“I think the world of beer has taken such a turn toward craft 

beers because beer lovers appreciate the full-bodied taste and 

unique flavor profiles that are not in typical, mass produced 

beers,” says Elliott. “It’s amazing to realize how big a part of 

that trend Florida has become, as well—more than 110 craft 

breweries are in operation throughout the state, 

and the Emerald Coast is actually home to 

more than a dozen of them,” she notes. 

“We especially love hosting our local 

breweries at the Beer Festival. Not 

only do we love getting to support 

the locals, but we also get to provide 

our festival goers with a real taste 

of home—fresh, great tasting beer 

that’s made right here—made by 

people who are passionate about 

what they do and where they live.”

Giving those local crafters some props 

for their hops, the Beer From Around 

Here event-within-the-event provides the 

unique opportunity to sample some of the 

most popular beers from the local breweries 

and savor delicious appetizers from Village 

merchants. It’s the perfect way to relax and 

enjoy the evening as you listen to the music of 

The Forrest Williams Band with beer-in-hand, 

making connections and getting to know the brewers 

and their histories. More than just a sampling of the 

latest thing on tap, the Baytowne Wharf Beer Festival 

is an annual opportunity to give passionate brewers the 

chance to show off their masterpieces, to connect with 

the people who appreciate their craft. And to that, we 

raise a glass and offer them a hearty, “Cheers!” 

To learn more about the event schedule and ticket 

information for the 11th Annual Baytowne Wharf 

Beer Festival, visit www.baytownebeerfest.com or call           

(850) 267-8180.

“We especially love hosting our local 
breweries at the Beer Festival. Not only do 
we love getting to support the locals, but 
we also get to provide our festival goers 
with a real taste of home—fresh, great 
tasting beer that’s made right here—made 
by people who are passionate about what 
they do and where they live.”
  -Events Manager Leighann Elliott

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