Signature Brews and Tasting Experience

At Wild Man Dan Brewery, you'll enjoy a one-of-a-kind tasting experience that shows off Dan's brewing skills. The brewery serves a range of signature brews that will please your taste buds.

One of their best beers is the RyeSheKnows IPA. This strong and bitter beer has an unmistakable rye flavor, 5.4% alcohol, and 63 IBUs. The Galaxy hops they use to brew gives it a nice reddish copper color. You'll taste hints of pineapple, tropical fruit, and grapefruit.

You should also try the We Are Pivo Smoked Wheat. This special wheat beer has a light, smoky taste from oak-smoked wheat. It goes down easy and smooth, with flavors of toasted bread and a touch of campfire.

Wild Man Dan has something to offer for folks who like seasonal beers. The brewery rolls out changing options that show off their inventive side. Take the Crooked Room, for instance. It's a Berliner Weisse that clocks in at 4.0% ABV and 7 IBUs. This thirst-quenching beer gives you a clean, tangy sourness with touches of strawberry and rhubarb.

Visiting the Brewery

A trip to Wild Man Dan Brewery promises a one-of-a-kind adventure. This cozy microbrewery sits in the center of Afton and greets guests with warmth. You can stop by the taproom Wednesday through Sunday between 12 pm and 8 pm (12 pm to 6 pm on Sundays). Keep in mind that during winter (December to mid-March), they close on Wednesdays, so plan your visit.

Walking into the brewery, you'll find it has a warm and welcoming vibe. Terri, Dan, and the rest of the team are always happy to make you feel comfortable. They don't offer food, but you can easily bring snacks or get something to eat from nearby places. Many people like to buy food from the Scratch Kitchen at Brewing Tree and eat it while they drink their beers at the brewery.

This brewery welcomes dogs and provides seating both inside and out, allowing you to enjoy the lovely Afton views. When the brewery closes, you can use the Mischief Makers Loft, an event space for rent that fits 50-70 people. It has darts, foosball, and a record player—you'll feel like you've returned in time!

Drinks

Beers are brewed right there in the barn, in 10-gallon batches, meaning that they are made lovingly and that you’ll never know what’s on the menu until you get there! On the menu at the time of this profile are an Irish Red Ale, a Chai Brown, and a Chocolate-Cherry Stout. Dan has won awards for his RyeSheKnows IPA, and We Are Pivo Smoked Wheat beers.

Menu

No food is available, just beer!

Pros

Extremely welcoming and kind staff, beers handcrafted with passion

Cons

Just beer, 21+ only

Alternatives

Wild Wolf Brewing, Silver Back Distillery, Blue Mountain Brewery, Devil’s Backbone Brewery

FAQ

Where is the best place to stay near Wild Man Dan’s?

In addition to being a brewery, it is also a B&B! For a more family-centered stay, there are unique rentals literally next door to the brewery barn. You can find them here: Afton Clubhouse and Farmhouse.

I like to have food with my wine. Where can I go for supplies?

Just down the street, you’ll find Paulie’s Pig-Out, a local barbecue spot that is unparalleled in Nelson County. Alternatively, you could spin over to Greenwood Grocery, which offers many freshly made foods and staples from their gourmet deli.

Does Wild Mand Dan host events?

The barn and the farmhouse are both rentable for small private events, with additional rentals nearby for additional guests.