Every pint poured through the Soldiers’ Angels Hops for Heroes campaign is a toast to those who serve. Since 2011, Hops for Heroes has united the craft beer community with one simple mission: brew great beer and support U.S. Service Members, Veterans, and their families. In 2025, we’re honored to welcome an incredible roster of breweries across the country who are putting their hearts—and hops—into this effort.

This year’s participating breweries are brewing specialty beers and hosting release events, with a portion of proceeds benefiting Soldiers’ Angels programs. Whether you’re a craft beer fan, a supporter of the Military, or both, this is your chance to raise a glass and make an impact.

Meet the 2025 Hops for Heroes Breweries

Each year, Hops for Heroes brings together a remarkable lineup of craft breweries from across the country, united in their commitment to support the Military and Veteran community through great beer and great deeds. At the heart of the campaign is the Homefront IPA—a special beer brewed with a unique twist: real Louisville Slugger baseball bats are used during the brewing process, then auctioned off to raise additional funds for Soldiers’ Angels.

These breweries don’t just make beer; they host release parties and community events that honor Service Members, Veterans, and Military families, often inviting local Military-connected organizations and supporters to join in the celebration. We’ve got some returning favorites, as some new breweries who have hopped on. Here’s the roster for 2025!

1700 Brewing
Newport News, Virginia
Release Date: June 15, 2025
Returning Brewery: Yes (4th year)
This Veteran-owned brewery is returning for its fourth year of Hops for Heroes! We have a great interview with Co-founder Kevin Mead, a Navy Veteran on our video blog. Kevin served more than 23 years as a nuclear submarine officer before launching 1700 Brewing with fellow Veterans and friends. Kevin’s story is a testament to the camaraderie and resilience that defines both the Military and the craft beer community. Join their Newport News community for a special Homefront beer release and help support Military and Veteran families.

Alexandria Brewing Company
Alexandria, Kentucky
Release Date: May 18, 2025
Veteran-Owned: Yes
Returning Brewery: Yes (2nd year)
Alexandria Brewing Company is back for its second year, once again brewing for the cause and rallying the Kentucky community in support of Service Members and their families. You can hear more about Co-founder Andy Reynolds on our video blog. Andy is an Army Veteran whose leadership, creativity, and service mindset continue to shape the brewery’s mission and community spirit. His commitment to honoring fellow Veterans and serving others is at the heart of Alexandria Brewing’s involvement in Hops for Heroes.

Billsburg Brewery
Williamsburg, Virginia
Release Date: June 14, 2025
Veteran-Owned: No
Returning Brewery: Yes (2nd year)
Back for the second year, Billsburg Brewery is launching its Homefront beer on Flag Day. Join them in Williamsburg for an event that celebrates service and supports Soldiers’ Angels.

Chatabrewchee Southern Brewhouse
Columbus, Georgia
Release Date: June 1, 2025
Veteran-Owned: Yes
Returning Brewery: Yes (2nd year)
Georgia’s own Veteran-owned Chatabrewchee Southern Brewhouse returns to brew up another batch of Homefront beer, inviting the Columbus community to celebrate and support Military families.

Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room
Leesburg, Florida
Release Date: May 25, 2025
Veteran-Owned: No
Returning Brewery: Yes (3rd year)
Great Chicago Fire Brewery & Tap Room is a wonderful supporter of both the Military first responder community. They’re back for their third year to continue to give back through their craft.

Friendship Brewing Company
Wentzville, Missouri
Release Date: July 4, 2025
Veteran-Owned: No
Returning Brewery: Yes (2nd year)
Another second-timer to the Hops for Heroes family! Friendship Brewing Company is launching its Homefront beer on Independence Day. Celebrate with them in Missouri and support a great cause.

Honor Brewing Company
Sterling, Virginia
Release Date: June 1, 2025
Veteran-Owned: Yes
Returning Brewery: Yes (2nd year)
Honor Brewing is Veteran-owned and deeply committed to supporting the Military community. Owner Allen Cage is a 24-year Army Veteran who envisioned Honor Brewing as more than just a brewery but a platform for honoring the sacrifices of America’s heroes. In addition to being a Hops for Heroes supporter, Honor Brewing has a monthly “Charity Tap Line,” where 10% of proceeds from their best-selling Classic Lager are donated to an organization aligned with Honor’s mission. Allen’s commitment to giving back through his craft is truly inspiring! Don’t miss their Homefront beer release and annual tribute.

Railhouse Brewery
Aberdeen, North Carolina
Release Date: May 18, 2025
Veteran-Owned: Yes
First time participating
Founded by Veterans in 2010, Railhouse Brewery brings the same dedication, precision, and passion to brewing they did to serving this country. Every pint is a mission, every sip a victory. As Moore County’s oldest craft brewery, Railhouse proudly brews every beer in Aberdeen, North Carolina. Join them for their first-ever Hops for Heroes Homefront beer release and support a Veteran-founded legacy of service and community.

Sherwood Brewing Company
Shelby Township, Michigan
Release Date: June 22, 2025
Veteran-Owned: No
First time participating
Another first-timer to the Hops for Heroes family! Sherwood Brewing Company invites the Michigan community to come together and raise a glass for those who serve on June 22.

Raise a Glass—And Your Support

Are you a craft brewery? There’s still time to join the Hops for Heroes mission. Partner with Soldiers’ Angels, brew a beer, and give back in a way only the craft beer community can.

Love great beer and good causes? Attend a release event near you, bring your friends, and support our nation’s heroes—one pint at a time.

Find details, release dates, and more at the Hops for Heroes Participating Breweries page. Follow us on social media for updates and event details.

Together, let’s raise a glass for those who serve!

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About the Author

Ashley Ray has been a member of the Soldiers’ Angels communications team since 2013. She supports blog writing and social media, and loves telling stories of Angel volunteers, Service Members, and Veterans.

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