Sulwath Brewery

Dumfries & Galloway


You can see traditional brewing processes at this main-street alemaker's. Tours, which include a pint, only run twice a week, at 1pm on Monday and Friday (ring ahead), but the brewery functions as a sort of speakeasy where you can try the beers. Recommended is the Criffel, an India pale ale, and the Knockendoch, a dark brew with a delicious taste of roasted malt.


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