How do I install the brewers mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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Brewers MCP Server

Brewing knowledge MCP — beer styles, ingredients, off-flavours, water chemistry, recipes

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What is the Brewers MCP Server?

Brewing knowledge MCP — beer styles, ingredients, off-flavours, water chemistry, recipes

What it actually does

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
search_styles	Search 85 BJCP beer styles by name, category, or characteristics. Returns vital statistics, overall impression, ingredients, and commercial examples.
search_ingredients	Search hops, malts, yeasts, and adjuncts by name, type, or characteristic. Filter by category or search across all.
diagnose_off_flavour	Identify off-flavours from taste or aroma descriptions. Returns the likely compound, causes, prevention steps, and styles where it may be acceptable.
match_water_profile	Find brewing water profiles by city name or beer style. Returns mineral composition (Ca, Mg, Na, Cl, SO4, HCO3) and style recommendations.
suggest_recipe	Generate a recipe for a target beer style. Returns grain bill, hop schedule, yeast selection, water profile, and process parameters.
pairing_guide	Beer and food pairing suggestions. Search by beer style or dish name. Returns matches with complement, contrast, and cleanse principles.

How to install the Brewers MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "brewers-almanack": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "brewers-almanack"]
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Example prompts to try

“Use Brewers to search styles.”
“Use Brewers to search ingredients.”
“Use Brewers to diagnose off flavour.”

Frequently asked questions

Brewing knowledge MCP — beer styles, ingredients, off-flavours, water chemistry, recipes Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.