ABLE TRADE BREW LABBrew home brew… but not at home
THE SHARED BREWING SPACE FOR KNOXVILLE’S HOMEBREWERS AND BEER LOVERS
Why brew alone in a garage when you can craft in a maker’s playground?
The Able Trade Brew Lab gives you top-tier equipment, hands-on guidance, and a community that’s just as fired up about great beer as you are.
Brew better, learn faster, and connect with makers who share your passion.
Ready to make your first (or best) batch?
Built inside the maker-driven community of Able Trade, members get access to quality brewing gear, hands-on guidance, and a collaborative space to brew, learn, and connect.
The Problem
Knoxville’s beer scene is booming—but brewing at home? That’s a different story.
Cramped garages, pricey gear, and solo brew days make it tough for would-be brewers to dive in.
The result?
Inconsistent beer, stalled progress, and too many folks hanging up their mash paddles and selling their equipment on Facebook Marketplace.
Able Trade Brew Lab fixes that—with a shared space, high quality turnkey equipment, and a community of brewers who’d rather ferment together than fizzle out alone.
The concept
25' x 12' purpose-built brewing lab located inside Able Trade
Membership access to brewhouse equipment, fermenters, cold storage, and kegging equipment
Brewing sessions are booked in advance via a shared calendar system
Members choose from flexible tiers (Lite, Plus, Pro) based on brewing frequency and needs
Grain mill, prep table, and cleaning station are available.
Staff provide onboarding, brewing support, and fermentation monitoring for members
It's like a shared workshop—but built for people who brew
brew lab membership
Only $59/month!
What’s Included
🔧 Full Access to the Brew Lab
15Gal Electric Brewhouse
Glycol chiller for temp control
Grain Mill
RO and Carbon water filters
Wort Chillers
Cold storage
Testing/measuring tools
👨🏫 Hands-On Guidance
Not sure what you’re doing? No problem. Whether it’s your first batch or your fiftieth, we’ll help you through the process.
📦 Bottling & Kegging Station
Package your beer your way — bottles, cans, or kegs. We have what you need.
🎓 Member-Only Workshops & Events
Learn advanced techniques, explore beer styles, and connect with fellow brewers at exclusive events.
🏷️ Access to Add-Ons
From crowlers and labels to refurbished kegs and recipe help — grab what you need to elevate your beer.
💡 Why It’s Worth It
Brew without the mess or stress of doing it at home
Save hundreds on gear and space
Make better beer with better tools
Be part of a brewing community, not just a YouTube rabbit hole
Perfect for beginners, hobbyists, and serious tinkerers alike
small batch session
$159
Craft Your Own Beer.
Take It Home.
Whether you're prepping for a tailgate, throwing a party, or just want to say “I made this,” our Small Batch Session lets you brew your very own beer — no prior experience required.
Over the course of two private sessions, you’ll get hands-on with real brewing gear, ingredients, and guidance from our team inside the Brew Lab at Able Trade. We’ll help you mash, boil, ferment, and package a 5-gallon batch of beer (~48 bottles).
🎯 Perfect For:
Tailgate warriors who want their own brew
Date night adventurers
Birthday surprises or group experiences
Anyone curious about homebrewing without the commitment
💵 Cost: $159
Includes ingredients, cold storage, expert guidance
You’ll leave with your very own hand crafter beer and a FerMonster 6 gal fermenter (a $40 value!)
Packaging options available as add-ons - choose from 32oz Crowlers, keg or bottles
📦 Packaging Options (Choose Later)
24 32oz Crowler Cans - $30
48 Bottles & Caps – $60
Custom Labels & Design - $40
Refurbished 5 Gal Keg – $70
We'll walk you through all the packaging choices during your session.
🚀 Ready to Brew?
Spots fill quickly — reserve your Small Batch Session today and bring your beer dream to life.
Curious?
Want to check it out?
We’d love to show you around! Click below to schedule a tour and come see what we’re all about!