Wasn't able to visit several of Atlanta area breweries, but did have a memorable time visiting two craft beer destinations in Woodstock (near where we were staying with family in Canton). In addition to a catchy name, the town has developed a very beer friendly community (no thanks to inane GA laws). First stop was at Barrel and Barley which calls itself a Craft Beer Market. Retail up front, growler fill in the rear. Hasn't been open in this location very long, but there was a steady flow of visitors, growlers in hand, while I was there. Took a pic of the menu and then took away a growler of Red Brick Casual IPA, a real session beer at 4.5% abv.
Second spot was Reformation Brewery, nearby. First launched in Halloween, 2014, this medal-winning brewery is rapidly becoming a success. Several expansions have already taken place, they now have a unique 17 Hectalitres system which is hopefully keep up with demand for awhile. GA law requires them to sell a tasting glass or mug, which then comes with 6 tasting tickets. Odd, I know, but they make it work. They are known for their Cadence, a Reformed Belgian Ale (???), which I liked, possibly due to the fig infusion. Technically a Dubble, it's very drinkable at 6.9% abv.
I am also a fan of their IPA, which they call Atlas, made with Malted Rye and plenty of Columbus & Cascade Hops. 6.8% abv.
I suggest you visit their website to learn more about them and their reformed behavior. I'll look in on them next time I'm visiting my relatives in the area.
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