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| - I'd have reviewed this place sooner but I hadn't yet figured out how to deal with the brewhouse loyalty issue. I'm over it. This isn't a one-horse town.
I just love this place. First, let me start by saying that their IPA is world class. Said more accurately, it compares favorably to any of the standard setting West Coast IPA's. It's tied for first as my favorite IPA in state and that's truly high praise. It's as good as any IPA in it's style brewed anywhere.
But maybe more importantly, all of their beers are so good that more often than not I get their 10 beer flight. And this comes from a die-hard hop head. Anywhere else, I'll almost never get a porter, stout, Brown ale or anything but a pale ale or IPA. I'm no cicerone but I've been drinking craft beer for 26 years and have been brewing my own beer for about six years. I was going to stop talking about the beers but I have to mention the pilsner. Look man, I've been to Oktoberfest in Munich and let's just say this pilsner always makes me exclaim an embarrassingly loud "Wow!" when I take the first drink. Give credit to Brian Helton, the brewer and owner for such excellent craftsmanship.
Okay, next and briefly, the food. The savory Belgian waffles are to die for and the Panini's are outstanding. But I came here for the beer...
Lastly, the people. The owner and brewer is a class act. Friendly and humble, I won't give details (we can't have everyone expecting such favors!) but he once did me a solid that may have seemed simple to him but was a big deal for me and damned unique. And there's one particular employee, Jurgen, that continues to surprise me with the extra efforts he makes and his overall awesomeness.
Lastly, buildings and businesses have energy, a vibe, and this place gives off the vibe that it's all made and served with love. Do yourself a favor and check this place out.
PS: the growler and keg prices will likely surprise you - in a good way.
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