Maalstroom Brewing describes itself as offering “hop forward, unfiltered and living ales from our nano brewery based in the mountains of northern Thailand.”
Maalstroom might be easiest to find up in Chiang Mai, but in Bangkok the Fat Cow is a good place to check for Maalstroom Brewing beer. Another good location might be to check in at Warehouse by Jaang.
Common Beers from Maalstroom Brewing
- Tessellation – NEIPA
- Fluxion – Double NEIPA
- Sensory Overload – American IPA
- Supercluster – Double NEIPA
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Microkosmos Craft Beer & Burger Bar; Oct. 10th, 2025
Founded in 2015 by husband-and-wife team Eelke and Sudarat Nildum, Maalstroom Brewing was born out of a simple idea: Chiang Mai deserved fresh, hoppy craft beer brewed close to home. What started with a passion for India Pale Ales – their signature style, dry-hopped and best enjoyed fresh – has since grown into a full lineup of both modern and traditional brews, with a wild sour program currently in development. As brewmaster Eelke puts it, ‘Hoppy beers really shine when they’re fresh, and we wanted people here to taste them the way they’re meant to be enjoyed.’
The best way to experience Maalstroom is at their taproom and restaurant, Microkosmos, nestled in the northern mountains close to Doi Luang – Chiang Dao’s famous peak. Most of their beers are only available here, making it a true destination for craft drinkers. Alongside the pints, visitors can expect excellent burgers, steaks, Belgian fries, Dutch bar snacks and a relaxed atmosphere that reflects the mountain setting. Peaceful, scenic, and far from the city’s bustle. No booking required – just show up, grab a seat and enjoy brews you won’t find anywhere else.
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