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Craft beer in Montana

Big sky, big beer culture for a small population.

Montana has more craft breweries per capita than most states. Bozeman, Missoula, and Billings each anchor regional scenes, with hop-forward Western IPAs and mountain-town session beers as recurring themes.

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Bozeman Brewing

Bozeman

Montana's brewing hub. Bozone Amber is a regional staple; the seasonal program reflects Big Sky brewing tradition.

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FAQs about craft beer in Montana

How many craft breweries does Montana have?

Freshie tracks 1 curated craft beer destinations in Montana (breweries, brewpubs, and bottle shops), of which 0 have date-code scanner support. The state has many more total breweries — the list here is curated for quality and editorial value.

What styles is Montana known for?

Bozeman, Missoula, and Billings each anchor regional scenes, with hop-forward Western IPAs and mountain-town session beers as recurring themes.

What does Freshie do?

Freshie helps you check whether the craft beer in your fridge is still fresh. Each brewery on the list has its own page explaining how to read its date codes, plus a freshness window based on the beer style. Hop-forward beers like NEIPA fade quickly; stouts and barleywines age well for years.

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