Steuben Brewing operates on a small scale in the village of Hammondsport, at the southern tip of Keuka Lake. The brewery draws on the region’s German heritage—Steuben County was named for a Prussian general, and the local viticulture was shaped by German immigrants—to produce lagers and ales that lean toward European styles. Pilsners, dunkels, and kolsch-style ales feature alongside the obligatory IPAs.

The taproom is compact and walkable from the village center, making it an easy addition to a Hammondsport afternoon that might also include the Curtiss Museum or a Keuka Lake waterfront stroll. Hours can be limited, particularly in the off-season, so checking ahead is advisable. For a village that has historically been defined by its wineries, Steuben Brewing offers a welcome alternative for visitors who prefer hops to grapes.