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Upper Hand Brewery

Crafting Iconic U.P.-Inspired Beers and Community

★ 4.7 (225 reviews)

3525 Airport Rd, Escanaba, MI 49829, USA
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Nestled beside Portage Creek, Upper Hand Brewery is a charming retreat where Yoopers and visitors alike gather. Offering a cozy taproom with plenty of outdoor seating, we serve up iconic U.P. beers alongside classic snacks like jerky and pickled eggs. Our welcoming environment encourages bringing your own food, making every visit a unique experience. Whether you're grabbing a pint, a six-pack to go, or simply enjoying the rustic atmosphere, Upper Hand Brewery is your destination for authentic U.P. flavor and community.


Upper Hand Brewery Reviews What people like about this brewery

Upper Hand Brewery is a dog-friendly destination offering enjoyable beer, good service, and spotless bathrooms. The brewery boasts outdoor seating, allowing patrons to appreciate the surroundings while enjoying their favorite Upper Peninsula beers.


Craft Beer Menu
BeerABVIBU
Upper Hand Lager  
LagerAmerican Light
5.0%--
Upper Peninsula Ale (UPA)  
Pale AleAmerican
5.5%--
Christmastime  
StoutOatmeal
7.2%--
UPX  
IPAAmerican
7.5%48
Old Fighter  
BarleywineAmerican
10.0%--
Peninsula Point  
IPAAmerican
6.0%50
Lumen  
LagerIPL (India Pale Lager)
6.9%--
Sugarbush Maple Lager  
LagerAmerican
5.2%--
Wapatooie  
Sour
8.5%--
Next Up  
IPANew England / Hazy
6.5%--
Laughing Fish  
Blonde / Golden AleAmerican
4.9%--
Upper Hand IPA  
IPAAmerican
7.0%65
Double Ringer  
IPAImperial / Double
10.0%65
SISU Stout  
StoutImperial / Double
10.0%--
Deer Camp  
LagerAmber / Red
4.7%--
Trek Light  
IPAAmerican
4.0%--
Roadside Meadows  
IPAImperial / Double
10.2%--
Yooper Ale  
Pale AleAmerican
4.0%22
Boatload Brewers' Series: Yellow Hex  
SourTraditional Gose
4.0%--
Lemon Fish  
Shandy / Radler
4.9%--
906 Ale  
Red AleImperial / Double
9.1%--
Pulla  
Lager
6.8%--
Light  
LagerAmerican Light
4.2%--
State Bird  
IPASession
5.7%--
Nowhere Land  
Wheat Beer
4.1%--

Brewery Services + Perks About Upper Hand Brewery

Upper Hand Brewery offers wheelchair accessible parking and entrance. They also serve beer and accept major credit cards, including debit cards.


When can I get craft beer? Typical hours at Upper Hand Brewery

Day Hours
Mondayclosed
Tuesdayclosed
Wednesdayclosed
Thursday2:00–8:00pm
Friday2:00–8:00pm
Saturday2:00–8:00pm
Sundayclosed

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