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Old Armor Beer

Old Armor Beer Company is a 100% veteran-owned and operated brewery in the heart of downtown Kannapolis, founded by combat veterans who served overseas. The brewery honors tradition and service with every brew, creating exceptional craft beers inspired by the bravery and dedication of military and first responders. Old Armor features a unique 'Pay It Forward Board' that allows patrons to donate beers to veterans and first responders, who can then claim them by showing their badge or ID - a creative way to give back while adhering to regulations. The brewery spans multiple floors including a main taproom, bar area, and downstairs arcade with karaoke. Known for their community involvement and family atmosphere, Old Armor hosts regular live music on weekends, various events throughout the week, and partners with food trucks including BBQ options. The brewery is part of Cabarrus County's craft beverage trail 'Explore and Pour.'

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211 West Avenue, Kannapolis
Amenities: Kid-friendly, Food on site, Food trucks, Games, Live music venue

On Tap Now (19)

Smoked Pale Ale
5.2%
ABV
24
IBU
▼
Sour - Fruited
4.8%
ABV
0
▼
Blonde / Golden Ale - American
5%
ABV
▼
Lager - American
5.1%
ABV
15
IBU
▼
6.2%
ABV
66
IBU
▼

Stinger Ale 5.5%

5.5%
ABV
▼
Stout - Other
11.2%
ABV
33
IBU
▼
IPA - Imperial / Double
9.2%
ABV
69
IBU
▼
IPA - Imperial / Double
8.7%
ABV
36
IBU
▼
IPA - Milkshake
7%
ABV
27
IBU
▼
Stout - White / Golden
4.7%
ABV
24
IBU
▼
IPA - New England / Hazy
6.7%
ABV
25
IBU
▼
American Blonde Ale
5.5%
ABV
14
IBU
▼
IPA - New England / Hazy
7.34%
ABV
35
IBU
▼
IPA - American
6.4%
ABV
36
IBU
▼
Lager - Other
5.3%
ABV
5
IBU
▼
German-Style Weisse Beer
5.7%
ABV
7
IBU
▼
American Wheat Ale
4.7%
ABV
20
IBU
▼
English Blonde Ale
5.7%
ABV
30
IBU
▼

Upcoming Events

No upcoming events for this location.

Recurring Specials

No recurring specials for this location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Old Armor Beer?

Old Armor Beer is located at 211 West Avenue, Downtown Kannapolis, Kannapolis, NC.

What beers does Old Armor Beer have on tap?

Old Armor Beer currently has 19 beers on tap including IPA, Blonde Ale, Lager.

What are Old Armor Beer's hours?

Old Armor Beer: Monday 3pm–10pm, Tuesday 3pm–10pm, Wednesday 3pm–10pm, Thursday 3pm–11pm, Friday 12pm–12am, Saturday 12pm–12am, Sunday 12pm–9pm.

What is Old Armor Beer known for?

Old Armor Beer Company is a 100% veteran-owned and operated brewery in the heart of downtown Kannapolis, founded by combat veterans who served overseas. The brewery honors tradition and service with every brew, creating exceptional craft beers inspired by the bravery and dedication of military and first responders. Old Armor features a unique 'Pay It Forward Board' that allows patrons to donate beers to veterans and first responders, who can then claim them by showing their badge or ID - a creative way to give back while adhering to regulations. The brewery spans multiple floors including a main taproom, bar area, and downstairs arcade with karaoke. Known for their community involvement and family atmosphere, Old Armor hosts regular live music on weekends, various events throughout the week, and partners with food trucks including BBQ options. The brewery is part of Cabarrus County's craft beverage trail 'Explore and Pour.'

Previously On Tap (85)

Earnhardt Outdoors Kannapolis Ale

Blonde / Golden Ale - Other
5.5%
ABV
▼

110

Lager - Pale
6.65%
ABV
▼

As the Night Grows Cherry

Porter - Other
6%
ABV
▼

Bastogne

Altbier - Traditional
6%
ABV
▼

Belleau Wood

Farmhouse Ale - Saison
9.3%
ABV
▼

Blue Falcon

Belgian Tripel
9.1%
ABV
▼

Charles Haze

IPA - New England / Hazy
%
ABV
▼

Dog Face

Sour - Fruited
5.6%
ABV
▼

Don't Drink This

Stout - White / Golden
5%
ABV
▼

Dustoff

IPA - New England / Hazy
7.2%
ABV
▼

Eighty Deuce

IPA - Imperial / Double New England / Hazy
8.2%
ABV
▼

Floaty Bois

Lager - American
5%
ABV
▼

Ghost Armor

IPA - Black / Cascadian Dark Ale
7.1%
ABV
▼

Independence Ale

Lager - Amber / Red
4.8%
ABV
▼

K-25

Kölsch
5.4%
ABV
▼

Local Patriot

Porter - Coffee
5.5%
ABV
▼

M.A.S.H. 704

Blonde / Golden Ale - Other
4%
ABV
▼

MOAB Ale

Brown Ale - American
5.8%
ABV
▼

Mango Tango Bravo

Sour - Fruited
5.4%
ABV
▼

No Pumpkin No Glory

Pumpkin / Yam Beer
6.3%
ABV
▼

Oh Dark Thirty

Stout - Imperial / Double
10.2%
ABV
▼

Operation Grapefruit

Sour - Fruited Gose
5%
ABV
▼

Phantom Num Noms

IPA - New England / Hazy
5%
ABV
▼

Point Five-Oh

IPA - Triple
9.7%
ABV
▼

Recall Hefewiezen

Wheat Beer - Hefeweizen
5%
ABV
7
IBU
▼

She Wolf

Blonde / Golden Ale - Other
%
ABV
▼

Doc's Candy

IPA - American
5%
ABV
▼

Stinger Ale

Blonde / Golden Ale - Other
5.5%
ABV
▼

Sunset Amber

Lager - Amber / Red
4.5%
ABV
▼

Tango Bravo 1

Kölsch
6.5%
ABV
▼

Tropical Blueberry

Sour - Fruited
3.5%
ABV
▼

W.A.R

Belgian Blonde
7.5%
ABV
▼

1848

Lager - Pale
4.6%
ABV
▼

Berlin 45

Lager - Helles
5.5%
ABV
▼

Galactic Warfare

IPA - New England / Hazy
7.34%
ABV
▼

Lunch With Elvis

Sour - Other
5.3%
ABV
▼

JAPA

Pale Ale - New England / Hazy
%
ABV
▼

Red Leg Lager

Lager - American
6%
ABV
▼

Blonde Bombshell

Blonde / Golden Ale - Other
4.4%
ABV
▼

Ghost Army

IPA - Black / Cascadian Dark Ale
7%
ABV
▼

Mango K-25

Kölsch
5.4%
ABV
▼

R&R

Cream Ale
%
ABV
▼

Salty Ass

Sour - Berliner Weisse
3.5%
ABV
▼

24 Carrot Dog Tags

Sour - Other
5.35%
ABV
▼

Allies Ale

Bitter - Extra Special / Strong (ESB)
5.45%
ABV
▼

T. A. R. F. U.

Pale Ale - American
6.6%
ABV
▼

Lava Dog

Sour - Other
7%
ABV
▼

Lost Lieutenant

Blonde / Golden Ale - Other
5.7%
ABV
30
IBU
▼

Czechpoint Charlie

Lager - Světlé (Czech Pale)
5.5%
ABV
▼

Earnhardt Outdoors

Altbier - Traditional
5.5%
ABV
▼

No Guts, No Glory

Pumpkin / Yam Beer
5%
ABV
▼

Battle Scarred

IPA - Imperial / Double
7.5%
ABV
▼

Going Dark

Lager - Tmavé (Czech Dark)
5.3%
ABV
▼

Pineapple Out!

Sour - Fruited
5%
ABV
▼

1 Minute Out

IPA - Imperial / Double
8%
ABV
▼

Stirling

Scotch Ale / Wee Heavy
9.1%
ABV
▼

Tango Bravo II

Kölsch
5.9%
ABV
▼

Asvab Waiver

Lager - Other
%
ABV
6
IBU
▼

Foxtrot Irene

IPA - Other
8.5%
ABV
▼

30 Seconds Out

IPA - Imperial / Double
8.2%
ABV
▼

Kantoberfest

Märzen
6.3%
ABV
▼

M67

Lager - American Light
4.8%
ABV
▼

Old Armor Pink Mist

IPA - American
6.4%
ABV
▼

Tall Boy

IPA - New England / Hazy
8%
ABV
▼

10 Minutes Out

IPA - Imperial / Double
7.6%
ABV
▼

6.8

IPA - American
7.2%
ABV
▼

Centennial Warfare

IPA - New England / Hazy
%
ABV
▼

Earnhardt Outdoors Mango IPA

IPA - New England / Hazy
6.5%
ABV
▼

Khaki Chums

Pale Ale - American
6%
ABV
40
IBU
▼

No. 74

IPA - American
6.6%
ABV
▼

Peek-a-boo

IPA - Other
6.7%
ABV
▼

Poggi Bait

Fruit Beer
5.1%
ABV
▼

Roger That!

IPA - American
7.5%
ABV
▼

Tex

Lager - American
5.6%
ABV
▼

Watermelon Army

Wheat Beer - Other
5.3%
ABV
▼

Barney Style

IPA - Milkshake
4.7%
ABV
100
IBU
▼

CAPT CHARLIE

IPA - American
6%
ABV
▼

Idiot Circle

Wheat Beer - American Pale Wheat
4.7%
ABV
▼

Von Wolfhaus

Märzen
5.7%
ABV
▼

Jadotville Mint Chocolate Irish Stout

Stout - Irish Dry
5%
ABV
▼

Santa's Silkies

Porter - Other
%
ABV
▼

Old Breed

Dark Ale
9.8%
ABV
▼

F.E.S Lager

Lager - Mexican
4.6%
ABV
▼

Foxtrot Uniform Cancer

IPA - Session
5%
ABV
▼

Blueberry Blue Falcon

Belgian Tripel
9.4%
ABV
▼

Old Armor Beer is a craft brewery in Downtown Kannapolis (Kannapolis, NC). As of October 16, 2026, we track 19 beers on tap and 85 previously poured. Recent styles include IPA, Blonde Ale, Lager.

Tap Lists Updated Regularly
Always call ahead to confirm beer availability before visiting. Last verified: 10/13/2026