For the last two (maybe more) years, Vinepair has put out a map of the best new breweries in the United States as voted by a mysterious cabal of brewing folk.
In the past, SoCal standouts like Smog City and ISM have made the list but 2025 has no Los Angeles or even San Diego on it.
But it does provide a handy and not too large of a list for you to use for your 2026 beer travels.
If you need more Best of New Brewery info then you can also check out this Hop Culture / Untappd list right HERE.