Orlando?

[sd38]

Do any of you know of any good brewerys,brewpubs or just a place to buy a good beer around the orlando area?I'll be staying close to the airport,if that help.
Thanks

 

[-Dan-]

Orlando is not really a hot spot, some things worth while.... There is a BJ's at Mall of Millenia, a Big River brewpub (chain and mediocre at the most) at Disney, Orlando Brewing Partners close to downtown. That's also the only real brewpub/brewery in Orlando IMO. Hearts Homebrew is in the northwest corner with a ok selection of brews, Whole Foods usually has a decent collection. That's about 15min from the airport taking 528 to I-4. You can also head to the Space Coast (Cape Canaveral). There is Cocoa Beach Brewing Company, a new brewpub and Charlie & Jake's which is an older brewpub.
I'm sure there are plenty of beer stores with an ok-decent selection, but if I am over there, then usually Whole Foods it is when it comes to beer shopping. IN case someone has a killer recommendations...I'm up for it, too
What are you doing in Orlando if I may ask?

 

[sd38]

Thanks for the help.Im going to visit my sister.So whole foods is the place for picking up the beer?Do they cary belgians?

 

[-Dan-]

I'm not sure if it is THE place in Orlando, but it's the only place I usually stop. I'm sure there are plenty of others ones, too. And yes, they do carry belgians...at least some

 

[chuggs]

http://www.cricketersarmspub.com/

I enjoy the Ales on tap at the Crickerters Arms when I'm in Orlando. They usually have a good selection...and at times very good live entertainment.