🍺 Sip Local: The Best Breweries Near Sunkissed and Salty in Bradenton, Florida

Sunkissed & Salty
Nov 6
3 min read

If your vacation plans include sun, sand, and craft beer, you’re in for a treat. Staying at Sunkissed and Salty in Holmes Beach puts you right in the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast — just minutes from Anna Maria Island’s pristine beaches and only a short drive from Bradenton’s fast-growing craft brewery scene.

Whether it’s a laid-back pint under the shade of a 100-year-old oak or a flight of tropical-inspired IPAs, these breweries deliver local flavor with Florida charm. Here are our favorite spots — all within easy reach of your island getaway.

🍃 1. Motorworks Brewing

Bradenton’s first craft brewery sits in a 1920s auto dealership and boasts Florida’s largest beer garden, shaded by a sprawling live oak. Grab a Pulp Friction Grapefruit IPA and settle in for live music or trivia night under the twinkle lights.

Why guests love it: It’s less than 25 minutes from Holmes Beach, making it a perfect first stop after a beach day at Sunkissed and Salty.

Pro tip: Come early for outdoor seating and check their rotating food-truck schedule.

🍔 2. 3 Keys Brewing & Eatery

This family-friendly brewpub pairs house-brewed craft beer with a hearty menu — think burgers, tacos, and wings. You’ll find a welcoming crowd, board games, and community-night events that make it feel like home.

What to try: Clockwork Orange Belgian Pale Ale or Willpower IPA.

Why it’s ideal for Sunkissed and Salty guests: It’s a relaxed, come-as-you-are spot where sandy flip-flops are as welcome as locals’ barstools.

🍽️ 3. Good Liquid Brewing Company

For travelers who take their craft beer seriously, Good Liquid combines award-winning small-batch brewing with a full scratch kitchen. Their menu leans local — fresh seafood and Gulf flavors pair perfectly with their citrusy IPAs and smooth sours.

Perfect pairing: Order the Coconut Key Lime Ale with a grouper sandwich for a taste of Florida in every sip.

🎪 4. Big Top Brewers Collective

Inspired by Sarasota’s circus heritage, Big Top Brewers Collective mixes whimsy and quality in equal measure. From Conch Republic Red Ale to Key Lime Wheat, their beers embrace that playful, tropical spirit.

Why go: The brewery’s Lakewood Ranch location is just far enough from downtown crowds for a peaceful evening.

Pair it with: A lazy morning coffee at Sunkissed and Salty followed by a sunset Uber ride to Big Top’s beer garden.

🌅 5. Magnanimous Brewing

Tampa’s craft-beer darling has opened a Bradenton outpost — and it’s already making waves. Known for hazy IPAs like Juice Lord and clean lagers, Magnanimous delivers bold flavor in a modern, relaxed taproom.

Best for: Serious beer fans who want something new, creative, and buzz-worthy.

Distance: Only about 25 minutes from your rental in Holmes Beach.

🗺️ Bonus Breweries to Explore

3 Car Garage Brewing Co. – A neighborhood gem known for its creative fruited sours.
Flamingo Bay Brewing Co. – A colorful newcomer with an open-air beer garden.
Inner Compass Brewing Co. – An upcoming Lakewood Ranch brewery to keep on your radar.

🍻 Plan Your Perfect “Beer-cation”

Start with a beach morning at Sunkissed and Salty — swim, sip coffee on the deck, and grab lunch nearby. Then head into Bradenton for a casual afternoon brewery crawl:

Motorworks for the big beer-garden experience.
3 Keys for food and family-friendly fun.
Magnanimous or Good Liquid to end your day with craft perfection.

Use ride-share or a designated driver — most breweries are within 20-30 minutes of Holmes Beach.

✨ Why Stay at Sunkissed and Salty?

When you’re done exploring, come “home” to your beach-chic retreat.

Just steps from the sugar-white sands of Holmes Beach.
Private pool, spa and outdoor lounge — ideal for winding down after a brewery hop.
Modern kitchen and coastal decor perfect for small groups or families.

It’s the perfect balance of island relaxation and local adventure — sip, sun, and stay salty.

import folium