About
Waikiki Brewing Company opened its first location in Waikiki in 2015. The seven-barrel brewhouse in Waikiki is capable of producing 1100 barrels a year and was at capacity almost immediately, leading the brewery to start looking for a second location. They found the ideal spot in Honolulu’s historic brewing district in up-and-coming Kaka’ako. The 20-barrel brewhouse and high ceilings have allowed Waikiki Brewing Company to more than quadruple production and become the third-largest producer of craft beer in the state of Hawaii. In 2020 amidst a global pandemic, they were able to open the 3rd Brewery on the island of Maui in Lahaina. This newest location features stunning, fully unobstructed ocean views and a brewing location like none other on the planet! With the sun setting behind Lanai, and whales breaching in the channel, this world-class location will create lifelong memories. Waikiki Brewing Company has found success on the national stage, winning medals at the Great American Beer Festival, the US Open Beer Championship, and the Denver International Beer Competition.
Waikiki Brewing Company’s operation in Kaka’ako has not only created an additional 40 manufacturing and service jobs in the community but also supports other local businesses. Waikiki Brewing Company cans their beer and purchases cans from Ball’s can manufacturing plant in Kapolei and also donates their “spent grain” from the brewing process to local farmer David Wong of Mountain View Farms. Even their empty grain bags find additional use after being upcycled by a local roofing company.
Waikiki Brewing Company has not only helped to drive the local economy but also provides a wonderful community gathering place at our pubs. We see families come together, military promotion celebrations, and team-building gatherings for local businesses on a weekly basis, as well as being a great landing place for thirsty travelers.
Awards and Accolades
Black Strap Molasses Porter
Silver 2017 Great American Beer Festival
Silver 2018 Denver International Beer Competition
Bronze 2018 US Open Beer Championships
Bronze 2019 US Open Beer Championships
Gold 2019 Denver International Beer Competition
Bronze 2021 Denver International Beer Competition
Bronze 2021 Hawaii craft beer awards
Jalapeno Mouth
Gold 2018 Denver International Beer Competition
Bronze 2019 US Open Beer Championships
Silver 2019 Denver International Beer Competition
Gold 2019 Hawaii Craft Beer Awards
Bronze 2021 Denver International Beer Competition
Third Anniversary Barleywine
Silver 2018 Denver International Beer Competition
Gold 2019 US Open Beer Championships
Fourth Anniversary Barleywine
Silver 2019 Denver International Beer Competition
Bronze 2019 Hawaii Craft Beer Awards
5th Anniversary Barleywine
Bronze 2020 US Open Beer Championships
Bronze 2021 US Open Beer Championships
6th Anniversary Barleywine
Gold 2021 US Open Beer Championships
96815 Saison
Bronze 2019 Denver International Beer Competition
808 Pale Ale
Silver 2019 Denver International Beer Competition
Skinny Jeans IPA
Silver 2019 Hawaii Craft Beer Awards
Craft Light Lager
Silver 2021 Denver International Beer Competition
Mom’s Stout
Silver 2021 Denver International Beer Competition
RateBeer.com’s Best New Brewer in Hawaii 2015