Est. Citrus Heights · Since 2018

Ever Wandered Into a Brew That Feels Like It Was Made Just for You?

At Darkheart Brewing in the heart of Sylvan Corners, every pint is a conversation between tradition and rebellion — small-batch, handcrafted, and poured with intention.

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12+
On Tap
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Seasonal Rotations
Free
Tours Weekdays
Craft beer being poured at Darkheart Brewing

"The kind of place where strangers become regulars — and regulars become family."

— Darkheart Brewing

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Interior of Darkheart Brewing taproom
Our Story

Born from a Rough Batch and a Whole Lot of Hope

Darkheart Brewing didn't start in a boardroom. It started in a garage in Sylvan Corners, a second-hand kettle, and a stubborn belief that Citrus Heights deserved better than the same old macro brews.

What began as weekend experiments with hops sourced from the Yakima Valley became something far more — a gathering place where the beer is honest, the food is hearty, and the door is always open.

Today, every batch is still brewed in-house, every recipe tested until it makes us stop and taste it again. We don't chase trends. We chase flavor.

"Brewed locally. Crafted relentlessly."
The Tap List

What's Pouring Right Now

Rotating seasonal selections and year-round staples — all brewed on-site and kept fresh.

Darkheart Stout in a tasting glass
House Fave

Midnight Resin Stout

6.8% ABV

Rich espresso meets dark chocolate in this full-bodied stout. Roasted malt backbone with a velvety finish that lingers.

Dark Roasty Full Body
Darkheart IPA golden pour

Sylvan Citrus Haze

7.2% ABV

A juicy NEIPA that floods the palate with grapefruit, mango, and a whisper of pine. Hazy, bold, and unapologetically hoppy.

Hazy Citrus Hoppy
Darkheart Pilsner golden and clear
Seasonal

Plum & Pilsner No. 7

5.1% ABV

Our signature collaboration between a crisp German-style pilsner and house-infused plum. Subtle fruit, clean finish, dangerously sessionable.

Crisp Fruity Session
Darkheart Lager amber pour

Amber Road Lager

5.4% ABV

A Vienna-style lager that's all about balance — toasty caramel malt, gentle hop bitterness, and a clean, refreshing finish.

Amber Toasty Balanced
Darkheart Sour pink pour

Blackheart Raspberry Sour

5.6% ABV

Wild-fermented and aged on real raspberries. Tart, bright, and deeply complex — a sour that dances between fruit and funk.

Sour Berry Wild Ferment
Darkheart Gose with salt and citrus
New

Sea Salt & Lime Gose

4.3% ABV

A refreshing, lightly tart gose with a touch of Celtic sea salt and fresh lime zest. Perfect for long evenings on the patio.

Tart Salty Light

Tap list rotates seasonally. Ask your server about today's limited releases.

The Kitchen

Food That Matches the Pour

Our kitchen is built around one principle: every dish should make you want another sip. We source locally, seasonally, and with a healthy disrespect for boring food.

From smoked meats and wood-fired flatbreads to vegan bowls that don't apologize, the menu is designed for sharing — or for eating the whole thing yourself. No judgment here.

Locally Sourced Ingredients

Produce from Sacramento County farms, meats from Northern California purveyors.

Vegetarian & Vegan Options

Every day — not just a salad with a hope and a prayer.

Pairing Suggestions

Our servers are trained to match each dish with the perfect pour from our tap list.

Smoked brisket sandwich on rustic board Wood-fired flatbread with fresh toppings
Craft beer flight with tasting glasses Vegan bowl with colorful vegetables and grains
What People Say

The Regulars Speak

"I've been coming here since they opened. The stout is still the best in Citrus Heights, and the staff remembers your name. That's rare."

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Marcus T.
Regular since 2019

"The food actually elevates the beer experience. The smoked brisket with the amber lager? I'm still thinking about it months later."

J
Jennifer L.
Food & beer enthusiast

"Finally, a brewery in the area that takes both beer and atmosphere seriously. The space is gorgeous, and the sour is *chef's kiss*."

D
David R.
Visit from Roseville
Find Us

Come Pour Yourself a Good Time

We're right in the heart of Sylvan Corners — easy to find, impossible to forget.

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday – Thursday 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Contact

7110 Auburn Blvd

Citrus Heights, CA 95610-3825

(120) 962-9336

Call ahead for large group reservations

Private Events Welcome

Full buyout available for groups of 50+

Get Directions
Map showing Darkheart Brewing location at 7110 Auburn Blvd, Citrus Heights

Darkheart Brewing

7110 Auburn Blvd

Citrus Heights, CA 95610

Reservations & Inquiries

Save Your Seat at the Bar

Whether it's a date night, a birthday, or a casual Wednesday — reserve a table or just send us a note.

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