People from all over the world know that Tennessee knows how to do whiskey right. But did you know that we also have a really strong showing of local breweries? It's true! From Knoxville to Memphis, Tennesseans are brewing up some of the best and most creative beer anywhere in the country. The best part is that you can visit nearly all of them, sample the beer, eat some incredible food, and even tour the breweries themselves! Here's just a few that absolutely top the list of best Tennessee breweries.

7. Yazoo Brewing Company - Nashville

Located in the downtown Nashville neighborhood of The Gulch, Yazoo Brewing has been serving up some of the best beer in the city for 14 years. Tours are offered weekday nights and Saturdays, and they're definitely worth it. (910 Division St.)

6. Fat Bottom Brewing - Nashville

Fat Bottom Brewery recently moved from its old East Nashville location to a spot in the up-and-coming Nations neighborhood. They still offer up some incredible beers and their Hopyard restaurant is one of the best in the city. It'll make your rockin' world go 'round. (800 44th Ave N.)

5. TailGate Brewery - Nashville

TailGate brewery is out on the western edges of Nashville, and they're definitely worth the trip. They have possibly the best pizza in the city, an impressive array of creative beers, and they often have events in their brewery room like community movie nights. (7300 Charlotte Pike)

4. Ghost River Brewing Co. - Memphis

Ghost River in Memphis is one of the coolest tours you can take in the state. They only offer them at noon on Saturday, so reservations are definitely recommended. They include a 20 oz beer of your choice at the end, and you can't go wrong. (827 S Main St.)

3. Wiseacre Brewing Company - Memphis

Another Memphis favorite is the Wiseacre Brewing Company. Their taproom has a calendar of different food trucks that visit and serve up food to Wiseacre's patrons. and they offer tours every Saturday. (2783 Broad Ave)

2. Schulz Brau Brewing Company

Schulz Brau (as the name suggests) is a German-style beer hall right in the heart of Knoxville. Their "Great Hall" taproom can fit over 100 people and offers over 20 beers on tap. (126 Bernard Ave)

1. Chattanooga Brewing Company

Chatt Brew is located in the historic Southside neighborhood, and they try to keep things as historically simple as they can. Their beers are used with minimal but high-quality ingredients, offering their customers a truly exceptional experience. (1804 Chestnut St)

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