From small batch IPAs to locally loved lagers, Wausau breweries offer more than great beer. They create gathering places that capture the personality of Central Wisconsin. From laid-back taprooms in downtown Wausau to longtime favorites known for craft lagers, seasonal releases, and elevated pub menus, the area’s brewery scene has become a highlight for visitors exploring Central Wisconsin. Whether you want to sample a beer flight after a day outdoors or spend an evening enjoying live music and local food, Wausau breweries are a great way to experience the local culture during a Northwoods getaway.

Of course, exploring breweries is only one of the many things to do in Wausau, WI. Visitors can spend the day hiking at Rib Mountain State Park (or skiing at Granite Peak in the winter), shopping and dining throughout downtown Wausau, or catching performances at the Grand Theater. If you’re planning a romantic weekend escape, girls’ weekend, or a fun weekend away, adding a visit to Wausau breweries should be at the top of your list, with outdoor adventures and cozy evenings by the fire.

After a day exploring the best Wausau breweries, there is nothing better than returning to a private cabin retreat designed for comfort and connection. Owl Ridge Cabin offers guests a stylish escape surrounded by the natural beauty of Central Wisconsin, making it an ideal home base for brewery tours, seasonal activities, and romantic weekends away. Among the top romantic cabins in Wisconsin, our cabin places you close to all the exciting things to do in Wausau, WI. Book your next adventure with us!

A selection of four craft beers on a table at one of the Wausau breweries in Wisconsin.

Your Guide to the Best Wausau Breweries

Exploring Wausau breweries is one of the best ways to experience the local food and craft beer scene while visiting Central Wisconsin. Most breweries are located near downtown Wausau or within a short drive, making it easy to spend an afternoon brewery hopping between outdoor activities, shopping, and local restaurants. Expect welcoming taprooms, seasonal beer releases, live music, and a mix of laid back gathering spaces that reflect the personality of the area.

  1. Red Eye Brewing Company — Located in downtown Wausau, Red Eye Brewing Company is known for its rotating craft beer selection, wood fired pizza, and lively beer garden. This brewery focuses on local sourcing and sustainability.Visitors can sample everything from hop forward IPAs to rich seasonal stouts in a relaxed social atmosphere.
  2. Bull Falls Brewing Company — One of the original Wausau breweries, Bull Falls Brewery offers a classic Wisconsin craft beer experience with approachable lagers, ales, and porters. The brewery has a longtime local following and gives visitors a chance to enjoy Central Wisconsin brewing traditions in a casual setting.
  3. Mosinee Brewing Company — Located just outside Wausau, Mosinee Brewing Company features rotating seasonal beers and creative small batch releases. Their taproom is constructed from locally sourced materials that reflect the character and history of the area. The brewery is especially popular for its relaxed atmosphere and variety of beer styles that appeal to casual beer drinkers and craft beer enthusiasts.
  4. Tribute Brewing Company — Tribute Brewing Company offers a smaller, community focused experience with creative brews and a welcoming local crowd. Its rotating tap list gives visitors an opportunity to try unique beers that are often only available in the area.

For many visitors, brewery stops are one part of their trip. With other activities, such as hiking at Rib Mountain State Park, skiing at Granite Peak, and exploring the shops and restaurants throughout downtown Wausau, there’s no shortage of things to do in Wausau, WI. After a day visiting Wisconsin breweries, returning to a private cabin retreat like our cabin creates the perfect ending to a weekend filled with outdoor adventure, local dining, and memorable experiences in Central Wisconsin.

Owl Ridge Cabin, one of the most romanic cabins in Wisconsin, lit up inside by warm lights, showcasing the bedroom and living area.

One of the Most Romantic Cabins in Wisconsin

After visiting the breweries, there is something especially rewarding about returning to a quiet cabin retreat surrounded by the natural beauty of Wisconsin’s scenic Northwoods. Owl Ridge Cabin gives guests the opportunity to experience the energy of downtown Wausau, just 10 minutes away, and the comfort of a private, thoughtfully designed escape. One of the top romantic cabins in Wisconsin, our cabin offers unmatched luxury amenities, spa-like baths, total privacy, a gorgeous contemporary design on a 10-acre wooded lot.

Our cabin also offers experiences that extend the local food and craft beverage scene long after you return from downtown Wausau. The cabin’s Wine or Beer, Cheese, and Charcuterie Package includes your choice of a bottle of red or white wine or a crowler of locally crafted beer, paired with a gourmet cheese and charcuterie spread and a custom Owl Ridge Cabin mug to take home. Guests looking to elevate their getaway even further can reserve a private culinary experience featuring a four course gourmet dinner for two, prepared and served candlelit at the cabin by a local chef,, and two select bottles of wine. Book your stay today!

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