It's Not Water: The Best of New York's Breweries
Of course we love sharing delicious cocktail recipes, but we needed something for the craft beer lovers.
In the spirit of Issue Twenty-One, From NY to LA, a few friends and I taste tested craft beers coming from some of the best breweries across New York State. We’ve ranked each one out of 10 and described each taste using very high-level vocabulary (JK). Read up on each and maybe plan an intrastate road trip to visit some of these spots!
Maybe you’re thinking, “I hate beer.” Well, we also mixed in a few of the best ciders and some fruity sours for anyone that isn’t so fond of the traditional taste. Plus, breweries are always a good time, so why not tag along for the ride?
LOGICAL CONCLUSION
THREES BREWING - Brooklyn, NY
Our Rating: 8.3 / 10
The Taste: Hoppy & Fresh
Category: IPA
DDH JUICE BOMB
SLOOP BREWING CO - Hopewell Junction, NY
Our Rating: 7.6 / 10
The Taste: Clean & Strong
Category: New England IPA
WRENCH NEIPA
INDUSTRIAL ARTS BREWING CO- Garnerville, NY
Our Rating: 7.1 / 10
The Taste: Smooth & Bitter
Category: New England IPA
CITRA DREAMS
CAPTAIN LAWRENCE BREWING CO - Elmsford, NY
Our Rating: 6.8 / 10
The Taste: Hoppy & Fruity
Category: New England IPA
RASPBERRY LEMON KOLSCH
HAMBURG BREWING COMPANY - Hamburg, NY
Our Rating: 8.5 / 10
The Taste: Light & Refreshing
Category: Kölsch
PETER B. PORTER / PEANUT BUTTER PORTER
RESURGENCE BREWING CO - Buffalo, NY
Our Rating: 7.9 / 10
The Taste: Warm & Smooth
Category: Porter
THE WHALE
COMMUNITY BEER WORKS - Buffalo, NY
Our Rating: 5.7 / 10
The Taste: Dark & Strong
Category: Brown Ale
INSANE AS A HURRICANE
OSB CIDERWORKS - Lakeville, NY
Our Rating: 9.0 / 10
The Taste: Juicy & Crisp
Category: Cider
BLACK CHERRY
BLUE TOAD HARD CIDER - Rochester, NY
Our Rating: 8.7 / 10
The Taste: Sweet & Fresh
Category: Cider
CHERRY BERRY PIE SOUR
RESURGENCY BREWING CO - Buffalo, NY
Our Rating: 8.4 / 10
The Taste: Tart & Sweet
Category: Sour
MINKEY BOODLE RASPBERRY SOUR ALE
THIN MAN BREWERY - Buffalo, NY
Our Rating: 8.2 / 10
The Taste: Fruity & Tangy
Category: Sour
With so many varieties, it was hard for us to choose our clear favorites. There are definitely some amazing options for everyone in New York, and we think you’ll all find something that you like. Happy tasting!
