When it comes to the beer prevention , it seems the catchword could be : " Go big or go home . ” But of course , size of it is n’t all that matter when we ’re talking beer lists . ( We swear , we are talking about beer inclination . ) Charleston is seemingly experience an explosion of local brew grasp , which is thus fuel the Lowcountry ’s making love of the beer Browning automatic rifle . ( Seriously , there ’s a Facebook page and everything . ) So , when it ’s meter to belly out up for some brewskis , here ’s where we go .
Bohemian Bull
James IslandA James Island beer bar with an expansive outside beer garden , Bohemian Bull also has a fussy indoor bar and an expanding beer listing with close to 40 taps and an even bigger bottle carte du jour . It can be loud inside so let the kids play outside . With the sizable space , it ’s easy to find a spot where you’re able to rivet to create your own beer flight for just $ 10 .
Craftsmen Kitchen & Tap House
French QuarterThis beer mecca is simple stride off hustle East Bay St , so it ’s easy to find for tourists , but it ’s also a big stop for topical anaesthetic as well – peculiarly on Sunday Funday when large format beers are half - price . The back patio is a great place to savor allege brews , so either grab a bottle or ignore them all together and go for one of the 48 tap brews . If you visit after the sun break down , you ’ll still have mountain to sample , admit munchies from the kitchen . ( It stay assailable until after midnight . )
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Upper KingWhile this stripe is n’t nigh as previous as Gene ’s , it was still forward of the craft beer undulation that Charleston is currently experiencing , so it ’s safe to say the faculty hump a thing or two about the scene . What ’s really play here is that you’re able to get your pours in three sizes : 10 oz , 16 oz , or a l ( which is a monster of a beer ) . If you ’re abide for one of those , better order the Pork Slap sandwich to go along with it ( a piece of fried pork scollop and some braised pulled pork topped with swiss , tomatoes , pickled mustard seeds , and house sauce on a brioche bun . ) But whatever you do , do n’t take that as an excuse to slap anyone , OK ? ( Unless they deserve it … )
Gene’s Haufbrau
AvondaleEstablished in 1952 , Gene ’s is the old barroom in Charleston , and it has always welcomed in patron to relish its wide selection of beer . It ’s a dive saloon of the best form ( which means the requisite dicey privy ) and is where generation of Charlestonians learned a beer language beyond just Budweiser . Not that Gene ’s does n’t have ( and dish up ) plenty of Bud , of course of action ; there ’s just a great deal more to pick from on this beer list . If you ’re not certain where to start out , find a seat at the bar in front of the beer tank and take a gander .
Craft Conundrum
West AshleyOn the other end of the timeline is Craft Conundrum , one of Charleston ’s new place to park on a barstool . Owned by a hubby - and - wife team that was once responsible for the beer variety at select Piggly Wigglys ( The Pig ) , they ’ve brought their extensive knowledge of tap for growlers into their first bar . It ’s located in a strip mall anchor by a food market stock ( which once was a Pig ) and some fast solid food . But adjudicate not to pronounce . intrust us : you ’ll be visiting this strip center over and over once you recognize they have 100 + beer available in growler . Who need market ? Beerisfood !
Madra Rua Irish Pub
Park CircleMadra Rua is much more than it ’s annual St. Patty ’s Day celebration , though we ’ll admit that ’s an easy yes to go " on the lash , " as the Irish say . But it ’s great for a dry pint other times of the year as well . It might not have the ponderosity of some of the other beer lists , but the pub experience , people , and Black Magic ( Guinness and Magic Hat No . 9 ) make you palpate at home in one of North Charleston ’s best ‘ hoods .
The Barrel
James IslandThe Barrel is a barrel . Really . It ’s a barrel - shaped construction sate with local and regional beer jell on a creek . There ’s a grassy , waterfront backyard where solid food trucks ballpark , hound play , mass chat ( and on occasion hula hoop or playact cornhole ) , and of course of study , toast from one of the 33 selections . There ’s not a circle of people singing “ Kumbaya ” yet , but have a couple of brews in this setting and it ’s possible you ’ll sense like starting one .
Coleman Public House
Mt. PleasantWell - establish Coleman Public House in Mt. P has top - notch truffle youngster , but most beer nerds confab to geek out with the other beer nerds behind the saloon , discussing the ever - splay blackboard tap listing of seasonal , tripels , and all those IPAs . Head here to learn the beer slang you need to go from beginner to pro and to finally bed the remainder between Cascade and Centennial hops in the nose of a pour .
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Jack of Cups
Folly BeachFor such a tiny place , Jack of Cups certain pack in the pint . The beer leaning is divided by flair , and there are sight of them you ’ll be hard - pressed to find elsewhere . To help you navigate it all , co - owner Lesley Carroll is usually in the theatre to steer you in narrow down down a selection , from a 21st Amendment Watermelon Wheat all the way to a Lagunitas Imperial Stout .
Edmund’s Oast
NoMoEdmund ’s Oast is the only one on this list to brew its own beer . And frankly , we ’re blushing a snatch to cite this brewpub - meet - cocktail - bungalow - meets - restaurantyet again . perhaps we have a bit of a crush , o.k. ? But more than potential , it ’s just that the beer is damn good , and they do n’t separate , pour out everything from their own beer ( include a topically famous PB&J pint ) , to Evil Twin , to thing you ’ve never hear of . Just go , stare up at the wall of beer , and peck one . You ’ll understand why we ’re smitten .
House of Brews
Mt. PleasantYou may not find this place on many lists ( until now ) , but House of Brews is a hidden gemstone on the way to Sullivan ’s Island . It has unique beer from around the world , take to have the big beer pick in the area , and offers all beers on draft either at the cake or in a growler ( to be taken home ) . There ’s always something start on at House of Brews ( capable mic Night on Friday and Saturdays ) , so ensure to stop on by and meet all the decent Charlestonians that seem to fill up this spot each and every dark .
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Stephanie Burtis a contributor for Thrillist based in Charleston who believe she only liked Mexican lager until she discovered saisons , porters , and a proficient dark-brown ale . Find her random musings and nutrient word at@beehivestephor on her hebdomadary podcast , The Southern Fork .
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Morgan Livingston
Dan Cook/ Amanda Metcalf
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Craft Conundrum
The Barrel
Tattooed Moose
Edmund’s Oast
