First encountered them at a tasting at a local store. Later went to check out their actual space. Really cool spot and a great selection of beer. Loved the sour! read more

Great spot - lucky find after a quick trip to Sturbridge. Had a flight enjoyed all of the beers we tried and the kombucha too. Kids played games - nice vibe. read more

We made a quick stop here recently to check out the selections and grab a flight. We went early on a Saturday afternoon and it was pretty quiet. The bar was full so we sat at a nearby high top. My husband went to the bar and got us a flight to share. We loved 3 of our choices, but couldn't drink the fourth one as it was a strong coffee beer. We'd love to come back on a nice day to enjoy the patio area and when they have live m read more

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We got flight for each and shared. Meaning we were able to taste 8 different beer! They have 9 kinds, so only 1 (PB&J) removed, since I was not sure PB&J beer. I really like the unfiltered one! Outdoor seating available and it was nice and cozy to have beer after good hike. People at the brewer are friendly. read more

We had our wedding up the street and everyone was in town the night before, so we were looking for a place to bring a large party to have a casual hangout. This place was the perfect spot for that. They had live music on a Saturday, allow you to bring in food from other places and have a great selection of beers that fit everyone's preferences. The staff was so nice and efficient at serving us along with everyone else that was there. We had a great night!! Definitely recommend if you're in the area. read more

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Cool new spot in "sleepy" Sturbridge! They have a good selection of different styles of beers (definitely try the Hazed and Confewzed if you like super citrusy IPAs!), and some funkier options like the peanut butter and jelly stout, and kombucha on tap! They also have a good selection of typical bar food (sandwiches, soft pretzels, chips and salsa, etc), and I love that you can bring in your own snacks, too. The environment is comfortable, but a bit small if you come with a larger crowd on a colder/bad weather day (but the outdoor patio would be a good option otherwise). read more

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Great brewery, the pumpkin pie beer is delicious and the ipa are awesome as well. Can't go Wrong with this cute place. read more

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They have a nice spot that's well put together and clean. Feels homely and cozey. Staff was very warm and friendly, parking seemed plentiful. The beer selection had several varieties as well. As far as the quality of beer, it seemed to vary from style to style with some being good as is, others needing work. I guess I'd categorize this place as a hopeful new option for the area that's still ironing out some of the kinks. At least two of the beers I tried had a good flavor, but an awkward musty nose. The brown ale and sour were my favorites of the offerings I tried, though I'm typically more of an ale or IPA guy. read more

Cool atmosphere with some awesome murals. Nice staff. Had the Passion (Gose), which was really nice, wanted to get some to take home and it just sold out :( read more

Altruist Brewing Company - Well said beer, well said. - Breweries Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

A flight and a float! What a perfect relief for a really hot weekend. If you have a few free minutes in Sturbridge, MA, spend them at this cool brewery. They have a great variety of beer on tap ranging from a light and refreshing saison to a bourbon-barreled stout. Your bartender will make excellent suggestions based on your preferences, and tastings are by the glass not flight. The Willonia (light) and Fiske Ale (brown ale) were my favorite. They were smooth and clean. We also ordered a stout float and enjoyed it immensely!! Such a cool option. They have a few tables, allow you to bring in your own food, and have a good number of seats at the bar. There is seating for groups, but if you go at a busy time you'll probably have a few people standing if there are more than 3 of you. Check it out, enjoy, and leave with a few cans or T-shirts. Highly recommend. read more

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Amazing beer, amazing atmosphere, what a brewery should be. When they have live music it's not oppressively loud, and the owners are there working hard all the time. Go support these young brewmasters and stop buying crappy corporate beer! Outside is dog friendly, parking is easy, and they have food as well as allowing outside food. Really why aren't you here already? read more

I've always enjoyed the ambiance & friendly, attentive staff. I enjoy their sours and darker beers most. I came to see a band play here last night and tried their "beer and cupcake" flight which was a special for valentines week. It was SO yummy! The owner said she's looking to do more pairings like this which I will be on the look out for. read more

We sat inside. Gerat atmosphere, great prices, decent beer. I'd love to go back when the weather's warmer and we can sit outside. I'd also love to see the place packed when we can gather in crowds again. I got the stout and it was a generic stout. Nothing to write home about. The Walliner was decent too, but again pretty generic. Pumpkin Pi. Get it. read more

Stopped by for a beer and snack headed north. Nice spot - tucked away off the road so you have to find it. Beers were good, snacks were OK. Felt a little spendy but inflation hits everyone I suppose. Asked for a water and got a bottle we had to pay for. Would have liked the heads up (wanted tap). read more

I cannot say too much since I consider this brewery a hidden gem. A smaller venue which we prefer when wanting a good draft, service and space. Too bad we do not live closer to become regulars. Go and enjoy! read more

Great place! Great servers! Amazing beer! A must stop - have great mercy too! Great selection of seltzers and non beer options! read more

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Really cool bartenders who are fun to hang out with. Loved the Bixby cookie stout, excellent layout and vibe, chill outside area. Definitely worth checking out and have a pretzel while you're at it! read more

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Stopped here last night. Cool vibe place. Both bartenders were very nice. Had 4 piece band that was cool and played good hanging music. The only have beer so a little tough for my girl who doesn't drink beer but we had a nice time and she didn't mind the sour beer that had. read more

Can't wait to go back here! This place was awesome. They paid attention to every detail. The atmosphere is so welcoming and spacious - they utilized all the amazing architecture already present from the building and put their own twist on everything. My husband and I both had flights of beer and were not disappointed at all! We got there right after opening so we were the only ones there for a bit which gave us time to get to know the bartender and talk shop ... she was fantastic. They serve warm pretzels but you're also welcome to bring your own food. Looks like they have a great live band line up and they have some fun games like a giant connect four! Will be back! read more

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Amazing beer, fantastic service, great venue! Thank you Altruist!!! The selection was excellent and it was a pleasure to meet the owner Nancy and the staff as well. Everyone was helpful and kind! read more

*Outstanding beer *friendly, helpful & knowledgeable staff *yummy treats *relaxing atmosphere If you're anywhere around Sturbridge this place is well worth your time. read more

Very friendly servers and nice beers. Wish I lived closer, we'd definitely come back. We tried five different beers altogether and they were all good and very reasonably priced. Lots of seating available inside and out. read more

Come to check it out, but stay for the beer and soft pretzels. 8 varieties of craft beers - a beer for every taste - blonde ales,brown ales,black,IPA, and DIPA's with some beers rotating on /off the list Reasonably priced $6-7 pint, and 5 ounce tasters ($2-3) available as singles or in a flight. Beers range from 4.9 apv to 8.5 Staff was quick, and courteous, promptly taking my order and delivering me my beer. Love the Beer! read more

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Big fan of Altruist- their beers rotate often, and I have enjoyed all the ones I have tried. The brewery has a stage for live music, shuffleboard, and other board games. They make pretzels here but it is also bring your own food- making this a great place to hang out for the afternoon. It was almost totally filled up at 2pm on a Saturday! read more

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Great atmosphere here. They have nice outdoor seating and inside is very nice. Their beer is good, not always my style but definitely worth a try. I hear they have a food truck at times, I've never seen one the 3 times I've been. read more

Stopped in for a flight. 4 IPAs on tap for a flight. Awesome! Great space. Great beer. read more

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Fresh beer the oatmeal coffee stout is my favorite. The parking lot is located behind the brewery and is a little small. The decor is pretty neat and minimalist. I would suggest stopping by and getting a flight or a pint. read more

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Great people and great beer! Friendly atmosphere and a fantastic staff who makes you feel like family. The beer is the best around and you will leave with new friends. read more

Cute space. Very modern, repurposed factory building feel. Local art. Beer selection is tiny and menu is smaller. Beer is served in smaller than pint glasses, snifters are almost sampler size, so the price proposition is just okay. Beer was also just okay. My lager was fine, and someone's gingerbread stout was just a Russian Imperial with some syrupy graham cracker on the rim of what was almost a shot glass. Maybe if they ramp up production a bit they'll really grow into their own. Good experience, not great. Fine for the area, but nowhere near the coolest spot locally (Homefield and Rapscallion, among others, are better overall). read more

One of the best local breweries around!! Love the Shinyhoppypeople IPA!! Definitely will come back again! read more

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Great beer. Owners are very friendly. Love the atmosphere. Try the Shiny Hoppy People IPA! read more

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Cool place, good vibe, great beer! Altruist is a relaxing brewery tucked away in Sturbridge. Both indoor and outdoor seating was available and they offer plenty of variety. They also have cans of their beer available. The service is solid and when I visited they had live music. Highly recommended If you're in the area. read more

Good beer, favorite was the Bixby House Cookie Stout! Not sure if I would be back, due to distance

Talked to the owner about brewing for a while, Great guy brewing some Great beer. Only thing that could get this place 4- 5 stars would be a small menu to prevent another stop on the way home. And possible a few more additions to the beer menu. read more

This place is amazing! The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. And the Beer... what can I say; Fabulous!!! This is a must go to place. read more

I wrote a review of Altruist on March 25, 2018, and it was "not recommended". After watching the video explaining why some reviews are not recommended, I figured that mine was not recommended due to my inactivity as a reviewer; it was probably seen as "a rant". It is true that it was my first review, and I only opened a yelp account to write this review, but it was written with sincerity. My husband is a home brewer, and we love the visiting all of the new breweries popping up-it's like we're going back to Medieval times when there was a brewery in every town. We like some for their atmosphere, some for their staff, and some for their beer. Our favorites in Central Mass are Cold Harbor, Medusa, and Wormtown. I would give each 5 stars, but I haven't yet. I stand by my review. Our experience was that bad. Here it is again: There are so many breweries to choose from these days, so choose somewhere else. Beer is about fun and camaraderie, and there were neither here. We came when it was not busy, and yet the service was slow and impersonal. Instead of offering to describe their beers, we were pointed to the chalkboard. Nevertheless, we sampled almost every beer. There were no glaring flaws, but all were lacking complexity and differentiation even between contrasting styles. We ended up finding better beer and friendlier vibes literally just down the road at both Homefield and Rapscallion. read more

Delicious as always! Love the pumpkin beer and atmosphere. Definitely check it out if you haven't already read more

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Ordered a flight and really enjoyed their sour beers. I thought their IPA and stout were solid. The brewer was pretty chill and gave me a quick run down on their brewing system and the process. It's a great place to go if you enjoy quality beer but are not up to the long lines at Tree House. read more

Love the beer and the atmosphere! I've been several times and have always found the staff to be helpful and professional.

The beer is great. One of the owners not so much. He made an incredibly rude comment that not only embarrassed myself, but absolutely infuriated my husband. I am unsure in what universe it is okay to treat customers and women in general in such an inappropriate manner. If it was not for the 7 year old little girl sitting at the bar, we would have responded much differently but elected to take the higher road and leave. read more