The best breweries and distilleries near Byron Bay
The Byron Bay region has grown into a genuine craft drinks destination. Whether you're after locally brewed beer or small-batch spirits, there's plenty to explore across the northern NSW hinterland and coast. Here are the venues worth visiting.
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Breweries Ewingsdale1. Stone & Wood Brewery Byron Bay
If you want to visit the region's most established brewery, head to Ewingsdale. Stone & Wood has built a strong local reputation and is a natural starting point for exploring Byron Bay's craft beer scene.
View venue4.7(904)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look2
Breweries Lennox Head2. Earth Beer Company
Located in Lennox Head, this brewery offers an alternative to the larger operators and represents the growing diversity of craft beer options in the area.
View venue4.9(300)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look3
Pubs Ballina3. Seven Mile Brewing Co
Based in Ballina and also tagged as a pub, this venue works well if you want to combine a brewery visit with food and a more traditional hospitality experience.
View venue4.8(382)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look4
Breweries Lennox Head4. Cape Byron Distillery
In Lennox Head, this distillery gives you a chance to explore spirits rather than beer—a different angle on the region's craft drinks culture.
View venue4.8(217)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look5
Breweries Suffolk Park5. Lord Byron Distillery
Situated in Suffolk Park, this is another spirits-focused option if you're keen to try locally made gin, rum, or other distilled products.
View venue4.9(90)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look6
Breweries Bangalow6. Common People Brewing Co
Head to Bangalow if you want a smaller, more community-focused brewery experience away from the Byron Bay town centre.
View venue4.7(168)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look7
Breweries Mullumbimby7. Wandana Brewing Co.
In Mullumbimby, this brewery extends your options further into the hinterland and offers a quieter alternative to the busier coastal spots.
View venue4.7(148)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look8
Breweries Ballina8. Ballina Tenpin Bowl
If you want to combine bowling with a brewery experience, this Ballina venue offers something different from a standard tasting room visit.
View venue4.5(196)· Google59Spot ScoreWorth a Look9
Breweries Lennox Head9. Two Mates Brewing
Another Lennox Head option if you're exploring that pocket and want to try a smaller independent brewer.
View venue4.6(77)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look10
Breweries Suffolk Park10. Byron Bay Spirits Co.
Based in Suffolk Park, this spirits producer rounds out your options if you're doing a distillery tour of the wider region.
View venue4.8(30)· Google54Spot ScoreWorth a Look11
Breweries Lennox Head11. Wild Yeast Brewing Co.
For brewery visitors exploring Lennox Head more thoroughly, this venue provides additional choice in that suburb.
View venue5.0(12)· Google50Spot ScoreWorth a Look12
Breweries Bangalow12. North Wall Brewing Co.
Another Bangalow-based brewery if you're planning a hinterland route and want to visit multiple venues in one trip.
View venue5.0(7)· Google48Spot ScoreLimited Info
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone & Wood Brewery Byron Bay | 66/100 | 4.7(904) | — | Ewingsdale | — |
| Earth Beer Company | 66/100 | 4.9(300) | — | Lennox Head | — |
| Seven Mile Brewing Co | 65/100 | 4.8(382) | $$ | Ballina | — |
| Cape Byron Distillery | 63/100 | 4.8(217) | — | Lennox Head | — |
| Lord Byron Distillery | 61/100 | 4.9(90) | — | Suffolk Park | — |
| Common People Brewing Co | 61/100 | 4.7(168) | — | Bangalow | — |
| Wandana Brewing Co. | 61/100 | 4.7(148) | — | Mullumbimby | — |
| Ballina Tenpin Bowl | 59/100 | 4.5(196) | — | Ballina | — |
| Two Mates Brewing | 57/100 | 4.6(77) | — | Lennox Head | — |
| Byron Bay Spirits Co. | 54/100 | 4.8(30) | — | Suffolk Park | — |
| Wild Yeast Brewing Co. | 50/100 | 5.0(12) | — | Lennox Head | — |
| North Wall Brewing Co. | 48/100 | 5.0(7) | — | Bangalow | — |
Frequently asked questions
Are there breweries right in Byron Bay town itself?+
The venues provided are in suburbs around Byron Bay rather than the town centre proper. Stone & Wood in Ewingsdale is closest to town. You may want to check directly with venues about their exact locations and whether they have taprooms open to the public.
Which venues focus on beer versus spirits?+
Beer breweries in the list include Stone & Wood, Earth Beer Company, Seven Mile Brewing Co, Common People Brewing Co, Wandana Brewing Co., Two Mates Brewing, Wild Yeast Brewing Co., and North Wall Brewing Co. Spirits distilleries include Cape Byron Distillery, Lord Byron Distillery, and Byron Bay Spirits Co.
Can I visit these venues on a single day?+
Given the spread across Byron Bay, Lennox Head, Bangalow, Mullumbimby, Ballina and Suffolk Park, you could plan a route hitting several venues in a day, but you'd want to be selective. Grouping venues by suburb (e.g., Lennox Head has five venues) makes logistical sense.
Do these venues have food available?+
Seven Mile Brewing Co is specifically noted as combining brewery and pub functions, suggesting food service. For other venues, you'd need to check their websites or call ahead, as the information provided doesn't confirm food availability at each site.
What are the opening hours?+
Opening hours aren't confirmed in the information available. Contact each venue directly or check their websites before visiting to avoid disappointment.
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