Brasseries artisanales et micro-brasseries Central

It starts off strong at the Octopus Brewery with this quote from Benjamin Franklin: "Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy. ». The brewer Xavier has the honour of creating distinguished blends such as a sparkling beer called the Honey, because it is seen after a good mixture of barley malt and wheat, with acacia and chestnut tree honey... The Raspberry, of the same kind, is also surrounded by the Blonde, the White, the 1429, the Amber, the Brown, etc... On Saturdays, you can come and visit and taste it on the spot. To your mugs!

Come and discover a beer brewed in the old center of Chinon, using Touraine water, French malts and hops from around the world. At the origin, Simon Armstrong, originally from England and a former stone mason, who launched himself with passion and talent into the adventure. On the shelves, an original blonde/amber, an amber IPA, a dark stout, a French Pale Ale... In addition, there are seasonal beers and some limited editions. In addition to direct sales, Bras (se) fort can be found in stores, bars and local restaurants.

You can find the organic beers of this family-owned microbrewery, created in 2017 by Will and Laura, in a few stores, AMAPs and restaurants in the area. You can also come to the brewery to discover this small company based in Lerné and get to know this friendly couple. Their company offers Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Witbier, Russian Imperial Stout and other seasonal and moody beers Buckwheat Ale (with buckwheat), Irish Red Ale, Barley wine...

This small brewery, created in 2000, produces a wide range of beers: white, blond, amber and brown. Many have been rewarded: The Sancerroise with the Berry green lentil received the bronze medal in 2004 at the general agricultural competition, the Rose Blanche received the gold medal at the Lyon 2015 International Competition, as did the Sancerroise at the Gruyt. The latter is a dark beer with spices, according to a medieval recipe. You will also find beer jelly or Sancerre wine confit in the shop. Two bottle sizes are available, as well as draught beer. The production is traditional, using traditional methods.

This small artisan brasserie was created by an English couple. It produces typical beers: a brown (black café), golden gold (Golden Dreams), blonde blonde (Blonde Blonde) and a blonde (Nectar Ambrée). Her Christmas beer is pleasantly spicy. Products are brewed with no preservatives or chemicals. They are found in local products shops such as the Maison du Coin (Eguzon), local festivals (Orsennes, Saint-Plantaire) and the markets of country producers. A local product recognizable to its large green label.

Created in 2010 by a lover of true beer for real amateurs, this microbrewery put on the proximity and bio to concocve 6 beers with marked taste, which is drawn up in oak barrels with great wines or strong spirits. The history of each was marked by the beer it contains, and in fact each time a different and unique product. If you start finding your beers in a few specialized shops, it's mainly a local market that is targeted, because for the brewery's creators, the route of the short circuit is as important after manufacturing as before. If 2015 saw the start of the distillery, it is only from 2018 that the organic berrichon whiskey will be available after aged 3 in oak barrels. The distillery also produces a very aromatic gin as well as "the spirit of the Ouche", a assembly of spirits of beer and malt unspoiled.

For beer lovers, Une Gabare à Husseau offers a wide range of blond, amber and seasonal beers. All are brewed on site with local ingredients: elderflower, honey, wild hops... Valérie, Frédéric and Jérémy will show you their work during a tour of the microbrewery, and enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the skin of a brewer for a day. On the Loire bike route, a place and original products to discover for a change from the region's unmissable wines.

That was missing: the beer of Berry! It is in the outbuildings and the old stable of the castle of Précy (XVIIIth century) that this old-fashioned microbrewery has been installed. The first objective is to brew with the barley malts produced at the Pavillon in order to become a farm-brewery, which will be quite innovative. An initiative to be supported with the different ranges produced such as the classic blonde, and in the European style the Irish Red Ale, the Porter, the Hefeweizen, the Saison and, icing on the cake, the Mandarina Bavaria with its striking aroma.

Brasserie de Saint Laurent Nouan is a microbrewery. It offers a selection of permanent beers such as "La Renaissance", a blond ale with Belgian notes, "La Gabare", a wheat beer with tropical aromas, "La Nacelle", a balanced blond ale, and "La Ramure", a gourmet amber ale. In addition to these permanent beers, the brewery also offers ephemeral beers created at the whim of the brewer. It is also possible to make an appointment for a visit.

The Leroux craft brewery promotes local brewing know-how with Beer'Berry, in the heart of the Castelroussin region of France. Discover a production of high-quality beers, based on a dozen traditional recipes, from the most classic to the most daring. The "© du Centre" label attests to the authenticity and regional provenance of the products used, guaranteeing a beer that is "true to nature". This family-run business is a trusted landmark for lovers of craft beers. The passionately crafted nectars will delight all palates, as well as lovers of the terroir and authentic flavors.

Not far from Amboise Castle, Art Is An Ale Brewing is a new kind of brewery. Katie and Matthieu are the link between France and the United States. This Franco-American couple brews their own American-style craft beers with French raw materials (including malt from the Indre region). 4 beers are produced all year round and several seasonal beers. There is something for everyone! Don't hesitate to stop by, in the restaurant or on the terrace, to share a beer, a board and, on certain evenings, darts or board games.