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The link between golf and beer goes far beyond simply popping a top on the course. While each can be enjoyed in solitude, craft beer and golf also evoke a solid sense of community. As with any sport, there can be friendly competition. Post-game beers are often a traditional way to unwind, discuss the highs and lows, and celebrate victories.<\/p>\n
\u201cCraft beer is an expansive culture with a huge gradient of beers, breweries, and folks who enjoy all aspects of brewery culture. Golf is the same, with its athletes, enthusiasts, and fun seekers,\u201d says Heather Kraemer, co-owner and co-founder at Kraemer & Kin, located on Alburg Golf Links in Vermont.<\/p>\n
Kraemer & Kin is one of many breweries situated on a golf course. There are even more that are simply inspired by the game, producing beers with golf enthusiasts in mind or striving to combine the beer experience with that of the game.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe aim to create refreshing, sessionable beers that can be easily enjoyed on the golf course without affecting performance,\u201d says TJ Walker, general partner of Backswing Brewing Co., which offers player-friendly brews such as Citra Kolsch, Wheat Ale, and Backspin Apple Wheat Ale.<\/p>\n
Each of these breweries offers its own draws for golf\u2014and beer\u2014enthusiasts.<\/p>\n
Kraemer & Kin<\/a> is conveniently located on the Alburg Golf Links, an 18-hole course featuring 6,562 yards of golf. The brewery\u2019s location allows for the ability to grow hops and expand production for creatively brewed beers such as Lilac Sour, Coffee IPA, and Garlic Mustard Saison. Once golfers are done playing the course, they can enjoy fresh beer and wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches, and appetizers.<\/p>\n Backswing Brewing Co.<\/a>, located near Eagle Run Golf Course, was founded by three friends who loved to play a round together and enjoy a few beers afterward. The brewery hosts regular viewing parties for major golf tournaments at both its Lincoln and Omaha taprooms. It also collaborates with local golf courses and bars to sponsor tournaments and offer discounts for golfers. Beer lovers can also find the classic Golden Tee arcade-style golf game in both taprooms.<\/p>\n ShawneeCraft Brewing Company<\/a> is located within The Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in Pennsylvania. Along with the championship course situated along the scenic Delaware River, there\u2019s also a practice facility designed by golf architect Tom Doak, golf camp and lessons, and a driving range. Afterward, players can enjoy 16 beers and hard seltzers in the brewery\u2019s taproom, such as Mosier\u2019s Mosaic New England IPA, Clubhouse K\u00f6lsch, and Seven Bridges American Amber Ale.<\/p>\n Canyon Lakes Golf Course and Brewery<\/a> features both 18 beers on tap and an 18-hole golf course\u2014coincidence? Golf-inspired beers include Fairway Gold Cream Ale, Players Premium Lager, Green Jacket American IPA, Members Only California Common Lager, and Scrambler India Pale Lager. A post-game meal here includes expansive options such as pub grub appetizers, soups and salads, burgers and sandwiches, and hearty entrees.<\/p>\n Upland Brewery<\/a> has several locations around Indiana, one of which happens to be perched on The Pfau Course on the campus of Indiana University. The golf course was designed by architect Steve Smyers and two-time major winner and Hoosier native Fuzzy Zoeller. There are also two driving ranges and a short-game practice area with a 100-yard fairway, two green complexes, a 10,332-square-foot putting green, and two practice bunkers.<\/p>\n Hank Hudson Brewing Co.<\/a>, located at the Fairways of Halfmoon Golf Club, offers an eclectic variety of beers such as Two Buttons Deep Blueberry Golden Ale, Best Summer Ever Sour Ale, Sweet Ruby Black IPA, and Matty A\u2019s Liquid Therapy Double IPA to go along with brick oven pizza, paninis, and small plates.<\/p>\n While sipping a Honey Fig Vanilla Saison, Chai White IPA, Elderflower Session IPA, or other creative brew, guests can partake in a game of miniature golf at Whistle Hop Brewing Company<\/a>. It\u2019s a six-hole train-themed course with steel truss bridges, tunnels, other train-related obstacles, and of course places to rest your beer throughout. The miniature golf course is free for guests, along with other outdoor games such as mini bowling, disc golf, Connect Four, and bocce ball.<\/p>\n Many of the beers at the aptly named 3 Iron Brewing Co.<\/a> are inspired by the game, including Albatross Double IPA, Eagle IPA, Short Iron Pale Ale, Ball Striking Blonde, and Hacker\u2019s Honey Wheat. Each of these beers is brewed one barrel at a time to ensure the highest quality. 3ironbrewingco.com<\/em><\/p>\n Ironclad Golf & Beer Garden<\/a> serves Ironclad Brewing\u2019s beers such as Smoked Honey Lager, Chocolate Coconut Porter, and Expedition Pale Ale, along with shard seltzers. Shaka Taco is on-site for tacos, wings, nachos, and taco bowls. In addition to an 18-hole course, there\u2019s also a driving range and night golf, along with a pickleball center.<\/p>\n Sockeye Brewing<\/a> has two locations in Boise serving an eclectic beer list: Barrel-Aged Coco Peak Milk Stout, a Mexican lager with lime, and Means of Subsistence Extra Special Bitter. Located right inside the Alehouse location is a nine-hole putting course called The Turn. The course and beers complement a food menu of sliders, pretzel bites, and pizzas.<\/p>\n Dogleg Brewing Co.<\/a> points out that with both golf and brewing you have to be creative, calculated, adaptable, and precise, but at the same time social.\u00a0The brewery, started by friends who met through golfing, serves inspired brews such as Range Session IPA, Blind Shot Hazy Pale, Foggy Fairway Juicy IPA, and Dubbel Bogey Belgian Dubbel. Golf enthusiasts can join the golf league, enjoy golf-related events, play on the on-site putting green, or venture to the golf simulator that offers courses such as Pebble Beach.<\/p>\n Links Brewing<\/a> doesn\u2019t have a taproom (yet) but the brewery takes its inspiration from golfing, with each beer\u2019s description circling back to the game. Hazy IPA is brewed so you can keep playing despite the weather, Summer Citrus Wheat is when you find yourself two back with three to play, and Christmas American Ale is for when you\u2019re planning a golf trip to Arizona or Florida.<\/p>\n The list of breweries offering an on-site golf simulator continues to grow. These simulators allow players to virtually golf at a variety of courses around the world while sipping local craft beer.<\/p>\n Aside from the aforementioned breweries, many others offer golf-inspired beers.<\/p>\nBackswing Brewing Co. | Lincoln, NE<\/h2>\n
ShawneeCraft Brewing Company | Shawnee, PA<\/h2>\n
Canyon Lakes Golf Course & Brewery | San Ramon, CA<\/h2>\n
Upland Brewery | Bloomington, IN<\/h2>\n
Hank Hudson Brewing Co. | Mechanicville, NY<\/h2>\n
Whistle Hop Brewing Company | Fairview, NC<\/h2>\n
3 Iron Brewing Co. | Colton, CA<\/h2>\n
Ironclad Golf & Beer Garden | Hampstead, NC<\/h2>\n
Sockeye Brewing | Boise, ID<\/h2>\n
Dogleg Brewing Co. | Vista, CA<\/h2>\n
Links Brewing | Pittsburgh, PA<\/h2>\n
Breweries with Golf Simulators<\/h2>\n
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