The Santa Fe brewery short list.

Santa Fe has a real beer scene. These four are the ones we keep returning to.

Second Street Brewery is a great local brewery in The Railyard with multiple locations. Try the IPA or the Boneshaker Bitter.

Santa Fe Brewing Co. is the largest and oldest craft brewery in New Mexico — the HQ and taproom off I-25 has a fantastic beer garden, outdoor games, and great eats. Go on a sunny afternoon.

Rowley Farmhouse Ales on Cerrillos Road does more experimental small-batch beers and has a fantastic food menu too. Worth a real meal there, not just a flight.

Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery on Agua Fria has great craft beer and spirits under one roof, often with live music and events. The all-evening one.