United States Louisiana New Orleans

New Orleans Lager & Ale (NOLA) Brewing

A craft brewery known for a diverse array of beers, from hoppy IPAs to traditional German lagers and unique limited releases.

Tips from the community

NOLA Blonde is a mainstay across the city and can be found on tap in hundreds of bars around here; it has been since the brewery’s conception in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. They’re credited with bringing craft brewing back to New Orleans. Although the city was once the “brewing capital of the South,” Katrina leveled many of the historic breweries. NOLA Brewing Company specializes in a classic selection of traditional lagers and blonde ales, but IPAs like their Hopitoulas are also excellent.

kaylee 2 years ago

Delicious wraps and funky decor close to the convention center.

chiefseeker 2 years ago

New Orleans Lager & Ale (NOLA) Brewing Guides

  • The 11 Best Breweries in New Orleans

    kaylee (Kaylee Giacomini)
    Abita started it all - at least that’s what I’ve been told about the ever growing brewery scene in Southeastern Louisiana. The iconic brewery that can now be found in liquor stores all over the United States got its start in the marshy landscape approximately 30 miles north of New Orleans. Today, there are nearly 20 breweries in the city, with more popping up each year in old warehouses down on Tchoupitoulas and in Mid City. The brewery scene was not something that registered with me when I first moved here, but with my love of beer (especially a hazy IPA) in hand, I’m on a mission to try them all.