6 Must-Visit Maine Breweries to Celebrate IPA Day 2026
Skip the small talk— Thursday is National IPA Day. 🍻 Get to a brewery!
The hops are fresh, the pints are cold, and there's no better excuse to raise a glass.
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Celebrated on the first Thursday of August, National IPA Day honors one of craft beer's most beloved styles. Whether you're a fan of a crisp West Coast IPA, a juicy New England IPA, or something in between, today is the perfect day to support your local brewery.
And if you're in Maine, you're in the right place. We've rounded up 6 breweries in Eastern Maine that deserve a spot on your IPA Day itinerary.
Cheers! 🍺
6 Must-Visit Maine Breweries to Celebrate IPA Day 2026
The hops are fresh, the pours are cold — it’s IPA Day, and Maine’s got what you need.
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