.
Hola Olas Mexican Lager - 20 IBU / 5.3% ABV
Midnight Cruise Porter - 36 IBU / 6.3% ABV
Shelvis Blueberry Mango Sour - 8 IBU / 6.9% ABV
Coconautilus Brown Ale - 25 IBU / 5.6% ABV
1 Ship Wonder Belgian Enkel 4.6% ABV
Blackberry Guava Lemonade 6.9% ABV
Catman's Kolsch 5% ABV
Shores Light Lager - 9 IBU / 4.2 ABV
G-BOT Citrus Wheat 15 IBU / 5% AB
Tangerine & Blood Orange Emergen-Sea 8.5% ABV
Wolf Bae Wheat Beer 18 IBU/ 5.5% ABV
Shores Light Lager - American Light 9 IBU / 4.2% ABV
Surrender Cobra Schwarzbier 24 IBU / 5% ABV
Big Beach Brewing Lemon Shandy
Yacht Rocker Meyer Lemon Gose Sour-Traditional Gose 6 IBU / 4.3% ABV
Amy Honey Basil Wheat - Honey Beer 19 IBU / 5.6% ABV
Grapefruit Radler - Radler
Skyrockets Bomb Pop Sour Ale - Sour fruited 7 IBU / 6.8% ABV
They also have Cabernet Sauvignon, Rose, Chardonnay, and Merlot available.
Why you will love Big Beach Brewing
- Local Gulf Shores Craft Brewery
- Live Music and Events
- Southernmost Brewery in Alabama
- Favorite places for live music and local beer
- Freshest beer in south Alabama
- New beers every month or two
- 10-barrel brewhouse located in the heart of Gulf Shores
Big Beach Brewing Company Events
Make sure to check out the Big Beach Brewing Company Facebook Page for their current events calendar.
They have great local bands, jam nights, runners club, and more.
Things to know when planning a visit to Big Beach Brewing
Address - 300 E 24th Ave, Gulf Shores, Alabama
Phone - 251-948-2337
Hours -
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Monday: Noon - 10 pm
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Tuesday: Noon - 10 pm
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Wednesday: Noon - 10 pm
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Thursday: Noon - 10 pm
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Friday: Noon - 11 pm
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Saturday: Noon - 11 pm
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Sunday: Noon - 10 pm
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There are paved accessible parking spaces near the front entrance to the brewery.
Plus Size Seating - The inside tables include
Outdoor seating incudes Adirondack chairs and table chairs that do have arms on them.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual
Pets - The front yard and side yard are open for dogs. Dogs must be on a leash at all times.
Parking - There is a parking area next to the brewery.
They do not take reservations for tables. Everything is first come first serve so make sure you arrive early if you really want to see a great local band.
Kegs - They are unable to sell kegs from the brewery but you can arrange to get one with the Piggly Wiggly in Foley. Make sure to give them a weeks notice.
Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Pelican Scoops Ice Cream - Super cute new Gulf Shores Ice Cream Shop right across the street.
Foam Coffee - the perfect spot to relax on the outdoor patio with your favorite drink.
Tacky Jacks Gulf Shores - Located right across the street is a fun family friendly restaurant.
Galway Public House - New Irish bar opening just down the road from Big Beach Brewing.
Lickin Good Donuts - Just around the corner is one of the best donut shops in Gulf Shores!
The Ugly Diner - Just around the corner is a great breakfast spot that has delicious food and a casual atmosphere.
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