Arlington Brewing Company
About
Arlington Brewing Company makes craft beer in Arlington with a mission of spreading joy through great beer, good food and genuine connection. It is best known for Trafford, a traditional British pub ale with toasty malt and Fuggles hops that won gold in the English mild or bitter category at the 2026 World Beer Cup. Other beers include a hazy New England IPA brewed without gluten, a light grapefruit session beer and a crisp helles festbier.
Founder and head brewer Tom Allen says the focus from day one has been on brewing world-class examples across a wide range of styles. The brewery is shaping a new taproom in town and shares the work on its website, and it takes its beer to local celebrations, hosting a biergarten at Harvard Square Oktoberfest and the HONK! parade. Its festbier nods to Arlington’s own Old Schwamb Mill Oktoberfest.
What to Know
- The World Beer Cup was established by the Brewers Association in 1996.
- Trafford has a modest ABV but is described as a smooth, full-flavored pint.
- It belongs to both the Arlington and Winchester chambers of commerce.
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