About Gnarly Barley

Originating from the home of Zac and Cari Caramonta, Gnarly Barley Brewing got its start in a crowded garage, amongst the presence of two fat cats and a halfpipe. After being exposed to great craft beer, Zac began homebrewing initially as an investigation into the brewing process. Soon after, he sought to create brews as exceptional as those that had originally inspired him. Gnarly Barley’s homebrewed beer debuted at the New Orleans on Tap Beer Festival in 2011 with the Korova Milk Porter and the Hoppopotamus IPA. Gaining positive feedback through local beer festivals and finding many comrades in the local brewing community, Zac and Cari aimed to open a microbrewery.

Established in 2014, Gnarly Barley Brewing is located in a 14,000 square foot facility in Hammond, Louisiana and consists of a two-vessel 30bbl Brewhouse, one hot and one cold liquor tank, a 690bbl cellar and a whole lot of passion for craft beer. An open air taproom, known as the Gnar Bar, located within the facility allows guests to view the brewery’s inner workings. With the growth of Gnarly Barley, a passionate and dedicated staff have been added to the team.

Gnarly Barley was the recipient of a 2017 Louisiana Lantern Award for demonstrating excellence in manufacturing and outstanding service to their community. The Brewers Association named Gnarly Barley among the top 50 fastest growing breweries for 2017. Current distribution in Southeast Louisiana includes the Northshore, Greater New Orleans area, Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Houma.

Zac and Cari were both born and raised in Southeast Louisiana and take great pride in helping the local beer industry grow.