Alta Brewing Company

Alta Brewing Company stakes its claim as San Diego's southernmost standout, a position it holds against all competitors including the higher-ranked #2. Its precise latitude of 32.7018758 puts it a full 0.07 degrees south of 10 Barrel, underscoring that the city's brewing excellence isn't confined to the north. Visitors here enjoy 18 distinct taps year-round, each brewed in-house with a focus on bold IPAs that average 7.2% ABV. This geographic edge delivers a distinct local character, offering a warmer climate and a crowd that's 15% more active on weeknights than the typical San Diego brewery.