Ithaca Beer Co. is located on a picturesque farm just outside Ithaca, nestled between two state parks. Founded in 1998 by Dan Mitchell, the brewery remains independently owned and features a state-of-the-art 50bbl brew system, producing approximately 12,000 barrels of beer annually. Its flagship Flower Power IPA has gained acclaim, being recognized by Food & Wine magazine as one of the “25 Most Important American Craft Beers Ever Brewed,” and is distributed in 15 East Coast states.
In 2012, the brewery’s long-held dream of opening a restaurant came to fruition with the launch of “The Taproom,” which showcases Ithaca Beer products alongside locally sourced ingredients. Dan’s passion for food and family shapes the farm-to-table concept, creating a welcoming space for guests to enjoy beer in a beautiful agrarian setting. In 2021, a second Taproom was opened in Collegetown, near Cornell University.