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Discretion is the freedom to decide

Let's Choose Wisdom, Wit, Kindness, and Exquisite Beer.

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At Discretion we care deeply for the world we live in and believe our beer should be responsibly-made. That’s why our beer is crafted from ingredients that are carefully sourced to support sustainable farming, and why we harness the power of the sun to brew our beer. Whether you choose an old favorite or one of many seasonals offered throughout the year, you will find goodness in your glass — consistently exquisite, solar-powered, and delicious.

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Drink. Eat. Repeat.

Taproom & Beer Garden Open 12-9pm Daily

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— Up to 16 styles of pure goodness on tap

— An authentic Italian menu to pair w/ our beers

— Conversation and conviviality for all ages

— A refreshing respite from television

— A quiet corner with a book, or a place at the big table with old and new friends

— Fresh air and the company of dogs in our family-friendly beer garden

— A view into the brewery with all its sights, sounds and delicious smells

— A growler filled with your favorite beer to take home, fresh from the taps

— A wide selection of cans and bottles for here or to-go

 

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Events

Local Festivals, Trivia Nights & Live Music encourage fun and connection!

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1st Thurs w/ Matt Hartle

Thurs. 8/1/24

5:30-7:30pm
Every 1st Thursday of the Month!

As the lead guitarist for the China Cats and Painted Mandolin, Matt Hartle has established himself as the preeminent jam band guitarist for Santa Cruz and the Bay Area. You can also find him hosting a weekly deep dead jam, where he welcomes Bay Area players for Grateful Sunday shenanigans. Matt’s unique voice and intricate playing style always gets the audience on their feet and feeling their groove. You’ll be dancing to songs from legends like Jerry Garcia, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, as well as rock, blues, jazz, americana, and of course some Matt Hartle originals. Stop by for a “Thursday after work” brew and some hot hartle licks when Matt returns to Discretion Brewing for 1st Thursdays of the month this summer.

The Silver Lining Serenaders

Fri. 7/12/24

5:30-7:30pm

Based out of New Orleans, LA, The Silver Lining Serenaders play traditional jazz and swing as well as Western swing and jug band music. Bringing harmonies and fresh arrangements to tunes from the first half of the 20th century.

Hop N’ Barley Beer Festival

Sat. 7/13/24

Join us at Skypark in Scotts Valley for the ONLY locally run beer festival in Santa Cruz. In its 14th year, Hop n’ Barley will feature 50+ breweries, 10+ cideries, delicious local eats, live music, lawn games, and more! Hop N’ Barley is kid-friendly and dog-friendly, so the whole family is invited. See you there! Tickets & info.

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Choose Goodness. Have Discretion.™

We are a Family-Owned Company Dedicated to Handcrafted Exquisite Beer.

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We define DISCRETION as wisdom, wit and kindness. These qualities shape our interactions with each other, our ever-growing circle of customers, our community, and our beer.

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Get in Touch!

Taproom & Beer Garden Open 12-9pm Daily

Taproom & Beer Garden Open Daily
12-9pm

Live Music booking inquiries: booking@discretionbrewing.com
Purchase a Gift Card

Live Music booking inquiries: booking@discretionbrewing.com
Purchase a Gift Card

2703 41st Ave. Ste A Soquel, California 95073
831.316.0662

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