Diamond Bear Brewing Co. Tour — North Little Rock, Arkansas

Discover the Diamond Bear Brewing Co. Tour in Arkansas

Located in North Little Rock, Arkansas, the Diamond Bear Brewing Co. Tour offers visitors a behind-the-scenes look at one of Arkansas’s original modern craft breweries. This guided Brewery Tour explores how Diamond Bear produces its flagship and seasonal beers using traditional brewing methods combined with contemporary equipment. Guests learn about the brewing process, fermentation, and packaging before enjoying fresh pours in the taproom.
Why it’s special: Founded in 2000, Diamond Bear helped pioneer Arkansas’s craft beer revival, making this tour a cornerstone experience in the state’s brewing history.

History & Story of Diamond Bear Brewing Co.

Diamond Bear Brewing Co. was founded in 2000, becoming one of the first production craft breweries in Arkansas after Prohibition-era restrictions eased. Named after Arkansas’s nickname, “The Natural State,” and its wildlife heritage, the brewery focused on quality, approachable styles that would introduce many Arkansans to craft beer. Today, it remains a respected name in the state’s brewing community.

What You’ll See & Do on the Diamond Bear Brewing Co. Tour

• Learn how malted grains are mashed and boiled

• See fermentation tanks and conditioning vessels

• Understand hop additions and yeast selection

• Explore packaging and distribution processes

• Enjoy fresh beer in the on-site taproom

Hands-On Elements: Guided beer tasting following the tour.
Photo/Video Policy: Photography allowed in public areas; restricted in active production zones.
Souvenirs & Extras: Taproom shop offering cans, growlers, glassware, and branded merchandise.

Pricing of the Diamond Bear Brewing Co. Tour

Adult price: $10 per adult
Includes guided brewery tour and beer tasting. Participants must be 21+.

Visiting information

Duration: 45–60 minutes
Age limits: 21+ only for tours and tastings
Accessibility: Taproom accessible; limited access in brewing areas
Working hours: Open Monday–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. Tours typically offered Saturday at 1:00 PM.

Nearby

• Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum

• Downtown Little Rock River Market District

• Clinton Presidential Library

FAQs About Visiting the Diamond Bear Brewing Co. Tour

Do I need to reserve the brewery tour in advance?
Advance reservations are recommended, especially on Saturdays when tours are most popular.

Are tastings included with the tour price?
Yes. The tour includes a guided tasting of select Diamond Bear beers.

Can I visit the taproom without taking a tour?
Yes. The taproom is open during regular hours for walk-in visitors.

Is Diamond Bear one of Arkansas’s oldest craft breweries?
Yes. It was among the early pioneers of Arkansas’s modern craft brewing movement.

Are food options available on-site?
Food trucks or small bites may be available depending on the day and event schedule.