Craft Breweries, Wineries & Roasteries in Muskoka: Your Complete Tasting Guide
Muskoka · Craft Beer, Wine & Roastery Guide
Sip Your Way Through Muskoka
From bold IPAs poured in century-old granaries to award-winning cranberry wines made right from the bog — Muskoka's sip trail is as unforgettable as the lakes it surrounds.
Muskoka has quietly become one of Ontario's most exciting craft drink destinations. Six breweries, a legendary winery, a celebrated coffee roastery, and a guided brewery tour operator — all within a short drive of your cottage dock. Whether you're the one who insists on finding the best local IPA or the one who just needs a perfect cup of coffee before paddleboarding, Muskoka has a pour for you.
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Gravenhurst: Gateway to Great Beer
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Sawdust City Brewing Co. — Gravenhurst
Named for the logging heritage of Gravenhurst, Sawdust City is Muskoka's most celebrated brewery and a local institution. Their 20,000 sq ft taproom — anchored by a 24-foot live-edge pine bar — pours 12 draught lines of award-winning, boundary-pushing craft beers. Don't miss the Lone Pine IPA or the crisp Little Norway Pilsner. Saturday brewery tours run 1–3pm by appointment. Live music every Friday and Saturday night makes this an evening destination as much as an afternoon stop.
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Stay close to Gravenhurst's craft beer scene
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Bracebridge: Muskoka's Brewing Heart
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Muskoka Brewery — Bracebridge
The original. Founded in 1996, Muskoka Brewery is one of Ontario's iconic independent craft breweries — and a rite of passage for any cottage country visitor. Their sprawling 40,000 sq ft facility offers guided Saturday tours (1–3pm) that take you behind the scenes of how their much-loved beers are made. Sample the flagship Cream Ale, the Mad Tom IPA, or the seasonal Shinnicked Stout (infused with Muskoka Roastery coffee). A large outdoor patio, frequent live music nights, and a well-stocked retail store make this an unmissable Bracebridge stop.
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Katalyst Brewing — Bracebridge
Tucked inside the historic Granary Building on Taylor Road — the same landmark that housed Muskoka Brewing from 1994 to 2012 — Katalyst is Bracebridge's most adventurous and intimate taproom. Husband-and-wife team Mark and Krystal Verok rotate a new beer every two weeks, from smoky porters to experimental sours. Ten taps, a bottle shop, and a cozy taproom surrounded by Bracebridge's charming main strip. A wonderful second act for a storied address.
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Lake of Bays Bracebridge Barrelhouse — Bracebridge
Lake of Bays' downtown Bracebridge outpost is the place to explore their barrel-aged and experimental small-batch creations alongside their beloved core lineup. The Barrelhouse is warm, welcoming, and perpetually buzzing with live music, trivia nights, and beer pairing dinners. If you've had the Paddle On Session IPA before, prepare to discover a whole new side of the brewery here.
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Base yourself near Bracebridge
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Huntsville: The Northern Taproom
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Canvas Brewing Co. — Huntsville
Born from a love of the local landscape, Canvas is Huntsville's craft beer jewel. Their modern taproom — complete with an impressive event space and an irresistible snack menu — is just a short walk from Huntsville's charming downtown waterfront. The debut Canvas Kölsch is still a crowd favourite: a German-inspired lagered ale that's crisp, dry, and made for cottage country afternoons. Pair a pint with their "Beergarit" cocktail twist before strolling the art installations and boutique shops along Main Street.
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Huntsville Brewhouse (Lake of Bays) — Huntsville
Just east of the swing bridge in downtown Huntsville, the Lake of Bays Brewhouse is a 20-tap taproom and microbrewery pouring both classic Lake of Bays favourites and small-batch brews made on-site. The 3,200 sq ft space is also available for private events — perfect for celebrating a cottage reunion in style. Settle in for the Flight Plan Double IPA and let the evening unfold.
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Cottages near Huntsville's brew scene
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Baysville & Muskoka Lakes: Deep Cottage Country Sips
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Lake of Bays Brewing — Baysville (Flagship)
The original Lake of Bays taproom in Baysville is a pilgrimage worth making. Rustic, laid-back, and pouring some of Muskoka's finest — including the hazy Buoy Bandit with its passionfruit nose and the refreshing Near Zero non-alcoholic pale ale for designated drivers. The Baysville location hosts Saturday brewery tours (12–3pm) and special brew cruises on the historic SS Bigwin on Father's Day and in August. A bottle shop and outdoor patio round out the experience beautifully.
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Clear Lake Brewing Co. — Torrance, Muskoka Lakes
Right in the heart of cottage country, Clear Lake Brewing is the brewery that feels like it was made for the Muskoka summer. Their full restaurant, live entertainment lineup, and fresh craft beers — from the sessionable Clear Lake Ale to their American IPA and Cran Radler — make it a perfect afternoon destination. Clear Lake is seasonal (summer), so time your visit right. Beer is also stocked at local LCBOs year-round if you want a taste back at the cottage.
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Cottages close to the Lake of Bays brewing trail
Summer Haze Bala · Sleeps 8 · Lake Muskoka View Cottage →
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Muskoka Elements Bala · Sleeps 6 · Hesners Lake View Cottage →
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Bala: A Canadian Signature Winery Experience
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Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery — Bala
There is nothing else quite like this in Ontario. Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery — home of the Johnston cranberry marsh — is a genuine Canadian Signature Experience and one of Muskoka's most beloved year-round attractions. Their Bog to Bottle Discovery Tour runs daily at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm, guiding visitors through the spectacular cranberry marsh before a tutored tasting of their award-winning wines: cranberry, blueberry, and more. Open year-round. Hike the trails, shop the wine and gift store, and linger as long as you like.
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Stay in Bala — steps from the winery
Bala Charm Bala · Sleeps 6 · Lake Muskoka View Cottage →
Summer Haze Bala · Sleeps 8 · Lake Muskoka View Cottage →
Over the Moon Bala · Sleeps 7 · Waterfront View Cottage →
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The Perfect Morning Pour: Muskoka Roastery
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Muskoka Roastery Coffee House
Before you hit the first taproom, start your day the Muskoka way. The Muskoka Roastery crafts exceptional small-batch coffee inspired by the region — and their Signature Lumberjack blend even ends up in Muskoka Brewery's Shinnicked Stout, a collaboration that speaks volumes about the community spirit here. Pick up a bag for the cottage or settle in at the café for a perfect slow morning. The Roastery is a beloved fixture in the Huntsville community and a worthy first stop on any sip trail adventure.
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Let Someone Else Drive: Guided Brewery Tours
Want to visit four taprooms in one day without worrying about who's driving? Muskoka Craft Brewery Tours offers guided group excursions visiting Sawdust City, Muskoka Brewery, Lake of Bays, Canvas Brewing, and Clear Lake Brewing — with optional add-ons, food stops, and extended hours. Book as a group or join a scheduled tour. Book a Tour →
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Muskoka Craft Brewery Tours
The only dedicated brewery tour operator in the region, run by passionate locals who built their Muskoka tour company out of genuine love for the craft beer scene. Tours typically include 3–4 stops with flights, tastings, food, and shopping — all without the hassle of driving through winding cottage country roads. Perfect for groups, bachelorette weekends, and anyone who wants to make a full day of it. Guests also receive exclusive accommodation discounts at Muskoka Beer Spa.
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Muskoka Craft Beer Festivals
If your visit lines up with one of these legendary local festivals, consider yourself lucky. Plan accordingly — they sell out fast.
May 24 Wknd
Muskoka 2/4 Craft Beer Festival · River Mill Park, Huntsville
August
Session Muskoka Taps Craft Beer Festival · Annie Williams Park, Bracebridge — 100+ beers
Father's Day
Lake of Bays SS Bigwin Brew Cruise · Baysville — brewery beers on a historic steamship
October
Cranberry Festival · Bala — pair with a visit to Muskoka Lakes Winery
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