Top craft breweries to visit
The Jura Mountains may be well-known for the wines (Jura, Bugey...) and absinthe, but the area is also brimming with breweries and each one is even more original than the last!
Tours, demonstrations, tastings and even chances to make your own beer. The possibilities here are endless! So, are you ready to step inside our very best local craft breweries?
There's beer ... but that's not all!
Rouget de Lisle has been one of the top breweries in the Jura Mountains since 1994, and as its name suggests, it was founded in tribute to the famous writer who is behind the French national anthem. Come to Bletterans, close to Lons-le-Saunier, to discover the selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, all local and great quality! Tours of the brewery can be organised for groups with a prior booking.
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A brewery on the water's edge
This brewery was named after the nearby river, quite simply because its history is intertwined with that of the river! There are no less than 6 different beers to discover, either at the brewery where you can order a beer to enjoy on-site, or from the online shop if you need to stock up!
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Sustainability & creativity
At Atmosphère°, everything revolves around these two words! Édouard, the talented master brewer, produces his tasty beers using 100% organic ingredients. The creative side can also be seen in the art exhibitions that are regularly organised at the brewery, which plays a key part in community life in the village of Balanod. There are tours of the brewery every Friday between 4pm and 9pm.
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You'll always be feeling radiant!
At La Bonne Bouille you're guaranteed to have a smile on your face! This brewery was founded by a former cheese maker and offers tasting sessions on-site of 100% organic beers, as well as demonstrations of brewing techniques. That's right, in the land of absinthe, there's also beer!
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The Baboon's beer
The Baboon brewery was founded in 2014 by two young, self-taught brewers in the town centre of Poligny, a town traditionally well-known for its comté cheese and Jura wine. Stop by for a tour of the brewery (call and make a booking first!) and see for yourself the quirky and welcoming atmosphere or just come and take a look inside the shop, open every Thursday and Friday between 4pm and 8pm!
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A brewery and a whole host of events!
If you happen to be in Ornex one evening, don't miss the evening entertainment at the Brasserie Gessienne. As you enjoy one of their great craft beers, you'll also be able to take advantage of the entertainment at this multicultural venue and enjoy a concert, watch a theatre production or wander around an exhibition.
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A brewing lesson
At Hoptimalt, their approach is centred around teaching and passing on knowledge. In the summer, the brewer provides visitors the chance to attend public brewing demonstrations every Saturday! Not-to-mention the final touch: the opportunity to taste the delicious local beers.
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Knee-deep in hops!
Bière Yourself is an original sort of brewery. Here, you choose your favourite beer from a list, and then you make it yourself! A fun and interactive experience where you'll be leaving with your very own 100% homemade beer. You can also choose to come here just to taste their beers.
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Go on a tour of an organic brewery
The Trois Épis brewery produces 7 organic beers and offers a tasting session you won't forget! There are also guided tours of the brewery so you learn all about the local brewery business.
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'Made in Chez Nous'
The Épenoy craft brewery is a member of the local 'Made in Chez Nous' network and visitors also get the chance to take a look behind the scenes here! Just make a booking to uncover the secrets hidden within this brewery where local ingredients are used wherever possible, and then taste some of the delicious creations while you're there.
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Other craft breweries...
If you'd like to find out about all the craft breweries in the north of the region (Doubs and Jura), you can go to the Brassicomtoise website and take a look at the interactive map.
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