Blackjack Brewery

Blackjack Brewery Manchester Brewery since 2012. Find us at The Smithfield Market Tavern & our market bars. Blackjack's been brewing on Irk Street, Manchester since 2012.
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In 2021 we installed a whole new brewing plant just across Irk Street from our old facility. We're known for brewery taps in our yard, our market bars in Manchester, Macclesfield & Altrincham and our tap house pub The Smithfield Tavern on Swan Street. blackjack-beers.com/links

Jeb Loy Nichols returns to Manchester later this month and we can’t wait!We’ve teamed up with local legends and Brewtap ...
02/06/2026

Jeb Loy Nichols returns to Manchester later this month and we can’t wait!

We’ve teamed up with local legends and Brewtap regulars The Devil’s Jukebox to put together a very special music filled day on Saturday 20th June.

If you were lucky enough to attend last year's gig at you’ll know how excited we are to see again. Born in the States, but living in Wales, his music is ostensibly country, but filtered through a lens of soul, disco & dub. We were blown away by his last live performance & can’t wait to bring his brilliant music to the Brewtap.

He’ll be supported by a stellar lineup of musicians; with live performances from , and / on the decks.

We’ll have returning to rustle up top-notch grub for you & Blackjack will be pouring our usual eclectic selection of beers.

Pints, delicious food and amazing live music. We’re spoiling you with this one! ☀️ 🍻 🤠

🍽️ We've got a treat for you, a new cask-only beer, inspired by historical recipes, but spotlighting modern European hop...
01/06/2026

🍽️ We've got a treat for you, a new cask-only beer, inspired by historical recipes, but spotlighting modern European hops!

Dinner Ales were originally brewed during the early 19th century, and formed a bit of a catch-all term for lighter Pale beers of the time. They are really the ancestors of the modern Bitters we know now.

Over the last few months we've also tried some beautiful beers that have left a lasting impression due to their use of modern British hops. We really wanted to dive into those flavours and felt that the past and present come together particularly well with this style.

Our new Dinner Ale series was born & we start with the classic Bramling Cross. The beer marries fruity British yeast esters with the iconic hedgerow characteristics of Bramling Cross. Expect notes of berry, citrus & subtle spice!

This is a light, bright & easy-going beer perfect for the spring and summer!

Keep your eyes peeled for where we go next for Dinner... 👀

🏫 Ragged School returns! After a brief hiatus we've brought back one of our favourite beers, a punchy West Coast Pale in...
29/05/2026

🏫 Ragged School returns! After a brief hiatus we've brought back one of our favourite beers, a punchy West Coast Pale influenced by those amazing early IPAs we drank from the US.

A big beer needed a great name, & for this we looked closer to home, naming it after the most recognisable & important building in the area, Charter Street Ragged School & Working Girls Home.

First built in 1846 and extended over the following decades, the building provided both schooling and pressing care to the impoverished living in the Angel Meadows area, from food, to clothing and medical services.

This care was continued right up until 2019, used by local homeless charity Lifeshare until their eventual and unwarranted eviction.

Our brewery home is situated in an area of real historic interest, and we invite you to wander the area & see what you can spot.

Hello!🌞It’s not big secret that the hospitality industry is struggling - as operational costs rise for businesses at eve...
26/05/2026

Hello!
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It’s not big secret that the hospitality industry is struggling - as operational costs rise for businesses at every level and consumers find they have less pocket money every pay check, more pubs struggle to make a business where money goes out faster than it comes in feasible. At the time of posting this, 2 pubs a day are closing in the UK.
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Where do you turn when you’re struggling? Your colleagues? Your friends? Your family?
For these four businesses they’re literally the same thing!
All well established businesses within the Manchester beer scene and even better established friends and family; Blackjack, Station Hop, Reasons To Be Cheerful and Strawflower Ales have begun to work together on something fun and positive for all the drinkers that have supported these businesses over the last decade
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Brewing a beer is just the start but each business has something they can bring to the table, so keep your eyes out for all the exciting things to come but we need YOU!
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HELP US NAME THIS BEER!
Do you drink in Reasons or Station Hop? What do you want your new house beer to be called!
COMMENT! DM! FAX! SEND US A MESSENGER PIDGEON!

🌦️A huge thank you to everyone who came down to our first brewtap of 2026 - It wouldn’t be a Manchester beer garden with...
18/05/2026

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A huge thank you to everyone who came down to our first brewtap of 2026 - It wouldn’t be a Manchester beer garden without a little rain!

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The atmosphere was fantastic and we can’t wait for the next one!

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Get it in yer diaries!
JUNE Fri 19th & Sat 20th!
We go again!

THE BREWTAP RETURNS!We can't wait to get the yard spruced up and have you all down for some good old fashioned Blackjack...
18/05/2026

THE BREWTAP RETURNS!

We can't wait to get the yard spruced up and have you all down for some good old fashioned Blackjack knees ups.

This summer we'll be opening on the third weekend of each month; Friday nights and Saturday all day.

Expect beers galore, new releases, great food and music from your favourite Blackjack resident DJs. 🌮🎧☀️

More info to follow but for now get these dates in your diary! 🍻

Friday 15th May | 5pm - late
Sat 16th May | Midday - late

Friday 19th June | 5pm - late
Sat 20th June | Midday - late

Friday 17th July | 5pm - late
Saturday 18th July | Midday - late

Friday 21st August | 5pm - late
Sat 22nd August | Midday - late

Catch you all soon...

We're back baby! 🙌The first Brewtap of the year kicks off from 5pm.First pours, last dances & a big ol' Blackjack welcom...
15/05/2026

We're back baby! 🙌

The first Brewtap of the year kicks off from 5pm.

First pours, last dances & a big ol' Blackjack welcome!

Our favourite devilish duo & will be on the decks all night.

On the beer front, we've just had a sip of Ragged School, which is so fresh that this is the first pump it's touched. It's a proper old-school West Coast smasher and one of our favourite beers we make. We don't like to brag, but this batch is very special...

It joins a lineup of our freshest and best. From Pales to Milds and Lagers, there's something for everyone.

The takeaway fridge is fully loaded and we've got a top selection of mini casks available too.

See you lovely folk this evening (or tomorrow!) 👋

06/05/2026

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The professional sales and marketing team are back to explain Empress Pale (or explain the lack of explanation…) - our new fruit forward, super drinkable pale dry hopped with Citra and Idaho 7

It's Kit season!!♥️ 🌾 🍺
15/01/2026

It's Kit season!!

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Address

36 Gould Street
Manchester
M44

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+441618192767

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