MERIT Brewing Company

MERIT Brewing Company Located in the heart of downtown Hamilton at 107 James Street North, MERIT Brewing is a brewery, kitchen, and bottle shop.
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Guided by a team of ambitious friends, MERIT strives to represent the heart, art, and soul of Hamilton in every beer, every bite, and every experience. OUR BEER

We are inspired by tradition but like breaking the rules. Through brewing and culinary techniques, we push flavours and aromas to the forefront of the “why” we brew. From simple to complex flavours that can be layered or singular, we want

our beer to speak a lot, but also very little depending on situation. We’re considered 5th ingredient brewers who add to every batch – whether that’s fruits, herbs, spices, teas, or just a good story. OUR FOOD

We want to make great sausage. Not just for Hamilton, not just for Ontario, but we want to make sausages as good as you’ll find them anywhere. Like our beer, we think first and foremost about the flavours we experience when eating and creating. OUR TEAM

We’re a group of ambitious people that consider each other family. We’re lucky enough to play off each other’s strengths and support each other’s shortcomings, while collectively working to improve each day. We believe in growth, not just personally, but in our community. We love learning and take every opportunity we get to speak to farmers, winemakers, chefs, musicians, carpenters, metalworkers, etc… about their art. We believe in Hamilton, a city driven by innovation in industry and art.

Planning your next celebration? 🍻✨At Merit we’ve got the space, the food, and the beer to make your event one to remembe...
07/13/2026

Planning your next celebration? 🍻✨

At Merit we’ve got the space, the food, and the beer to make your event one to remember. Whether it’s a corporate gathering, birthday celebration, wedding event, or just an excuse to get your favourite people together, our team is ready to help bring your vision to life.

From carefully crafted dishes to fresh beer flowing from the taps, every detail is designed to create an unforgettable experience.

Ready to start planning? Find our full event package through the link in our bio👆

Some things are worth bringing back.“Can’t Spell Love Without It” is back on tap and back in the bottle shop.Brewed at 4...
07/10/2026

Some things are worth bringing back.
“Can’t Spell Love Without It” is back on tap and back in the bottle shop.
Brewed at 4.8%, this Old Vienna lager is all about balance. Pilsner, Vienna, and Munich malts build a soft, bready malt profile, while Spalter Select and Saaz hops keep things crisp with a delicate floral finish. Fermented with our Biergarten lager yeast, it’s clean, refreshing, and dangerously easy to order “just one more.”

Now pouring at Merit Brewing and available to take home from our bottle shop and online.
Turns out, you still can’t spell love without OV.

Islanders… this sunday, you’re invited to the only villa where getting mugged off means someone drank the last pint.For ...
07/08/2026

Islanders… this sunday, you’re invited to the only villa where getting mugged off means someone drank the last pint.

For one night only, Merit Brewing is staying open late for the Love Island Finale Watch Party, and we’ve got a few bombshells entering the villa: Villa-themed beers, Live screening of the Love Island finale, and recorded confessionals if you’ve got opinions to share (and let’s be honest… everyone does)

Sunday, July 12 8:00–11:00PM

Whether you’ve been loyal from day one or only showed up for Casa Amor, pull up a seat, a pint, and prepare for one final night of grafting, gasps, and “I’ve got a text”’s

See you in the villa.

🎟️ GIVEAWAY ALERT 🎟️ We’re sending one lucky winner and a friend (2 tickets) to Because Beer Festival on Saturday, July ...
07/02/2026

🎟️ GIVEAWAY ALERT 🎟️ We’re sending one lucky winner and a friend (2 tickets) to Because Beer Festival on Saturday, July 11th featuring:

🔥 Big Wreck
🔥 Death From Above 1979
🔥 The Flatliners
🔥 Superstar Crush
🔥 The Jailbirds

To enter:
🍻 Follow Us MERIT Brewing
🍻 Like this post
🍻 Tag the friend you’d bring in the comments (1 comment = 1 entry)
🍻 Bonus entry: Share this post to your story and tag us!

Winner will be announced on Monday, July 6th.

Good luck! 🍀

New menu alert! Adding some new stars to the show First up: for those who like things a little messy (the good kind), we...
06/02/2026

New menu alert! Adding some new stars to the show

First up: for those who like things a little messy (the good kind), we’re bringing back the Sticky Rib: a BBQ-spiced pork sausage loaded with brewer’s BBQ sauce, corn salsa, cotija, tajín, and a squeeze of fresh lime.

AND A House Smoked Pulled Pork Sando, piled high with our Steel Town BBQ sauce and fresh coleslaw.

Cold beer. New Menu. Same Merit.

Available now.

ULTRA SUMMER ☀️🍊Our sunshine-in-a-can Witbier is back. Brewed with fresh orange zest and Indian coriander for a crisp, c...
05/22/2026

ULTRA SUMMER ☀️🍊
Our sunshine-in-a-can Witbier is back. Brewed with fresh orange zest and Indian coriander for a crisp, citrusy sip that tastes like patio season finally showed up.

Bright, refreshing, and dangerously crushable.

Basically summer vacation in 473mL.

And yes, the patio is officially open and ready for you and your furry drinking buddies.

Now pouring in the taproom and available for takeaway in the bottle shop🧡💛

05/19/2026

Keg change at rush hour… a full-contact sport we didn’t train for 🍺😅

Between the squeeze, the shuffle, and the “just one more twist,” we’re in there doing whatever it takes to keep your favourite pours flowing. Is it graceful? Not always. Is it worth it? Every time.

All jokes aside—we’ve got you covered. Fresh beer, on tap, ready when you are.

05/12/2026

From the street to your seat—this is how lunch at MERIT Brewing Company unfolds 🍺

Step inside, take a look at the menu, pick your pour, and settle into the space built for good food, great beer, and even better company. Whether it’s a quick lunch break or a slow afternoon hang, this is your sign to stay awhile.

See you soon!

Our Anniversary Weekend starts NOW and we’re dropping TWO fresh beers to celebrate:ELECTRIC AMBITIONHop Back Amber Lager...
05/08/2026

Our Anniversary Weekend starts NOW and we’re dropping TWO fresh beers to celebrate:

ELECTRIC AMBITION
Hop Back Amber Lager • 4.8%
A crispy amber lager loaded up with Cascade, Eclipse & Vic Secret hops for citrus, pine, and a little spark of ambition.

FINE LINE 2025
Orange Wine Riesling Lager • 7.2%
The fan favourite returns. Riesling juice + skins meet lager beer for a juicy, floral, wine-beer hybrid that somehow walks the fine line perfectly every year.

PLUS:
-Patio grand opening
-Anniversary food features
-Fry competitions all weekend
-Games, contests, and plenty more surprises

Thanks for 9 incredible years of drinking good beer with us. Let’s make this weekend a messy one.

Address

107 James Street North
Hamilton, ON
L8R2K6

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 10pm
Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 12am
Saturday 12pm - 12am
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

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