If you are looking for a nice place to enjoy a great beer with your friends, these are the five best breweries in Chester County you should not miss out on, writes Marilyn Sanders for PhillyBite Magazine. 

Stable 12 Brewing in Phoenixville recently moved its brewing operation into a former horse barn. The brewery offers four rotating beers made using its own locally grown hops. 

Victory Brewing in Downingtown has earned a reputation as a great place to enjoy a beer. It serves locally-sourced beer and offers free tours of its facility. In addition to its own, it also serves a variety of other regional craft beers. 

Meanwhile, Artillery Brewing in West Chester is one of the region’s most unique breweries. It offers classic Belgian and German styles and names its ales based on themes relating to the Revolutionary War and Brandywine. 

La Cabra Brewing in Berwyn is home to a seven-barrel brewhouse that produces a high-quality lineup of beers. The brew master is known for having a love for experimenting with barrel-aged flavors. 

Finally, East Branch Brewery in Downingtown offers both great beer and top-notch food on the premises. 

Read more about the best breweries in Chester County in PhillyBite Magazine