The HowardOnTap Craft Brew Trail

Located between Baltimore and Washington D.C., Howard County is home to the HowardOnTap Craft Brew Trail. All around the county, locally-owned breweries and taprooms produce their own unique beverage. While you sip, you support local farmers. Think wine tasting, but with the soul-soothing goodness of locally-made beer or spirits. Picture a setting where each sip is an exploration of handcrafted excellence.  Embark on a journey through the trail and discover the flavorful beverages special to Howard County.

Unleash your taste buds at our local taprooms, where the air is filled with the aroma of locally-produced craft beverages. Try one, try them all! These taprooms, nestled in breweries or distilleries, offer a direct pipeline to the freshest craft beers and spirits, straight from the source.

HowardOnTap Craft Brew Trail is your ticket to a high-quality taste adventure. Grab your friends, pack your curiosity, and let the taps guide you through a realm of locally-brewed bliss.

Explore Howard County Breweries & More

Howard County is the ultimate destination for those seeking premium spirits and hops. Explore some of Maryland's finest breweries, including Manor Hill Brewing in Ellicott City. As Howard County's first farm brewery sprawling over 54 acres, Manor Hill Brewing offers handmade, farmhouse-inspired beers complemented by brick oven pizza and food truck specialties.

Take a detour to Lost Ark Distilling in Columbia, Howard County's inaugural craft distillery. Immerse yourself in the world of premium spirits crafted with locally-sourced ingredients and bottled by hand. This is not just a stop; it's a sip-and-savor experience like no other.

How to Get Around

When exploring the local drinking destinations in Howard County, you want to go about it safely. Make sure to drink responsibly.