Can't believe I have not been here before until yesterday!
This is a sister business to Masonry (which is right next door). I have been told by many that they make the best Hazy IPA in Washington!
And I agree. Their hazy offerings are very similar to Monkish (who imo makes the best in the nation - or at a minimum, amongst the very best).
We got to try 3 different beers in this style - Zen Filmmaking, Little League Home Run, and self Expression. All amazing but my favorite had to be Little League Home Run. I could not believe it was only 5.5% ABV. It packed so much flavor from Double Dry Hopping with an incredible mouth feel.
What surprised me yesterday the most though is that they also brew other styles extremely well. Spring Break (their coffee stout brewed with Boon Boona Roastery coffee beans was phenomenal. Roll Call (Imperiod Stout with Cinnamon) is great as it is now but I think it has potential for even more greatness. If this beer ever gets the barrel treatment, I will be purchasing multiple bottles for the cellar.
Service is top notch. Sample pours were provided on every beer with detailed information and explanations. Xu (Taproom manager/sales) is a true asset to the brewery. She is knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic.
The venue was not too big but it didn't feel small or anything. They have a large screen TV (they were showing the Mariners game) and they have an underground parking garage, which is super convenient and free! Very dog friendly too - in fact, there were about five dogs hanging out when we were visiting. This could be a good or bad thing for different folks but just letting you guys know that there will likely be dogs of all size when you visit.
They offer what Xu calls Tavern Style pizza. They also allow outside food. Masonry next door is a full-service restaurant. So you won't need to worry too much about food.
Highly recommended. I will also be checking out their SODO location soon. read more