Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company Tour — Kiln, Mississippi

Discover the Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company Tour in Mississippi

Located in Kiln, Mississippi, the Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company Tour offers visitors a guided look inside one of the South’s pioneering craft breweries. As Mississippi’s first packaging brewery since Prohibition, Lazy Magnolia plays a significant role in the state’s modern beer movement.

During the tour, guests explore how locally inspired ingredients are transformed into signature brews, from grain milling and mashing to fermentation and packaging — all within a working production facility on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Why it’s special: The Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company Tour showcases the brewery that helped revive Mississippi’s craft beer industry, making it a landmark stop for beer enthusiasts visiting the Gulf Coast.

History & Story of Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company

Founded in 2003, Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company became Mississippi’s first packaging brewery since Prohibition. Established by Mark and Leslie Henderson, the brewery was built with a mission to craft beers that reflect Southern culture and local flavors.

Over the years, Lazy Magnolia introduced regional favorites like Southern Pecan Nut Brown Ale, brewed with roasted pecans — a nod to Mississippi agriculture. The brewery has since grown into a key player in the Southeast craft beer market while maintaining its roots in Kiln, Mississippi.

What You’ll See & Do on the Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company Tour

• Learn about the full brewing process from grain to glass
• See milling equipment, brew kettles, and fermentation tanks
• Discover how Southern-inspired ingredients influence flavor
• Observe canning and packaging operations
• Visit the taproom for guided beer tastings

Hands-On Elements: Guided tastings are included for guests 21+; visitors may sample multiple flagship and seasonal beers.

Photo/Video Policy: Photography is permitted in public tour areas and taproom spaces.

Souvenirs & Extras: Packaged beer, limited releases, branded merchandise, glassware, and apparel available for purchase.

Pricing of the Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company Tour

Adult price: $15 per adult

Tour admission typically includes a guided brewery walkthrough and tasting flight for guests aged 21 and over.

Visiting information

Duration: 60–75 minutes

Age limits: 21+ for tastings; minors may be restricted from certain production areas

Accessibility: Partially accessible; taproom accessible, production floor may have industrial walkways

Working Hours: Thursday 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM; Monday–Wednesday Closed

Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.

Nearby

• Buccaneer State Park
• Infinity Science Center
• Bay St. Louis historic district

FAQs About Visiting the Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company Tour

Is Lazy Magnolia really Mississippi’s first packaging brewery since Prohibition?
Yes. When it opened in 2003, it became the first brewery in Mississippi to package and distribute beer since Prohibition-era restrictions ended.

What is their most famous beer?
Southern Pecan Nut Brown Ale is one of their most recognized beers, brewed with roasted pecans for a distinctive Southern flavor profile.

Are tastings included with the tour?
Yes. Guests 21 and over typically receive a tasting flight featuring flagship and seasonal selections.

Can visitors purchase beer to take home?
Yes. Packaged cans and merchandise are available in the taproom during open hours.

Is the brewery close to Gulf Coast attractions?
Yes. Kiln is located near Bay St. Louis and other Mississippi Gulf Coast destinations, making it easy to combine with a coastal visit.