Brickway Brewery & Distillery Tour — Omaha, Nebraska

Discover the Brickway Brewery & Distillery Tour in Nebraska

Located in Omaha, Nebraska, in the city’s historic Old Market district, the Brickway Brewery & Distillery Tour offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at a combined craft brewery and craft distillery operating under one roof. This guided experience explores both beer brewing and spirit distillation processes, making it one of the most diverse production tours in Omaha.

Guests learn how grains are mashed and fermented into beer, then see how similar base ingredients are distilled into vodka, whiskey, and other craft spirits.

Why it’s special: The Brickway Brewery & Distillery Tour is one of the few tours in Nebraska that showcases both brewing and distilling in a single visit, offering a comprehensive grain-to-glass experience.

History & Story of Brickway Brewery & Distillery

Founded in 2013, Brickway Brewery & Distillery quickly gained attention for producing award-winning beers and handcrafted spirits in Omaha’s Old Market area. The company became one of Nebraska’s early adopters of on-site distilling alongside traditional craft brewing.

By blending brewing and distillation expertise, Brickway established itself as a versatile producer with a strong local following and a reputation for innovation.

What You’ll See & Do on the Brickway Brewery & Distillery Tour

• Explore the beer brewing process, from mash tun to fermentation tanks
• Learn how spirits are distilled in copper stills
• Discover how whiskey and vodka differ in production
• Understand the aging process for select spirits
• Participate in guided tastings of beer and spirits (21+)

Hands-On Elements: Guided tastings included for guests 21+; equipment interaction is observation-only.

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

Souvenirs & Extras: Bottled spirits, canned beer, limited releases, branded apparel, and glassware available for purchase.

Pricing of the Brickway Brewery & Distillery Tour

Adult price: $10 per adult

Tour admission typically includes guided instruction and tasting samples for guests aged 21 and over.

Visiting information

Duration: 60 minutes

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

Accessibility: Fully accessible taproom; production areas may include industrial flooring

Working Hours: Monday–Thursday 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Friday 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Advance reservations are recommended for organized tour groups.

Nearby

• Omaha Old Market District
• Durham Museum
• Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge

FAQs About Visiting the Brickway Brewery & Distillery Tour

Does the tour cover both brewing and distilling?
Yes. Guests learn about both craft beer production and spirit distillation during the same guided experience.

Are tastings included in the tour price?
Yes. Visitors aged 21 and over typically receive samples of select beers and spirits.

Is Brickway located in Omaha’s Old Market?
Yes. The brewery and distillery are situated in the historic Old Market district.

Do they age whiskey on-site?
Yes. Select spirits, including whiskey, are aged and finished at the Omaha facility.

Can visitors purchase bottles and cans to take home?
Yes. Packaged beer and bottled spirits are available for purchase during regular operating hours.