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About Rough Cut Brewing

Built right on the shoulder of the Shawangunk Ridge, Rough Cut Brewing is Kerhonkson’s original brewpub. We are a home base for hikers, locals, and anyone chasing a good beer and a better view.

Since 2015, we’ve gone from a small, dimly lit bar with a loyal crew of regulars to a bright, open space filled with laughter, music, and the occasional muddy hiking boot. Our kitchen serves honest, elevated comfort food, and our brewery keeps the taps flowing with creative small-batch beers brewed right here on the Ridge.

A group of people socializing in a cozy, dimly-lit pub or bar with wooden decor, tables, and warm lighting fixtures.
Outdoor restaurant area with string lights, wooden tables, and a chalkboard sign welcoming guests to Rough Cut. The sign mentions outside service, menu and beer list availability, and a message inviting guests to enjoy their time. There are a few groups of people socializing in the background.

Over a decade in, we’re still doing what we love: crafting great beer, feeding hungry hikers, and building community one pint at a time.

Press Mentions

  • Prost! Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest in New York State

    September 17, 2025 - IloveNY.com - Not much beats spending Oktoberfest surrounded by small-town charm, big flavor, and the fall colors of the Shawangunk Ridge at Rough Cut Brewing in Kerhonkson! read more

  • Readers Choice, Readers' Choice Awards 2025 Drink Winners

    July 1, 2025 - Chronogram - Chronogram’s Reader’s Choice Awards names Rough Cut Brewing as Best Brewery in the Hudson Valley - gaining 3rd place alongside Westkill Brewing and Arrowood. read more

  • Kerhonkson brewery Rough Cut celebrates its 10th anniversary this Thursday

    June 12, 2025 - Hudson Valley One - Rough Cut Brewing is beloved for its laid-back, community-driven vibe, where small-batch beers and upstate pride meet live music, good food, and a come-as-you-are atmosphere… read more

  • An Insider’s Guide to Minnewaska State Park

    July 18, 2024 - Hudson Valley Magazine - After a Long Day… Kick back in the relaxed setting of casual eateries like Rough Cut Brewing Co., a brewery with pub food just down the road in Kerhonkson… read more

  • The Most Refreshing Brews in the Hudson Valley

    July 5, 2024 - WPDH - Rough Cut Brewing serves up a couple of refreshing drinks, but their Pomme d'Orange is so unique and fruity, it just had to be my pick. read more

  • Rough Cut Brewing Is Polished Up

    March 11, 2022 - Chronogram - Since opening in Kerhonkson in 2015, Rough Cut Brewing has been known for its innovative brews. Now, after a two-month-long renovation, that spirit of innovation is reflected in a brand-spankin’-new exterior, kitchen, and dining room… read more

  • Rough Cut Brewing Co. Makes Belgian-Style Beers in Kerhonkson

    February 16, 2022 - Hudson Valley Magazine - Just a few minutes from Minnewaska State Park, Kerhonkson’s Rough Cut Brewing Co. debuts a new menu, rustic taproom, and scenic outdoor space… read more

  • Hey, craft brew lovers, head to Ulster for these sensational sips!

    January 2, 2018 - Poughkeepsie Journal - The Rough Cut Brewing Company has a spiced, dark winter ale perfect for January, or the Pomme d’Orange, made with orange blossom honey. read more

Media Inquiries

We love sharing our story. The beer, the food, the view, and the people who make it all happen. If you’re writing about breweries, hiking destinations, Hudson Valley road trips, or where to find the best outdoor dining in the Gunks, we’re your people.

Press Contact:
Jeff Rossi, Co-Owner
info@roughcutbrewing.com

Location:
5945 Route 44/55, Kerhonkson, NY
Just minutes from Minnewaska State Park & Mohonk Preserve