1812 Brewery
4.8 (256 on Google)
About 1812 Brewery
1812 Brewery is a family-run farm brewery on Mason Road in Cumberland, Maryland. It works out of a repurposed barn that its website says was built in 1812. The site says it is the first farm brewery in Allegany County.
The family started growing hops on its 100-acre farm in 2017. Its website lists Creekside Pilsner, Mountain Valley Lager and Cumberland Blues Pale Ale, among others. The lagers use Maryland-grown barley from Bear Branch Malt.
Outside, there is a patio, a playground and a swing set. The website calls the brewery very family-friendly. Dogs other than service and therapy dogs are not allowed in the taproom.
Live music plays on the outdoor stage, and food trucks visit on event nights. A farmers market and craft show runs on the first Sunday of the month from April through December. More people have reviewed 1812 Brewery on Google than any other brewery, taproom or beer shop in Cumberland on this site.
From 1812 Brewery's own website and its Google listing, read October 22, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Map
Questions people ask
Is 1812 Brewery family-friendly?
Yes. Its FAQ page says the brewery is very family-friendly and has an outdoor swing set. The home page also mentions a playground.
Are dogs allowed at 1812 Brewery?
Other than service and therapy dogs, dogs are not permitted in the taproom, according to its FAQ page.
Can I take beer home from 1812 Brewery?
Yes. The website says to-go beer comes in 16 oz cans, sold in 4-packs or by the case. It does not sell growlers, but it will refill your own.
Is there food at 1812 Brewery?
The website describes food truck nights, and event listings name the truck that is visiting. It does not describe a kitchen.
Which breweries are close by?
Bedford Road Liquor Store is 2.3 miles away. Dig Deep Brewing Co. is 4.9 miles away.
Answers come from 1812 Brewery's website and its Google listing, read October 22, 2026.
Before you visit 1812 Brewery
Expect a farm setting, not a city taproom. Pour a beer and head out to the patio. The playground keeps kids busy.
Check 1812brewery.com before you go. The events page lists the music and the visiting food trucks, and the beer page shows what is on tap. Remember that only service and therapy dogs are allowed in the taproom.
Bedford Road Liquor Store is 2.3 miles away, and Dig Deep Brewing Co. is 4.9 miles away. Dig Deep makes an easy second brewery stop.