FAQs
Walk the Funky path of brewing enlightenment in a memorable, personal tour for your event, outing, or celebration. Tours are by reservation only and must be requested at least five days prior to the desired event date with a non-refundable deposit to to be paid in full at time of reservation.
Reach out to phil@funkybuddha.com for more info. Cheers!
Our beer is available at retailers all across the state of Florida.
We have four core brands that are available year-round: Floridian Hefeweizen, Hop Gun IPA, Vibin’ Groovable Lager, and Chant Repeatable IPA. You can also find beers from our Void Shaker bourbon barrel-aged series along with some limited releases such as Maple Bacon Coffee Porter and Last Snow.
The best by date can be found at the lower level of the bottle neck and at the bottom of the can.
Some of our beers do contain lactose and are thus NOT dairy-free or vegan. Typically we brew with lactose to achieve greater body and mouthfeel in porters and stouts, but we occasionally use it in other styles as well. For additional information, email us at info@funkybuddha.com
Unfortunately, Florida and US laws prevent us from selling our beer and then shipping it to consumers.
While we do not use organic ingredients in our beers, we pride ourselves on sourcing the finest, high quality malts and cereal grains. We brew with energy efficient natural gas-powered steam. Spent grains are given to local farmers to feed to their livestock, and used in our breads, pretzels, and other wheat products here at the brewery.
Yes – each of our beers do contain trace amounts of gluten as is the case with all malt beverages.
Check out our full release schedule here!
We do use real peanuts, pecans, and other nuts in our nut-based beers, so if you have an allergy you should avoid them. Beers that do contain nuts include:
- No Crusts Peanut Butter & Jelly Porter
- Sticky Nuts
No, we do not use corn syrup in any of our brands.
We are not a certified kosher facility.
We’re grateful to have so many fans that are enthusiastic about our brands and want to connect us with great products and events. Given the quantity of requests we get for sponsorships and donations, please visit the community page to view our guidelines and submit your request.
If you’re looking to sport some great branded threads or buy other merchandise, your best bet is to visit the Funky Buddha Shop where you can purchase dozens of cool items.
Thanks for thinking of us! Fill out our Sales Inquiry Form here.
The excitement and enthusiasm our consumers have for our brands is contagious. Thank you for your support! However, any ideas for products, concepts or commercials must come from our paid agencies we work with. Though we know our consumers have great ideas it would infringe on our contracts with those agencies if we accepted outside ideas. In addition, we want to avoid any misunderstandings about the origin of ideas, concepts, etc.
Yes, Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the outside patio areas, including by the tracks, near our front planters, or under the clock tower.
Reservations for the tap room are only available through the purchase of our party packages, good for groups of 8 people or more. For smaller groups or less formal gatherings, this budget-friendly option is ideal. Learn more.
We believe a brewery is not just a bar, but a community hub. Supervised children are permitted in the tap room from Noon to 8pm every day. After 8pm, you must be 21 or over to enter. Children are never permitted on tours or in the brewery itself.
Yes, we do serve handcrafted cocktails and mocktails. We also have a variety of wine options and a local cider available on draft.
Yes, we have happy hour Monday through Friday from 4 pm to 6:30 pm. Enjoy $5 beers (ALL BEERS), $8 and $10 Cocktails, $5 select wines, $8 premium wines, and $6-$8 bites.
*Tours are currently unavailable. Check back for updates!
Yes, we give tours of our brewery Saturday and Sunday from 1-5pm. Tours can be purchased in advance, see the full details here.
Check out our currently on tap list to see what beers are available on draft or in crowlers/growlers to-go.
Yes, we do host corporate events, holiday parties, private events, weddings, and more. For more info, send us an email at banquets@funkybuddha.com
Yes, the Craft Food Counter & Kitchen is our in-house restaurant. View the menu here.
Yes! We have a corporate rate with the Courtyard by Marriott Fort Lauderdale East. In addition to a great price, this newly renovated hotel features a heated pool, free shuttle for travel to and from the brewery, complimentary breakfast and wi-fi, and Funky Buddha bottles available for purchase in the lobby bar! Book your room here.
We are always on the lookout for talented and eccentric individuals to join the Funky Buddha crew. Check out the current job listings on our careers page.
Yes, free public parking is provided in both lots.
The Imperial Club is currently closed with the next availability in January 2021. Join the wait list here! This club grants members access to five EXCLUSIVE member-only beer releases along with an option to keep a personalized snifter at our tap room bar, and many other benefits.
Join the Snifter Club here! This club is the ideal way to experience the Funky Buddha Tap Room. Members receive an engraved, 18oz snifter which is kept at the bar. Enjoy larger draft pours, extended happy hour, and more!
The kitchen closes 30 minutes before the tap room. Check out our hours here.
We do rent kegs of our flagship brands in our taproom! We also rent keg tapping equipment at a separate cost.
Please send us an email to our tap room manager at david@funkybuddha.com.
We offer flights in house in our taproom for customers to try our products.
Yes! Get in touch with us by filling out the events form. See how Funky Buddha’s award-winning beers are made and in a behind-the-scenes tour of the largest brewery in South Florida. Your guests will learn about the wonders of fermentation, walk among our hundreds of aging barrels, and discover the magic behind our culinary-inspired classics like No Crusts and Maple Bacon Coffee Porter.
Yes, visit the brewery to take a tour or take our virtual tour! Click here to take our virtual tour.
Yes, we can customize the catering menu to fit the needs of all of your guests.
In addition to a private tour, you and your party can take a beer tasting class! Learn, sip, and savor as one of our Cicerone Certified Beer Servers lead you through an intimate tasting experience into the world of craft beer.
Phil Colp is our Director of Private Events! You can reach him by filling our private events form or by phone at 954.440.0046, extension 1451.
We have done it all! Weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, bat/bar mitzvahs, corporate events – you name it and we can bring your vision to life!
We would love to offer our private events space for your event. Pricing for the room is dependent on the size and date of your event. Please send us an email at phil@funkybuddha.com with some brief information about your desired event.
Yes, we are now serving cocktails! Check out our current cocktail list here.
Getting a day-of coordinator definitely cannot hurt. They will ensure that all of your personal decor items (seating chart, table numbers, seat assignments, props, floral etc.) are in proper order and that all of your vendors are on the same page with all of your wedding details.
Our team will be focused on making sure that all of your food and beverage needs are taken care of and that all of the details directly related to the venue are in order. We are happy to assist with putting out favors at each table setting, placing your completed event signage, and making sure the venue is in perfect condition for your event.
Typically, your florist or day-of coordinator is responsible for making sure your centerpieces are in order. Our team will set tables with glassware, flatware, and linens to ensure that the table looks cohesive with your centerpieces.
You are welcome to bring decor such as floral arrangements, event signage, card boxes, balloons, LED candles etc. The items that we strictly prohibit are flame-bearing candles, glitter, confetti, streamers, and rice. Please check in with your catering manager for any item not listed to ensure that it is allowed.
All vendors are required to provide a certificate of liability insurance providing $1,000,000 per occurrence and naming Funky Buddha Brewery as additionally insured.
Across the street from the brewery is a municipal lot with free parking spaces for your guests. In the event that the lot is filled, your guests are also welcome to park in our shipping and receiving lot to the east of the building.
Funky Buddha now has liquor! Consult with your Catering Manager about our Funky bar packages.
*We do not allow outside alcohol on the premises.
Due to food safety regulations, any food that is served during a banquet is restricted from being brought off the premises. We apologize for the inconvenience.
We strongly recommend that you take your items at the end of the event. Funky Buddha Brewery is not responsible for your items and therefore we encourage you to take them with you as soon as possible.
Any items left behind will be considered forfeited by the client and will be discarded.
Absolutely! All of our menus are customizable. Consult with your Catering Manager about options for your guests with dietary restrictions such as kids, vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free, nut-free, etc.
We strongly recommend that you order one meal per vendor that is staying for the duration of your event (ex. Photographers, DJs, Coordinators) Vendors meals are a flat rate of $25 per meal.