Main Channel Brewing Company
Main Channel brewery is the first to produce local craft beer in Guntersville.
After the Cathedral Caverns tour, we were ready for our favorite post hike activity: a cold beer! Just 25 minutes away on the scenic lake town of Guntersville is Main Channel Brewing Company. Main Channel brewery is the first to produce local craft beer in Guntersville.
It seemed straight out of a Southern Living magazine
Guntersville is located on Guntersville Lake. This northern Alabama lake is Alabama’s largest lake and it is 75 miles long! I loved driving through the town of Guntersville on the way over. It seemed straight out of a Southern Living magazine. Anyway, our brewery destination was right across the street from the lake. So while we sipped our beers, we sat outside and enjoyed the lake views!
Main Channel Brewing Company does not offer an extensive draft list like some other breweries do. However, out of the 11 beers that were on tap while we were there, the ones we tried were awesome. I tried the Peach and Apricot Sour and the Hydrant City Lager. The Peach and Apricot Sour was excellent – not too sour at all but still had a happy tart flavor. The lager was served in a 16 oz stein, for only $6! The lager was light and refreshing. Jesse had the Amber Ale and the India Pale Ale. Jesse liked the IPA better.
I can’t wait to visit Main Channel again in the future
Main Channel Brewing Company was a great finish to our cave trip. The bartender was friendly, the brewery was family friendly, and the whole place gave off a “local spot” kind of vibe. I really can’t wait to come back up this way in north Alabama – but I really can’t wait to visit Main Channel again in the future!
Happy Trails,
Katie & Jesse
Tips for your Trip to Main Channel Brewing
- Note that the brewery’s website in currently experiencing technical difficulties and cannot be reached. Instead, find Main Channel on Facebook (updated regularly) and Yelp.
- Parking Availability: Located in downtown Guntersville, parking can be limited. Look for street parking or nearby public parking lots to ensure a smooth arrival.
- Try a Flight: If you’re new to the brewery, consider ordering a beer flight to sample multiple of their local craft brews and find your favorite.
- Food Options: While breweries don’t always serve full meals, check if they have food trucks, allow outside food, or have nearby restaurants you can order from.
- Bring ID: As with all breweries, make sure everyone in your group brings a valid photo ID, as they will check for age verification before serving beer.
Main Channel Brewing Information
- Address: 2090 Gunter Ave, Guntersville, AL (Google Map)
- Phone: (256) 960-5070
- Email: [email protected]
- Hours (posted on Facebook):
Monday: 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Tuesday: 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday: 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Thursday: 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Friday: 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
