About
Abita Brewing Co. is Louisiana's original craft brewery, founded in 1986 in Abita Springs. Known for using the pure water from the Abita Springs aquifer, the brewery crafts a variety of beers inspired by the culture and flavors of the region. The Covington location serves as the main brewery and visitor center, offering tastings and tours.
Products
Amber
A Munich-style lager with a smooth, malty body and a mildly bitter finish, crafted as one of Abita's flagship beers.
Andygator
A strong, golden lager with a crisp, clean taste and subtle fruitiness, inspired by traditional German doppelbocks.
Purple Haze
A crisp, American-style wheat beer with raspberry puree added after filtration, offering a refreshing fruity flavor and subtle purple hue.
Strawberry Lager
A light lager brewed with real Louisiana strawberries, offering a sweet, refreshing taste with a golden color.
Turbodog
A dark brown ale brewed with English hops and roasted malt, delivering chocolate and toffee notes with a balanced finish.
Awards
Multiple medals at Great American Beer Festival
2023
Purple Haze - Gold Medal, World Beer Cup
2023