5 Breweries to Visit Around Amelia Island

Amelia Island may be best known for its beaches and historic charm, but its craft beer scene is quietly becoming a destination of its own. From design-forward taprooms to relaxed neighborhood breweries, each stop offers a distinct experience worth adding to your itinerary.

Whether you’re exploring the island or venturing just beyond to Yulee, these five breweries highlight the best of the area’s evolving beer culture.

Breweries To Visit

The grooviest brewery just outside of Amelia Island in Yulee, Florida where funky brews take center stage. Disco Witch Brewing leans into creativity, from its retro-inspired branding to its wide-ranging beer menu. With 20+ taps and a lively atmosphere, it’s one of the most dynamic stops in the area.

Beer Highlights

Rotating selection of 20+ beers including fruited ales, hazy IPAs, and dessert-inspired stouts.

  • Earth, Wind and Pretzels Blonde Ale
  • Studio 54 Blues Blueberry NEIPA – IPA – New England Hazy
  • Serendipity Pale Ale – American Pale Ale 
  • Brick House Blonde – Blonde Ale
  • Karma Chameleon Honey Amber – Honey Beer
  • You Sexy Thing Hot Chocolate Milk Stout – Milk Stout/Sweet
  • Strike A Pose Sessions IPA – IPA Session
  • Feelin’ Peachy – Fruit Beer
  • It’s Not Unusual – English Brown Ale 
  • Simply Red – American Amber Red Ale
  • SMASH Into You – American Golden Ale
  • Never Too Much Strawberry – Fruit Beer

Disco Witch Brewing - Breweries To Visit - Amelia Island Florida

What To Expect

  • Food Options: Full on-site kitchen with a bar menu; Outside food is also allowed
  • Events: Music Trivia, Lip Sync Shenanigans, and Beer & Wine Yoga; Social settings with pool tables
  • Other Drink Options: Ultra, Seltzers and Wine

464073 State Road 200 Yulee, FL 32097

Mocama Beer Company is one of the most visually striking breweries on Amelia Island. Set inside a restored 1950s car dealership, the space blends mid-century design with a modern craft beer program focused on precision and balance.

Mocama Beer - Amelia Island

Beer Highlights

Clean, well-crafted lagers, pilsners, and IPAs with seasonal small-batch releases.

  • Cosmico India Pale Ale – Available Year-Round
  • Dune Garden American Lager – Available Year-Round
  • Prosim Pilsner – Available Year-Round
  • Amelia Light – American Light Lager

What To Expect

  • Other Drinks: House-roasted coffee, sparkling water, and non-alcoholic options
  • Food Options: Rotating lineup of local food trucks
  • Atmosphere & Events: Live music, yoga classes, markets, and brewery tours in a spacious indoor-outdoor setting

629 S. 8th St., Fernandina Beach, FL

First Love Brew Pub offers a more intimate, restaurant-style brewery experience. With a focus on community and creativity, it combines small-batch brewing with a full food menu in a warm, modern space.

First Love - Brewery - Amelia Island Florida

Beer Highlights

Rotating taps featuring styles like West Coast IPAs, Belgian ales, and stouts.

  • A Beacon of Light – Milk Stout
  • Cardinal Truth – West Coast IPA
  • Lily – Belgium Tripel
  • Pau Hana – Munich Helles

What To Expect

  • Other Drinks: Wine and soft drinks available
  • Food Options: Full menu including shareables, sandwiches, and pizzas
  • Atmosphere & Events: Casual, welcoming environment with seasonal events, private gatherings, and small-group tours

22 S 8th St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

More than a traditional brewery, The Brew Shed is a hybrid beer market and homebrewing hub. It’s a go-to spot for both sampling craft beer and learning the brewing process firsthand.

The Brew Shed Amelia Island
Photo Source: The Brew Shed

Beer Highlights

18 taps featuring a rotating mix of regional breweries plus a large selection of packaged craft beer.

What To Expect

  • Other Drinks: Wine, seltzers, and simple cocktails
  • Food Options: Limited on-site options; best paired with nearby dining or casual snacks
  • Atmosphere & Events: Educational classes, homebrewing workshops, and a relaxed, enthusiast-driven environment

SR 200, Fernandina Beach, FL

SJ Brewing Co. is a laid-back microbrewery focused on community and approachable craft beer. Its smaller scale makes it an easygoing place to settle in and try a variety of styles.

SJ Brewing Company Yulee Near Amelia Island
Photo Source: SJ Brewing Company

Beer Highlights

10–12 rotating taps including IPAs, porters, sours, and seasonal releases.

What To Expect

  • Other Drinks: Wine, bubbly options, and select guest beverages
  • Food Options: Limited food offerings; occasional snacks or nearby takeout pairing
  • Atmosphere & Events: Trivia nights, running club meetups, and homebrew groups in a friendly, community-focused setting

463646 State Rd. 200 Suite 13, Yulee, Florida

From design-driven breweries to casual neighborhood taprooms, the Amelia Island area offers more variety than you might expect. Whether you prefer a polished craft experience or a relaxed local hangout, these five breweries provide a well-rounded look at the region’s growing beer scene.


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