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(Now Closed)Brewery and Bar$$$$
South Burlington
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Erik CintronNovember 11, 2017Famous magic hat. This is fun place hidden. Parking lot and when you open the door this low lite place was fun. It had so much color and crazy music and a lot of beer. Great service and merchandise
Tara EdwardsNovember 5, 2014Free self-guided tour with a SUPER cute movie. Free beer sampling. Can grab a growler of fresh beer cheap! Kids & parents loved this stop!
Magic Hat Brewing CompanyApril 3, 2013Be one of the firsts to grab our new, Liberty Bottle. Its a new 32oz bottle that can be filled with our tasty beer to quench your thirst as the days get warmer. $24 includes the bottle and the fill.
Eric L.August 7, 2014Best beer tour in VT. Place is super creative. They limit the amount of samples you can have, but they're still free. Keep an eye out for Big Hundro if you like hops!
Kerry ClarkOctober 25, 2014Great beer, 8 of their own on tap. No seating at the bar, 4 free samples allowed. No pints sold, only growlers. They will fill other brewery's growlers and growelettes!
Lisa MossMarch 29, 2014Funky and awesome, success hasn't changed them. Just one reason to love them. The other is the beer! #9 & Circus Boy are old faves and Pistil is a new one!!
Mikko EJuly 30, 2015A cool brewery store/taproom with excellent beers on tap. Tasting flights are also offered. One of the best Vermont brewery experiences!
James CAugust 23, 2016It was a great tour and tasting that was a fun end to a day. The staff really gave some great insight to the company and the brewing process.
Danielle C.August 27, 2015Four free beer samples per person and free brewery tours every day! As far as the beer itself goes, though, I like the other breweries in Burlington better.
Elizabeth ThomasJanuary 25, 2012Loved the vibe!! I know its just sampling and a tour but I really wish the place was a full fledged bar. I would go there all the time. Definitely stop by if you are in the area.
Monika KaufmanJanuary 3, 2015The bulk of the tour is just a video about the beer-making process, not much of the actual facilities, but it's free! You also get four free beer samples at the bar.
Lauren SullivanJune 12, 2015Really fun and interesting place! Tour guide was funny! Definitely sample the Electric Peel!
- jane mcconnellJuly 22, 2013If you visit you can take the free self guided tour and then get four free samples of their beers. Crafty rather than craft its an ok visit if you are in the vicinity.
Ben MackeyMay 30, 2017You have to pay for samples now. Four for $2.50. They have a restaurant here now too.
FoodiesprNovember 9, 2015Magic Hat #9 it's one of those Pale Ale's that leaves you wondering about the ingredients, great beer
Anna SmithOctober 20, 2019Short and sweet tour includes three beer samples. Tasting room has flights and delicious snacks.
Ryan SnyderJuly 16, 2013Everyone is super nice, but the tour goes on for a very long time. We went in the summer, and I bet the beer samples are a lot better in the fall or winter.
Betty MakSeptember 7, 2014Great tour and beers. Answer questions the guide ask and get a free pint glass or sticker.
Alex HennesseyNovember 11, 2015Very cool artwork and funky carnival atmosphere. I generally like Magic Hat but wasn't crazy about the samples on tap when I visited :/
Seven DaysOctober 12, 2011Check out Matthew Thorsen's exhibit, Sound Proof, at the Artifactory through October. The exhibit showcases Burlington's 90s music scene through multimedia. It goes well with your beer. Read more
Get your summer shwag here at the magic hat Artifactory! Boogie boards, frisbees, golf balls, backpacks, cooler bags, hats and T's and so much more... Oh ya, grab some beer too!
Looking for an inexpensive way to enjoy craft beer? Hit up the growler bar and bring home 4 pints of fresh Magic Hat for under 10 bucks!!- Looking for a way to inexpensively enjoy fresh craft beer? Hit up the growler bar and take home 4 pints of Magic Hat for under 10 bucks!
- Spring Beer is now on tap: Pistil, Ticket to Rye, Rousing Root, and Belgo Sutra. Grab a growler or two... Or ten.
A.G. PitsilosMarch 12, 2013Don't go with you wife. Especially when she's hungry and rushing you out the door. Reason enough to come back soon.
Jake SmithFebruary 22, 2014Choose your favorite beer from the sampling bar, and then buy the pint glass that matches that beer!
Mike DeeJune 17, 2016I think the staff here was having as much fun and the people drinking free beer!
ChristopherOctober 27, 2013Make sure to get samples of the Maple Chocolate Stout and the Graupel if they're there.
Meredith BayJuly 23, 2012Try a sample of Single Chair (or bring a growler home) ... Only available at this location!
ecomaginationFebruary 16, 2011Magic Hat Brewery uses a method to turn brewery waste (hops, barley, yeast) into natural gas that can power the brewery, shaving $2 off each barrel brewed!
Erin MurphyFebruary 21, 2015I don't really like beer but enjoyed touring the factory and samples. Fun place!
AmesicleJune 28, 2014Eh. Not as good as before, number 9 is still their best beer. The 4 shots of beer rule is lame. I would rather pay and at least get to try each of the beers.
Erin BandaOctober 11, 2010best decorated brewery in existence. staff are incredibly friendly despite the crowds.
- Wacko is on tap! Cone in for a sample and tour before the summer rush hits.
- Now you can make your own mixed 6-pack for no extra charge, come to the Artifactory today!
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The Magic Hat Brewery has been putting a performance into every bottle of beer since 1994.
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- Mon–Thu
- 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Sun
- Noon–5:00 PM
(802) 658-2739
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Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Yes
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- 9.2
"Great place for craft beer tasting! A flight of four tasting-sized beers is only $5. Try the stout!"
Danielle C. - 7.1
"You gotta try the Vermont Maple Lager! It's a complex light, enjoy every sip maple taste at the end. Where were u my whole life lager!"
Jennifer Cote - 8.7
"Tour is fairly quick. Gives history of company. Loved the cow jokes. Nice gift shop. Stopping here just for ice cream good too."
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