There’s something special about the brewery scene on Boston’s South Shore. Maybe it’s the ocean air, the tight-knit community vibe, or the creative energy of local brewers—but one thing is certain: this region is brimming with must-visit breweries serving up exceptional craft beer.
Whether you’re a longtime Hingham local or new to the area and looking for places to unwind, the South Shore is packed with tasting rooms where you can sip a cold pint, catch live music, and enjoy time with friends.
As a Hingham real estate expert who loves sharing everything this community has to offer, Pamela Bates has rounded up the top breweries that perfectly reflect the South Shore’s laid-back, coastal lifestyle.
Here are the best breweries to explore—from small-town favorites to taprooms with serious buzz.
1. Barrel House Z – Weymouth, MA
📍 95 Woodrock Road, Weymouth
Located just minutes from Hingham, Barrel House Z is a standout in the South Shore craft beer scene. Known for its barrel-aged brews and creative limited releases, this brewery blends innovation with small-batch care. Their beers rotate frequently, but you can always expect bold flavors and fun twists.
Located just minutes from Hingham, Barrel House Z is a standout in the South Shore craft beer scene. Known for its barrel-aged brews and creative limited releases, this brewery blends innovation with small-batch care. Their beers rotate frequently, but you can always expect bold flavors and fun twists.
What to Try:
- Sunny & 79° – A smooth, easy-drinking golden ale that screams summer.
- BHZ IPA – Their flagship IPA with citrus-forward hops and a balanced finish.
- Limited Barrel-Aged Releases – Keep an eye out for seasonal barrel-aged stouts and porters.
Why We Love It:
Barrel House Z’s indoor and outdoor seating, rotating food trucks, and local live music create a welcoming atmosphere year-round. It’s the perfect casual spot after a day at the beach or when meeting friends after work.
Barrel House Z’s indoor and outdoor seating, rotating food trucks, and local live music create a welcoming atmosphere year-round. It’s the perfect casual spot after a day at the beach or when meeting friends after work.
2. Break Rock Brewing – Quincy, MA
📍 534 Victory Road, Quincy (at Marina Bay)
With its waterfront location at Marina Bay, Break Rock Brewing offers one of the most scenic taproom experiences on the South Shore. The space is vibrant and social, attracting locals, boaters, and beer enthusiasts alike.
With its waterfront location at Marina Bay, Break Rock Brewing offers one of the most scenic taproom experiences on the South Shore. The space is vibrant and social, attracting locals, boaters, and beer enthusiasts alike.
What to Try:
- Victory Road IPA – A classic New England-style IPA bursting with tropical notes.
- Backyard Crusher – A crisp, refreshing blonde ale ideal for warm days on the water.
- Boathouse Sours – Seasonal sours that play with fruit-forward, tart flavors.
Why We Love It:
Break Rock is more than a brewery—it’s a community hub. You’ll find everything from yoga events to trivia nights, and its Marina Bay location offers beautiful harbor views, especially at sunset.
Break Rock is more than a brewery—it’s a community hub. You’ll find everything from yoga events to trivia nights, and its Marina Bay location offers beautiful harbor views, especially at sunset.
3. Split Rock Beer Works – Cohasset, MA
📍 12 Parking Way, Cohasset
Split Rock Beer Works, nestled in the charming village of Cohasset, is a relatively new player on the scene but already a local favorite. This cozy, family-owned brewery is all about small-batch, high-quality beer and a hyper-local vibe.
Split Rock Beer Works, nestled in the charming village of Cohasset, is a relatively new player on the scene but already a local favorite. This cozy, family-owned brewery is all about small-batch, high-quality beer and a hyper-local vibe.
What to Try:
- Hewitts Red Ale – Smooth, malt-forward, and packed with character.
- Split Decision IPA – A classic NEIPA with a juicy citrus profile.
- Rotating Experimental Ales – Always something new on tap.
Why We Love It:
Split Rock brings village charm and quality craft beer together in one spot. The brewery frequently hosts events like open mic nights, artist pop-ups, and food trucks from South Shore favorites.
Pamela’s Tip: This is a great stop before or after visiting Cohasset Harbor or Sandy Beach.
Split Rock brings village charm and quality craft beer together in one spot. The brewery frequently hosts events like open mic nights, artist pop-ups, and food trucks from South Shore favorites.
Pamela’s Tip: This is a great stop before or after visiting Cohasset Harbor or Sandy Beach.
4. Stellwagen Beer Company – Marshfield, MA
📍 100 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield
Named after the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, this Marshfield brewery draws inspiration from the ocean and adventure. Stellwagen Beer Company is known for bold IPAs, experimental brews, and a rotating selection of draft beers that keep locals coming back.
Named after the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, this Marshfield brewery draws inspiration from the ocean and adventure. Stellwagen Beer Company is known for bold IPAs, experimental brews, and a rotating selection of draft beers that keep locals coming back.
What to Try:
- Staycation IPA – Their most popular brew—juicy, hazy, and tropical.
- Cape Haze Pale Ale – A lighter hop-forward option that’s endlessly drinkable.
- Night Moves Stout – Rich and smooth with coffee and chocolate notes.
Why We Love It:
The taproom offers a spacious, industrial vibe with plenty of seating, and there’s always a solid lineup of food trucks and music. Their merch and can design also make them one of the most recognizable breweries in the region.
The taproom offers a spacious, industrial vibe with plenty of seating, and there’s always a solid lineup of food trucks and music. Their merch and can design also make them one of the most recognizable breweries in the region.
5. Untold Brewing – Scituate, MA
📍 6 Old Country Way, Scituate
Second Taproom: Derby Street Shops, Hingham
No list of South Shore breweries is complete without Untold Brewing, a standout in both Scituate and Hingham. Their original location near Scituate Harbor is a beautifully restored 1852 schoolhouse turned brewery, while their second taproom at Derby Street Shops in Hingham brings the brand closer to Pamela’s home base.
Second Taproom: Derby Street Shops, Hingham
No list of South Shore breweries is complete without Untold Brewing, a standout in both Scituate and Hingham. Their original location near Scituate Harbor is a beautifully restored 1852 schoolhouse turned brewery, while their second taproom at Derby Street Shops in Hingham brings the brand closer to Pamela’s home base.
What to Try:
- East by Northwest – A Pacific Northwest-style IPA that’s clean and piney.
- Shore Ladders – A coastal Kolsch perfect for beach weather.
- Barrel-Aged Series – Keep an eye out for small-batch collaborations and rich barrel-aged releases.
Why We Love It:
Untold is known for its thoughtful brewing, community events, and coastal aesthetic. Both taprooms offer a welcoming vibe with access to food pop-ups, art markets, and even beer yoga.
Pamela’s Tip: Untold’s Hingham taproom is a great meet-up spot for friends or a post-shopping wind-down after a visit to Derby Street.
Untold is known for its thoughtful brewing, community events, and coastal aesthetic. Both taprooms offer a welcoming vibe with access to food pop-ups, art markets, and even beer yoga.
Pamela’s Tip: Untold’s Hingham taproom is a great meet-up spot for friends or a post-shopping wind-down after a visit to Derby Street.
More Breweries to Explore Near the South Shore
While the breweries above are must-visits, here are a few more worth the short drive:
- Second Wind Brewing Co. (Plymouth) – Laid-back vibe and a strong focus on hop-forward beers.
- Independent Fermentations (Plymouth) – Funky, farmhouse-style ales and wild fermentations.
- Vitamin Sea Brewing (Weymouth) – Highly sought-after hazy IPAs and limited can releases.
Craft Beer and Coastal Living Go Hand-in-Hand
The South Shore's brewery scene reflects the region itself—creative, welcoming, and full of character. From waterfront sips at Break Rock to cozy community vibes at Split Rock and Untold, there's a brewery for every mood and occasion. These local spots are perfect for relaxing weekends, gathering with friends, or exploring new towns and flavors across the coast.
If you’re buying a home in Hingham or nearby, Pamela Bates can help you find a property that fits your lifestyle—whether that’s walking distance to the nearest taproom, space for hosting your own tastings, or just a relaxing back deck for enjoying a local brew.
If you’re buying a home in Hingham or nearby, Pamela Bates can help you find a property that fits your lifestyle—whether that’s walking distance to the nearest taproom, space for hosting your own tastings, or just a relaxing back deck for enjoying a local brew.
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