Taproom and Brewery
Retreat at the edge of town
Enjoy beer straight from the source with a large selection of Jackie O’s drafts, carryout cans, bottles, and select kegs. We offer a variety of merchandise and a spacious, newly updated outdoor patio as well.
Our Jackie O's Bakeshop provides daily specials that are made fresh to pair with your beer! We are happy and grateful to locally source a large portion of the ingredients we use from our friends, local farmers, and producers.
Children are welcome, but they must remain at your party’s table. Pets are welcome, but must be on a leash and remain at your party’s table.
On Tap & To Go
On Tap
Bottles
Cans
Jackie O's drafts are currently available for pours to enjoy on the patio and select growler fills to carry out. Bring in clean growlers for refills or purchase a new growler for $5.
Stout - Imperial / Double Coffee
Around the brewery, we listen to a lot of reggae, drink a fair share of coffee, and are devoted to our barrel aging program. In 2015, we had a one off imperial stout aging in barrels for close to a year. These barrels had a rich chocolate vanilla character, but needed a boost. Stauf’s Coffee…
Farmhouse Ale - Saison
Our talented team of brewers crafted up this simple pleasure to ensure that we can all enjoy a refreshing and well designed sour ale. Livelihood was brewed with pilsner malt, unmalted white wheat, and German hops. The beer was fermented with our proprietary saison blend alongside cherries and bottle conditioned for 6 months.
Brown Ale - American
This brown ale was brewed to commemorate the 2007 Lungevity Everest Expedition. The people of Tibet call Mt. Everest “Chomolungma,” and this exceptional ale carries on the spirit of the climb. Seven Malts, three hops, and 100 pounds of local wild flower honey give this ale an exceptional character. Baked muffins, dark fruit, bittersweet chocolate,…
Farmhouse Ale - Saison
Oak aged Mixed Culture Saison style ale, refermented on black plums.
Stout - Imperial / Double
A blend of imperial stouts aged for 17 months in bourbon barrels and 6 months in rum barrels.
IPA - New England / Hazy
A boisterous trio of Pacific Northwest hops bring brilliant fruit tones to this robust yet delicate Hazy IPA. Carefully selected Citra brings candied grapefruit notes, while El Dorado and Idaho 7 bring notes of pineapple, maraschino cherry and grape bubble gum. 7% ABV.
Jackie O's Mélonge
Sour - Fruited
Sour Ale fermented with Jackie O's Barrel Ridge Farm cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon.
Kölsch
German style Leichtbier brewed with choice German malts and hops. Cold, crisp and crushable! *Gluten reduced to below 10ppm.
Stout - Irish Dry
O’Hooley’s Irish Stout was created to honor O’Hooley’s, a 90’s era brewpub, that was purchased in 2005 and became the Jackie O’s Brewpub that we all know and love today.
Flavored Malt Beverage
Flavored malt beverage with mango & grapefruit purée.
Wheat Beer - American Pale Wheat
Razz Wheat is a classic local favorite originating from the brewpub in Athens, Ohio. Natural raspberry puree is added during fermentation giving this beer a unique and playful personality. The rosy haze and sticky head embody a continuum of sour sweetness held together by a wheat back bone.
Golden Ale - Other
Dry, crisp, and refreshing. It doesn’t get more easy drinking than this! Inspired by the industrial brewing legends, Ricky strives to quench your thirst every time. Yellow beer brewed by passionate people in a craft brewery.
Shop Dog
IPA - American
This Brilliant West Coast-Style IPA delivers robust notes of candied grapefruit, resinous pine, strawberry, and toasty malt. A tightly balanced maltiness and bitterness round out this classy IPA.
Sun Shimmer
IPA - Fruited
Hazy IPA with mango
Stout - Imperial / Double
A blend of Imperial Stouts aged for 22 months in bourbon barrels.
Stout - Imperial / Double
Brewed in collaboration with our friends at Dancing Gnome, this leviathan stout aged for 17 months in freshly emptied Old Fitzgerald barrels, patiently developed notes of vanilla, German chocolate cake, and dried fruit.
Pale Ale - New England / Hazy
Who Cooks For You is Jackie O’s first packaged hazy pale ale. Brewed and double dry hopped with over 3 lbs per barrel of both Cryo hop powder and hop pellets that were hand selected in Yakima, WA. This little number is full of bright aromas and flavors of mango, watermelon, and lemon. A subtle…
Various Jackie O's bottles - on premise & carry out available.
Stout - Imperial / Double
Named for Athens’s geographic isolation, A Place Between Places was aged in barrels which held bourbon whiskey before aging Athens County maple syrup. After 13 months of aging in these special barrels, this beer was conditioned on maple syrup sourced from the same farm and heaps of coconut carefully toasted by Jackie O’s Bakeshop.
Sour - Fruited
American Sour ale aged in oak barrels for 17 months and refermented with apricots and peaches.
Stout - Imperial / Double
Imperial Stout brewed with honey and lactose and aged in bourbon barrels. After aging in bourbon barrels for 14 months, Abandon the Halogens packs heavy notes of nutty chocolate and perfectly toasted marshmallows. Brewed with an exorbitant amount of Northwestern Meadowfoam honey and the gentlest sprinkle of smoked malt, this decadent stout pairs best with…
Anvil Chorus (2023)
Stout - Imperial / Double
Imperial Stout aged in bourbon barrels for 20 months
Barleywine - English
Blend of Barleywine Style ales carefully assembled with our friends from Permanent Hangover.
Stout - Imperial / Double
Brewed with heaps of malt, spicy Fireweed honey, and aged in bourbon barrels for 15 months, this collaborative effort, created and blended with Our Mutal Friend Brewing Company, carries notes of chocolate covered toffee, spice cake, and floral honey. Entice Big Snail out of its shell by allowing it to warm slightly in the glass…
Sour - Fruited
American Sour Brown Ale aged in oak barrels for 29 months and re-fermented on local raspberries and blackberries
Porter - Imperial / Double
Imperial Porter brewed with maple syrup and aged in bourbon barrels Bourbon Barrel Black Maple was first brewed in 2013 as a one-off batch designed to explore the capabilities of our brewhouse. After its long rest in bourbon barrels, Black Maple quickly became a perennial favorite. Now brewed every year in late summer, Black Maple…
Bourbon Barrel Black Maple (2023)
Porter - Imperial / Double
Imperial porter brewed with local maple syrup and aged in bourbon barrels.
Barleywine - English
Bourbon Barrel Brick Kiln is a barley wine style ale aged in bourbon barrels. It was brewed in the English tradition and its deep mahogony hue is accompanied by rich caramel and raisin notes. Light herbal jabs from noble European hops round out this warming brew.
Stout - Russian Imperial
Seven malts were used to create deep flavors of coffee, chocolate, caramel, and molasses. A hint of bitterness and herbal character from carefully selected European and American hops help support the monolithic maltiness. After conditioning in stainless steel, this beer waited patiently in bourbon barrels for 8 to 12 months.
Bourbon Barrel Oro Negro (2022)
Stout - Imperial / Double
Imperial Stout brewed with walnuts, aged in bourbon barrels, and conditioned on cacao nibs, cinnamon stick, vanilla beans, and habaneros.
Wheat Beer - Other
Belgian-style Witbier aged in oak barrels for 23 months with house cultures.
Strong Ale - American
A blend of bourbon barrels of Dark Apparition and Wood Ya Honey. A carefully blended homage to the first of this series, released in 2009. Our most cherished bourbon barrels of Dark Apparition and Wood Ya Honey combine to gracefully blur the line between Stout and Strong ale. Notes of roasted sugar, pecan, and fig…
Champion Ground (2023)
Stout - Imperial / Double Coffee
Imperial stout conditioned on Blue Mountain coffee.
Stout - Imperial / Double
Blend of Imperial Stouts aged for 19 months in bourbon barrels and conditioned on Ancho, Cascabel, Mulato, and Pasilla de Oaxaca Chiles, Cacao Nibs, Hickory Nuts, Cinnamon, and Vanilla Beans.
Bock - Doppelbock
Bourbon barrel aged Doppelbock-style lager. A modern riff on classic style, Convex Refraction adds bourbon barrel aging and carefully crafted malt to the long-standing spirit of Doppelbock. Brewed with caramelized Triticale malt from Haus Malts, this hefty lager aged in bourbon barrels for 14 months after extended lagering. In collaboration with our friends, Burial Beer…
Sour - Fruited
American Sour Ale fermented with grilled peaches and conditioned on lemon basil
Decorating Pieces of Time (2022)
Barleywine - American
Barleywine aged patiently in rye whiskey and bourbon barrels for 13 months, Decorating Pieces of Time carries notes of toffee, light caramel, Fuji Apple, and raisin. The name comes from a Frank Zappa interview, in which he made the statement that “music only exists to decorate pieces of time,” which perfectly correlates to beer. 12.7%…
Barleywine - English
Bourbon barrel-aged barleywine, brewed with Maris Otter, Munich, brown sugar, and lots of caramel malt. Ten malts, a long boil, and barrel aging came together to create a complex barleywine with notes of rich caramel, oolong tea, bruleed sugar, and well-aged spirit.
Porter - Imperial / Double
Fire on the Coals exudes rich notes of aged brandy, chocolate covered cherry, toasted English walnut, rum-soaked raisins, and German chocolate cake.
Forward Into Yesterday (2023)
Stout - Imperial / Double
Imperial Stout aged in bourbon barrels for 20 months and conditioned on Malagasy, Indonesian, Papua New Guinean vanilla beans
Barleywine - English
Brewed in the English barleywine tradition and aged in bourbon barrels for 17 months, this variant of Bourbon Barrel Brick Kiln's deep mahogany hue gives way to aromas of toasted sugar, almond, and coconut. Conditioning on hazelnuts, cacao nibs, and vanilla brings brilliant confectionary tones to our beloved barleywine, named in tribute to the Southeast…
Barleywine - English
Barleywine style ale aged in bourbon barrels and conditioned on almonds, tiger nuts, cinnamon, and vanilla
Stout - Imperial / Double
Brewed with our dear friends at Oxbow Brewing Company, Inner Source channels the collaborative and experimental nature of early jazz fusion. This massive stout was fermented with expressive Trappist yeast and aged in bourbon barrels for 16 months. Tones of rye spice and dried fig deftly harmonize with the rich Belgian yeast character.
Iron Furnace (2022)
Barleywine - Other
(2022) Barleywine-style ale brewed with brown sugar and maple syrup, and aged in bourbon barrels. 12.7% ABV.
Altbier
Iron Sharpens Iron was aged for 16 months in bourbon barrels, presenting notes of rich oak, toffee, and vanilla.
Barleywine - Other
Bourbon barrel-aged Oat Wine brewed with lactose and conditioned on orange peel, vanilla, and almonds.
Stout - Imperial / Double
Imperial Stout brewed with meadowfoam and eucalyptus honey, conditioned on vanilla beans, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, and aged in Bourbon barrels for 15 months. Brewed in collaboration with Brussels Beer Project.
Barleywine - Other
Brewed in collaboration with Pacific Northwest Barleywine legends, Pelican Brewing, Mother Of All Bricks deftly combines Pelican's astute sensibilities with our Appalachian penchant for the ostentatious. This leviathan Barleywine style ale aged for 17 months in extremely rare 19-year Bourbon barrels.
Prodigality (2022)
Barleywine - English
Churning out complexity through time and heat. The solo grain, Maris Otter, brims the mash tun for a long soak. A portion of the first runnings were boiled and reduced, triggering the Maillard Reaction; through which, the vigorous heating of sugars adds a deeper color and flavor. Continuing on with an extended boil to increase…
Stout - Imperial / Double
After a layover of 17 months in Bourbon barrels, prepare for descent into rich maltiness and flavors of faraway lands. Careful additions of toasted sesame seeds and Szechuan peppercorns bring floral and nutty tones to this decadent Stout.
Sour - Other Gose
Stainless steel conditioned American Sour ale brewed with coriander and sea salt.
Thread Count (2022)
Stout - Imperial / Double Milk
Imperial Stout brewed with honey and lactose, aged in bourbon barrels for 22 months, and conditioned on cacao nibs, vanilla beans, and orange zest.
Sour - Fruited
Mixed-fermentation sour ale refermented with watermelons from Jackie O's Barrel Ridge farm and conditioned on hibiscus
Stout - Imperial / Double
Brewed in collaboration with our friends at Dancing Gnome, this leviathan stout aged for 17 months in freshly emptied Old Fitzgerald barrels, patiently developed notes of vanilla, German chocolate cake, and dried fruit.
Stout - Russian Imperial
Seven malts were used to create deep flavors of coffee, chocolate, caramel, and molasses. A hint of bitterness and herbal character from carefully selected European and American hops help support the monolithic maltiness. This special batch was aged in bourbon barrels and conditioned on vanilla beans and whole coffee beans. A truly decadent brew that…
Wood Ya Honey (2022)
Wheat Beer - Wheat Wine
Wheat Wine Style Ale brewed with honey and aged in bourbon barrels
Various core & seasonal Jackie O's 12oz cans - on premise & carry out available. 4 pack & 6 pack mixers available for $11.99
Brown Ale - American
This brown ale was brewed to commemorate the 2007 Lungevity Everest Expedition. The people of Tibet call Mt. Everest “Chomolungma,” and this exceptional ale carries on the spirit of the climb. Seven Malts, three hops, and 100 pounds of local wild flower honey give this ale an exceptional character. Baked muffins, dark fruit, bittersweet chocolate,…
Stout - Russian Imperial
Seven malts were used to create deep flavors of coffee, chocolate, caramel, and molasses. A hint of bitterness and herbal character from carefully selected European and American hops help support the monolithic maltiness. A truly decadent brew that is intended to be poured into your favorite snifter and given time to warm up from its…
Winter Ale
English-style Holiday Ale: Brewed with robust American, British, and German malt and carefully hopped with UK-grown East Kent Goldings, Deck the Hills presents a rich malt character complimented by delicate floral notes. A gentle sweetness and light bitterness make this celebratory ale the perfect companion for cool fall evenings that turn into brisk winter nights.
IPA - Imperial / Double
A doubled-down riff on our classic West Coast-style IPA, Double Mystic Mama delivers even more aroma and flavor with 50% more dry hops than Mystic Mama. 9% ABV.
IPA - New England / Hazy
A boisterous trio of Pacific Northwest hops bring brilliant fruit tones to this robust yet delicate Hazy IPA. Carefully selected Citra brings candied grapefruit notes, while El Dorado and Idaho 7 bring notes of pineapple, maraschino cherry and grape bubble gum. 7% ABV.
IPA - American
Our West-Coast inspired India Pale ale offers lots of flavor and aroma without over-powering the senses. A complex blend of 5 hops lend a firm bitterness to the notes of grapefruit, tangerines, and pine. A big dry hop addition of Citra and Simcoe hops give Mystic Mama a nose to stand up to the flavor.
Märzen
Brewed to honor the annual German Märzen brewing tradition, Pipapo features the best European malt and hops available. Extensive cold-lagering refined Pipapo to deliver notes of freshly baked bread, nutty toffee, and subtle German hops. Pipapo translates to “frills” in English, and our team applied extra diligence in crafting this homage to one of our…
Flavored Malt Beverage
Flavored malt beverage with mango & grapefruit purée.
Wheat Beer - American Pale Wheat
Razz Wheat is a classic local favorite originating from the brewpub in Athens, Ohio. Natural raspberry puree is added during fermentation giving this beer a unique and playful personality. The rosy haze and sticky head embody a continuum of sour sweetness held together by a wheat back bone.
Golden Ale - Other
Dry, crisp, and refreshing. It doesn’t get more easy drinking than this! Inspired by the industrial brewing legends, Ricky strives to quench your thirst every time. Yellow beer brewed by passionate people in a craft brewery.
Pale Ale - New England / Hazy
Who Cooks For You is Jackie O’s first packaged hazy pale ale. Brewed and double dry hopped with over 3 lbs per barrel of both Cryo hop powder and hop pellets that were hand selected in Yakima, WA. This little number is full of bright aromas and flavors of mango, watermelon, and lemon. A subtle…
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Hours
Monday
2pm – 9pm
Tuesday
2pm – 9pm
Wednesday
2pm – 9pm
Thursday
2pm – 9pm
Friday
12pm – 10pm
Saturday
12pm – 10pm
Sunday
12pm – 6pm