Today is International Beer Day, a celebration of pubs, taprooms, and all who brew and serve beer around the world. In honor of this festive occasion, we’ve decided to highlight some great Santa Barbara breweries that make the act of gathering with friends and family so much more delicious.

If you’re looking for a place to host your bachelor or bachelorette party, or would like to feature local beers in your wedding celebration, consider reaching out to one of these fine establishments!

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. was founded in 2010 by father and son team Jim and Jaime Dietenhofer. Since then, they’ve racked up nearly 200 medals as one of the most award-winning breweries in the country, and their three taprooms throughout Santa Barbara County have played host to hundreds of celebrations big and small.

The expansive beer garden in Buellton is the perfect spot for industrial-chic ceremonies and receptions up to 300. The cozy cottage in Los Olivos features a beautiful shaded garden to share a beer in all year long. And the Funk Zone taproom in downtown Santa Barbara is the spot to host your party in the center of the action.

The Brewhouse

The Brewhouse is another Santa Barbara establishment that provides a wide variety of refreshing, handcrafted beers. The brewery has a long list of ales, lagers, and more to fit everyone’s taste—and they even have a special wedding day ale!

If you’re looking to brew up something completely original to drink at your reception, The Brewhouse invites you to collaborate with their brewers to brew your own signature beer:

You will meet with our brewers to create a recipe and name for this beer. Then we schedule a brew day, at least three weeks before you want to serve it. On brew day you will spend a fun informative day learning about the brewing process and assisting our staff in creating your special beer. A couple of weeks later your Bride Ale will be ready, and a keg (or more) of the beer will be provided for you to proudly serve at your rehearsal, reception, or wedding party. 

Grooms-to-be are welcome to participate in the process as well!

 Prices start at $485.  Contact Pete Johnson at 805-963-2739 for more information. 

The Mill

Stylistically restored respecting the buildings’ original heritage, The Mill is a modern spin on what was a historic Feed Mill originally constructed in 1904. The venue's contemporary and industrial design combination paired with native landscaping lend to an undeniably alluring exterior view of the venue.

Located in an up and coming urban, industrial zone near the heart of downtown Santa Barbara and just steps away from the Funk Zone arts district, the Mill is uniquely zoned to allow the manufacturing of wine and beer on-site. Visit The Mill for a craft beer at their taproom, or plan your engagement party featuring great brews in their beautiful open air courtyard, which doubles as an artisanal marketplace!

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