Vana Brewing (formerly the Brewing Project) by Ben Chalach wins awards for both its beers and its can design. Brewed southeast of Bangkok at TSI (Thai Spirit Industry) contract brewery near the banks of the Bang Pakong river, head brewer Ben’s beers are probably the easiest to find. They brew a range of beers in modern and traditional styles, and they make sure they’re always in stock. The brand is known for working and collaborating with other brewers both in and outside of Thailand. (BK Magazine)
NOTE: The Brewing Project changed its name to Vana Brewing
The brewery was established in 2017 and has since produced a number of beers that have won a range of international beer awards. It is known for artsy graphics on tall cans of quality craft beer, and increasingly being produced in Thailand.
The Art behind the Vana Beer Labels
The Brewing Project regularly comes out with new beers, and all of them with great designs by Benz Blues, check out the article (in Thai) here.
Top Vana Beers on Untapped
- Raven (ราเวน); IPA – American
- Anan (อนันต์); IPA – New England / Hazy
- Crispy Boy; Lager – Helles
- Whale (วาฬ); Pale Ale – American
- Wila (วิฬาร์); Wheat Beer – Hefeweizen
- Thongpradit IPA; IPA – American
- Highland DDH HAZY IPA; IPA – New England / Hazy – A collaboration with Highland Cafe, launched in 2024.
- Honey Lager; Honey Beer
- Chit Phraya; Pale Ale – New England / Hazy – A collaboration with ChitBeer, limited runs and availability.
- Vista; IPA – American – A collaboration with the USA Embassy, combines brewing by local Thai brewers and facilitated by the USA embassy to use special vista hops grown by agriculture specialists in the USA. Launched 2024.
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Pickles Chicken and Beer in Ari
Ari may not have good sidewalks, but they do have good options for food and drink. The Pickles has local and imported beer, fried chicken, and homemade hot sauces.
KudThai Beers 2026
April 8-19; The Malls around Phrom Phong are putting on little celebrations of local products. Some local beers are there.
Chilli Fest Food and Drink 2026
March 28; Upscale hotel Kimpton Maa-Lai brings together hot sauces and nice restaurants from around Bangkok.
Upper Deck Sports Bar Bangkok
Upper Deck Sports Bar recently had their grand opening, and is already a fun place in central Bangkok to get some food, drinks, and sports.
Chilli Fest 2026
Sat. March 28th – Kimpton Maa-Lai hotel brings back the Chilli Fest on their lawn – its gonna get hot! Music, food, drinks, and local vendors on hand. Even tattoos.
2026 Visit to the Duke
The Duke of Beerington had a local stout on tap, and recently got to open earlier, so an early 2026 visit to the Duke was needed.
Vana Pridi Chocolate Stout
An experimental chocolate stout by Thai brewery, Vana, and Thailand-based chocolatier, Pridi.
Brewski on New Years
Started the New Year looking over the city at one of Bangkok’s rooftop bars with a selection of beers: Brewski rooftop bar.
Upper Deck Softly Opens
Upper Deck has ‘softly’ opened – the beer from ~27 taps are pouring, and the kitchen is open. It is a big bar, and looks like it will be a great place for watching sports, and enjoying food & drinks.