Alright! By now we all agree that Delhi, the capital city, is flooded with extravagant restaurants, some top-notch bars and nightclubs, quaint hotspots and whatnot. But in this blog, it’s high time we address one of the most sensitive issues, especially for beer chuggers – the microbreweries.
If you already know this, microbreweries were not even allowed in the capital. But, the increasing demand and responsible drinkers made the government revise their decision. If you already don’t know, we shall introduce you to the world of microbreweries and handcrafted beers in Delhi. Follow the list and we promise, you’ll fall in love with these places.
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Top Microbreweries In Delhi
- Connaught Clubhouse
- Ministry Of Beer
- The Beer Café- Biggie
- Ministry of Sound
- Effingut Brewpub
- Fort City Brewery
- Quaff Brewing Co.
1. Connaught Clubhouse
The party scene in Delhi is incomplete without visiting Connaught Place, popularly known as CP! It’s also known for having some of the best nightlife experiences in Delhi. Apart from the exquisite bars, what’s particularly unique about CP is the microbreweries here. Exciting news for the beer chuggers, right? One such microbrewery that’s not just world-renowned but also India’s first German brewery is Connaught Clubhouse.
If you want to make your first beer experience worth it, this is the place you should try it. Your experience will be elated with the stunning ambience and spacious indoors. You can chug beers and try their scrumptious food too. Having a microbrewery has its advantages, their in-house craft beer like Fresh German Beer, and Ginger Ale will tell you that. When you’re in the mood for something unique – try their signature cocktails like Imbibe, Victoria, and Connaught Sour. Live music and a lively atmosphere will make your experience unforgettable for sure.
Timings: 12 pm – 1 am
Cost for two: INR 3,000
Must-haves: Beers, Chilli Paneer, Fish Tikka, Spring Rolls
Address: Ground Floor, 54, Atul Grove Road, Janpath, Connaught Place
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2. Ministry Of Beer
Ministry Of Beer (MOB) not only handcrafts their beer but also your experience! If you see CP with the lens of a beer lover, MOB will shine through. Once you enter MOB, you will be welcomed with a lively vibe, rustic decors, and wooden interiors. If you love artistic spaces, you’ll love their alfresco seating arena. Even if their creative decors impress you to the max, their bar table with beer taps steals the show.
Their microbrewery is particularly popular to make some of the best beers in the locality. Hefeweizen, Belgian Blonde, India Pale Ale, Stout, and Niepa all these beers are available on tap here. If you want to blend their freshly brewed beers with some of your favorite alcohols, try their beer cocktails like Mob Special Beer Ginger and Berry Berry Beer.
Timings: 12 pm – 1 am
Cost for two: INR 2,800
Must-haves: Wheat Ale, Butter Chicken Tart, Chicken Dimsum
Address: M-43, Connaught Cir, Shankar Market, Block M, Connaught Place
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3. The Beer Cafe – Biggie
After a busy day at the office, when you want to sit in peace and chug your beer, The Beer Cafe is your spot. This no-fuss place is always crowded with people who care more about their beers and less about everything else. Going with the name, this Beer Cafe is really big when space is in question. They’ve made their space extra lavish for you to fill your bar experience with luxury and well, lots and lots of freshly-brewed beer.
If you’re looking for a place to chug some draught beers, make The Beer Cafe your hotspot. You’ll get Six Fields Blanche Wheat, Erdinger Dunkel, Erdinger Weissbier, and much more here. Talking about the bottled beers, we won’t even go there; their menu is practically endless. When you’re going through a financial crunch, avail their offers of get 3 in INR 1,119!
Timings: 11 am – 1 am
Cost for two: INR 1,800
Must-haves: Crafted Beers, Burrah Platter, Chicken Tikka Pizza
Address: D-2, Inner Circle, Radial Road 5, Connaught Place
4. Ministry of Sound
Agreed that CP has some of the best microbreweries in Delhi but what happens when you aren’t in the locality? If you live in or near Noida, you can avail some freshly brewed beers there too. You just have to drive to the Gardens Galleria Mall and half of your job is done. A huge bar with an in-house microbrewery of its own, Ministry of Sound, the first microbrewery in Noida, is a complete package for not just fun but drinks too!
When you’re here, the eclectic lighting will draw your attention, so much that you’ll forget to keep a count of the beers. Without beating around the bush, let’s directly dive into the freshly brewed beers they have. You can fill your jugs with German Craft Beer, Belgian White, Premium Lager, 8% IPA, and Apple Cider. When you’re going in larger groups but strictly following TTMM policy, try visiting in their Happy Hours up to 7 pm everyday and get 1+1 on pitchers.
Timings: 10 am – 2 am
Cost for two: INR 3,500
Must-haves: Apple Cider Beer, Chilli Paneer, Honey Chilli Potato
Address: Gardens Galleria Mall, Nala Road, Sector 38, Noida
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5. Effingut Brewpub
Are you in the mood for some freshly brewed beer while strolling through the Metropolitan Mall? Effingut Brewpub is the answer to your thirst! It’s a luxurious brewpub with spacious seating, huge paintings on the walls, and rustic decors. Their in-house microbrewery supplies some freshly brewed beers like Dry Stout, Dunkel Weizen, Hefeweizen, and much more. Don’t know about what these beers are made from? Check their bar menu to get all the information about these beers and then flex in front of your friends later.
This place isn’t just popular because of its microbrewery, but its signature cocktails and scrumptious food too. Want to go for something other than beer? Go for A Bath With Strangers, Tom-Art-O, I Love Yuzu and other signature cocktails. Serving handcrafted dishes from Mexico, Japan, and all over the world, you should try their pizzas and Dimsums when you’re here.
Timings: 12 am – 1:30 am
Cost for two: INR 3,000
Must-haves: Hefeweizen beer, Apple Cider Beer, Peri Peri Fries, Effingut’s Caesar
Address: Ground Floor, GF 10, MGF Metropolitan Mall, Saket
6. Fort City Brewery
All the Delhites are hereby requested to visit Fort City Brewery to have some of the best beers of their lives. In a world full of lavish restaurants and magnificent bars, Fort City Brewery will offer you an experience otherwise. Just when you enter the place, you’ll feel like entering a brewery full of fermentation tanks. The people there will give you a complete tour of their brewery and explain beer-making too. It’s a perfect haven for a beer lover, isn’t it?
With beer taps on the bar, you will brew freshly brewed beers like Simba Wit, Simba Lager, Simba Stout and much more here. Looking for something different? Check out their signature cocktails section on the menu. Lal Kot, Mehrauli, Shergarh, and Shahjahanabad are some of the most preferred options. Looks like they have a historic theme to not just the name of the place but to cocktails too. To complete your night, this place has some delicious food options. Try their Middle Eastern, Mexican, or Continental menu when you want to try the international delicacies.
Timings: 12 pm – 12 am
Cost for two: INR 2,000
Must-haves: Beers, Blue Cheese Naan, Cheese Sambousek and Garlic Aioli
Address: E-17, 1st and 2nd Floor, Hauz Khas
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7. Quaff Brewing Co.
When beers are your go-to drinks, particularly wheat beer, you should visit Quaff Brewing Co. and try their in-house brewed beers. In Gurgaon and searching for a beer hotspot? Visit Quaff Brewing Co. One look at the place and you’ll know it’s dedicated to all the beer chuggers. Rustic indoors, beer posters on the wall, everything here will complement your drinking experience for sure.
With an award-winning microbrewery of its own, the Quaff Craft Collection is what they’re known for. From Blonde Ale, Dubbel, Hefeweizen to IPA, you name it, they have it. Not just the bar, but their signature cocktails believe in ethics too. Cocktails like Kindness, Diligence, Liberty, and Humility, will attest to that. To double your fun and well your pockets too, visit during Happy Hours from 12 pm to 4 pm everyday and get 3 + 1 offers on all beers.
Timings: 12 pm – 12 am
Cost for two: INR 3,000
Must-haves: Beers, Afghan Chicken, Tandoori Chicken
Address: Tower B, Building 10, Cyber Hub, DLF Cyber City
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Summing Up
Freshly brewed beers are, without a doubt, the stars of the party no matter where. But if you visit places that not just handcraft their beers but also provide an eclectic experience, what’s more to ask for? Add these microbreweries to your places-to-visit and things-to-do in the Delhi list and give yourself a treat.
FAQs
Are Microbreweries Allowed In Delhi?
Yes! After a lot of to and fro, the Excise Department has finally allowed microbreweries to set up and sell draught beers in the capital.
What City Has Most Microbreweries In India?
The city of Bangalore has the most microbreweries in India. Just in the vicinity of the city, there are more than 70 microbreweries.
How Much Beer Can I Carry In Delhi?
When you’re traveling to Delhi from other states, you can carry 18 liters of wines, beers, liqueurs, ciders, and alcopop. You can carry 1 liter of Indian Liquor or Foreign Liquor like Old Monk, Kingfisher, and VAT 69.
Which Is The Largest Microbrewery Chain In India?
Ironhill in Bangalore is located in Marathahalli and is the largest microbrewery in the world. It’s spread in an area across 1.3 lac sq. ft.
Which Is The Delhi First German Microbrewery?
Connaught Clubhouse is the first German Microbrewery in Delhi.
