Craft Beer Straight from the Tanks in Ulverstone
Pull up a keg stool and have a beer right where it’s made. Buttons Brewing is a family-owned brewery in Ulverstone, serving small-batch North West Tasmanian beer straight from the source.
This is a proper working brewery, so expect stainless-steel tanks, bags of grain, pallets of kegs and the smell of beer brewing around you. Work your way through the taps at the Cellar Door, with Buttons favourites alongside limited releases and experimental brews you might not find anywhere else.
Buttons Brewing was started in 2017 by Josh Roberts, with the name inspired by Buttons Creek, which runs through Ulverstone to Buttons Beach. That local connection carries through the beers too, with plenty of North West personality in the names and stories behind them.
Food vans regularly roll in, live music pops up and there’s always a good excuse to settle in for another beer. You can also grab cans and takeaways to enjoy later – handy if you find a new favourite.
Right in Ulverstone, Buttons Brewing is an easy stop for anyone keen to get beyond the bar and experience a small independent Tasmanian brewery from the inside.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Buttons Brewing?
Buttons Brewing is located at 32 Short Street, Ulverstone, on Tasmania’s North West Coast.
Can you visit the Buttons Brewing brewery?
Yes. The Buttons Brewing Cellar Door is inside the working brewery in Ulverstone, where you can sit amongst the tanks, grain and kegs while tasting beer straight from the source.
Can you do a beer tasting at Buttons Brewing?
Yes. The Cellar Door pours Buttons Brewing’s core range alongside limited releases and experimental beers, giving you the chance to taste brews you may not find elsewhere.
What beers does Buttons Brewing make?
Buttons Brewing produces a core range of locally made beers including Pale Ale, Draught, Session Ale, Brown Ale, IPA and Lager, along with seasonal, limited and experimental releases.
Can you eat at Buttons Brewing?
Food vans regularly visit the Buttons Brewing Cellar Door, so you can grab something to eat while enjoying a beer. Check Buttons Brewing’s social media for current food vans and what’s happening at the brewery.
Does Buttons Brewing have live music?
Yes. Live music and other events regularly add to the relaxed Cellar Door atmosphere. Check their social media for upcoming events.
Is Buttons Brewing family friendly?
Yes. Buttons Brewing is listed as family friendly, with a relaxed Cellar Door atmosphere inside the working brewery.
What else can I explore near Buttons Brewing?
Buttons Brewing is featured on the Tasting Trail Tasmania Beer & Cider Trail, making it easy to combine with more independent breweries and cider makers across North West Tasmania.