Yards Brewery, Philadelphia

Yards Brewery, Philadelphia

What to buy here: Yards Philadelphia Pale Ale.

Take a break at Yards Brewery, a Philadelphia brewery of prize-winning ales, has garnered a sterling reputation since its inception in the 1990s— the award-winning Philadelphia Pale Ale, which the New York Times rated as one of the best Pale Ales in the country. Not only do they brew their prize-winning ales on the premises there is also a tasting room and casual dining on site.

In 2003, Yards Brewing Company partnered with the City Tavern — a favorite bar of the nation's founding fathers — to create Ales of the Revolution, a line of historic beer recreations based on the original recipes of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Ben Franklin. Prices vary.

If you are into bicycling or just want a great looking, ultra comfortable shirt check out Yards bicycle shirts for men and women with original designs and logo from their beer lines. Made in the U.S. $69.00
Image Courtesy of Andrée Jannette.

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Sight Name: Yards Brewery
Sight Location: Philadelphia, USA (See walking tours in Philadelphia)
Sight Type: Shopping

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