Craft beer taproom with warm lighting
Chattanooga's Neighborhood Brewery

Every pint poured is a story worth
telling.

Small-batch craft beer brewed right here in Chattanooga — bold flavors, welcoming atmosphere, and a community that gathers around the tap.

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Our Story

Born from curiosity,
brewed with passion.

James County Brewery started as a simple question: what happens when you give people a space to slow down, share a drink, and actually talk? The answer became a taproom where strangers become regulars and every batch tells a story.

We brew small — intentionally. Every style, from crisp lagers to hop-forward IPAs, is crafted in batches small enough to care about and bold enough to remember. Our kitchen pairs locally sourced ingredients with recipes that complement what's on tap.

12+
On Tap
Small
Batch Brewed
Local
Ingredients
Brewery interior with beer taps and warm wood
Our Brews

What's on tap this week

Our rotating selection changes with the seasons — but these crowd favorites are usually pouring. Stop in and ask about our latest releases.

Amber Ale in a glass with copper coloring
Classic
5.4% ABV 35 IBU

Laurelton Amber

A smooth, copper-colored ale with toasted malt sweetness and a clean finish. Our signature — the one that started it all.

Hazy IPA with golden cloudy appearance
Hoppy
6.8% ABV 55 IBU

Chattahoochee Haze

Juicy, tropical, and unapologetically hazy. Packed with citrus and stone fruit flavors that hit before the bitterness ever shows up.

Dark stout with thick creamy head
Bold
7.2% ABV 30 IBU

Red Clay Stout

Rich dark chocolate and coffee notes with a velvety mouthfeel. Built for slow sipping on a cool Chattanooga evening.

Crisp pilsner lager in a tall glass
Crisp
4.6% ABV 22 IBU

Valley Pilsner

Light, refreshing, and dangerously drinkable. A German-style pilsner with a delicate floral hop aroma and a dry, clean finish.

Tart sour beer with pale golden hue
Tart
5.0% ABV 8 IBU

Wild Fig Sour

A barrel-aged sour with real figs from local orchards. Bright acidity balanced by subtle fruit sweetness — perfect for warm days.

Hefeweizen with cloudy golden color
Light
5.1% ABV 15 IBU

Cloudy Day Wheat

Unfiltered wheat beer with notes of banana and clove. Effervescent, soft, and the kind of beer you drink without thinking about it — until it's gone.

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Gourmet food plates at the brewery
From the Kitchen

Food that complements every pour

Our menu is built around one idea: food should make your beer taste better, not compete with it. Every dish is designed to pair with what's on tap — from salty crunch to rich umami to a touch of heat.

  • Rotating seasonal menu with locally sourced ingredients
  • Beer-pairing curated dishes — every item has a recommended pour
  • Shareable plates, hearty entrees, and weekend specials
  • Vegetarian and gluten-friendly options always available
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The Experience

More than a brewery —
a gathering place.

Taproom

Warm wood, soft lighting, and a bar that feels like someone's living room — because that's exactly what we're building.

Events

Live music, trivia nights, brewery tours, and seasonal celebrations. There's always something happening here.

Private Events

Host your next gathering in our space. Custom beer selections, food packages, and a team that makes it effortless.

Community

We sponsor local teams, donate to causes, and believe a brewery should give back to the neighborhood that raised it.

Find Us

Come say hello

We're easy to find and always happy to see new faces. Pull up a stool — the next pour is on us.

Address

2326 Laurelton Creek Ln
Chattanooga, TN 37421-1858

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 11am – 10pm
Friday – Saturday: 11am – 11pm
Sunday: 12pm – 9pm

Get in Touch

Have a question?
We'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're planning an event, have a beer suggestion, or just want to say hi — drop us a line and we'll get back to you.

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