plural breweries
: a place where beer is produced
Cape Cod Beer owner and brewer Todd Marcus expects the brewery expansion to be completed by early April, allowing him to keep up with the flagship brews, as well as seasonal offerings.—
Jen Harmon
Jen HarmonBreweries from Brooklyn to Norwalk, Conn., are putting in more and bigger brewing vats, plotting new lagers, ales and stouts.—Kirk Johnson
see also microbrewery
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Between the University of Virginia, dozens of wineries and breweries, and local purveyors, the city offers plenty to explore.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
Ticketed guests can sample signature food menu items and drinks from Oceanside restaurants, wineries and breweries.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
Netflix’s new historical drama House of Guinness brings the epic story of the legendary Guinness family — and the iconic brewery that bears its name — to the small screen.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
This relaxed brewery prioritizes inclusivity on the frontlines, not only with its ADA-compliant dining area and sensory space, but also by employing staff with developmental disabilities.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
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Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
Ticketed guests can sample signature food menu items and drinks from Oceanside restaurants, wineries and breweries.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Sep. 2025
Netflix’s new historical drama House of Guinness brings the epic story of the legendary Guinness family — and the iconic brewery that bears its name — to the small screen.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
This relaxed brewery prioritizes inclusivity on the frontlines, not only with its ADA-compliant dining area and sensory space, but also by employing staff with developmental disabilities.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 26 Sep. 2025
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“Brewery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brewery. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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brewery
noun
brew·ery
ˈbrü-ə-rē 
ˈbru̇(-ə)r-ē
plural breweries
: a plant where malt liquors are brewed
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