About
Hutton & Smith Brewing Co. is a Chattanooga, TN brewery honoring geologists James Hutton and William Smith with a playful geology-themed name and cat-loving vibe (cat bar, dogs welcome). They produce hop-forward core beers available in cans, including IPAs and pale ales, with seasonal releases, distributed in Tennessee, Alabama, and North Georgia. Known for award-winning beers and a welcoming taproom community.
Hop-forward IPAs and pale ales
Geology and cat themes
Pet-friendly taproom
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What They Make
Igneous IPA
Flagship IPA with citrus, pine, and resin. Well balanced bitterness, biscuit notes, and clean finish.
Tectonic Session IPA
Hop forward with citrus, pine, and tropical fruit, juicy and crisp mouthfeel.
Basecamp Blonde
Crisp and drinkable with malty backbone and touch of bitterness.
Promenade NEIPA
Juicy, tropical, soft mouthfeel with smooth finish.
The Good Schist
Well rounded tropical pale with hints of grapefruit, balanced body, medium bitterness.
Bivouac Black IPA
Bold hop presence with resin, pine, orange, grapefruit; dark malts with coffee and roast, dry finish. Available in September.
Awards
Bronze Medal
2022
Gold Medal
2019
Latest News
Active crowdfunding campaign.