7.2% ABV
West Coast IPA
Copper IPA
Bold hop presence with citrus and pine aromatics, balanced by a clean malt backbone. Gold Medal — Great American Beer Festival 2024.
Knoxville, Tennessee — Est. 2015
Brewed with
Purpose.
Award-winning craft beers. Hearty gastropub kitchen.
Come for the brews — stay for the experience.
10+
Beers on Tap
3
National Awards
9+
Years Brewing
100%
Hand-Crafted
Est. 2015
Our Story
What started as a chemical engineer's obsession with fermentation science became East Tennessee's most celebrated craft brewery. Jake Morrison and Sarah Chen founded Ironwood with a single conviction — that great beer and great food belong at the same table.
From our 15-barrel system to our bourbon barrel-aging program, every pour reflects a decade of craft, community, and an unrelenting pursuit of flavor. Named Tennessee Craft Brewery of the Year in 2024, we're just getting started.
What's on Tap
Signature Brews
Crafted in small batches with premium ingredients, each beer tells its own story. Proper glassware. No shortcuts.
7.2% ABV
10.2% ABV
Imperial Stout
Midnight Stout
Roasted malt, dark chocolate, espresso, and a whisper of vanilla from bourbon barrel aging. Best Stout — World Beer Cup 2023.
5.2% ABV
Hefeweizen
Harvest Wheat
Light-bodied and refreshing with classic banana and clove notes. Perfect for sunny afternoons on the patio.
Recognized for excellence
Award Winning Brews
Gold Medal
Great American Beer Festival 2024
Copper IPA
Best Stout
World Beer Cup 2023
Midnight Stout
Brewery of the Year
Tennessee Craft Beer Awards 2024
Overall Excellence
From the kitchen
Kitchen Favorites
Hearty, beer-friendly fare crafted to complement our brews. Farm-to-table ingredients, big portions, zero compromise.
Brewmaster's Burger
Half-lb Angus, beer-braised onions, aged cheddar, bacon, brioche bun
Babyback Ribs
Slow-smoked full rack, bourbon BBQ glaze, coleslaw, fries
IPA Wings
Hot, buffalo, garlic parm, or honey sriracha — full pound
Host your next gathering
Private Events
Our private event space accommodates groups of 20–100 guests with custom beer packages, catering menus, and dedicated staff to make your event unforgettable.
- Birthday parties & anniversaries
- Corporate events & team building
- Rehearsal dinners & celebrations
- Custom beer pairing experiences
- Groups of 20–100 guests
Knoxville's favourite taproom
Ready to Order?
Live music, tap takeovers, trivia nights and more — there's always something on at Ironwood.