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Irish Village – Surprising Craft Beer Selection in Brighton Center

Parker — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 16:14:35 +0000

At first glance, Brighton’s Irish Village looks intimidating. It resides amongst apartment buildings, warehouses and convenience stores on Brighton’s busy Market street, away from the “college” bars such as the Brighton Beer Garden and Green Briar. Outside of the bar you’ll usually spot a group of rough looking Irishmen smoking cigarettes. But inside you might be surprised – if even slightly.

The Irish Village, or the IV, is a very small bar. The place itself really is just a bar with a few tables, a very familiar Irish pub feel with a huge U-shaped bar right in the center – not too surprising. But what you’ll find on tap might shock you. 15+ craft beers at fair prices.

Here is a list of the current draft selection at the Irish Village:

Allagash Belgian White
Dogfish 60min IPA
Harpoon IPA
Harpoon Seasonal
Hoegaarden Belgian White
Leinenkugel Sunset Wheat
Sam Adams Lager
Sam Adams Seasonal
Shipyard Pumpkinhead Ale
Stone Arrogant Bastard Ale
Ten Penny Ale
Wachusett Blueberry Ale

Not bad, huh? So if your in Brighton Center and are looking to enjoy some good beers at a very cool local Irish bar look no further then the Irish Village.

Irish Village, Brighton Center, Brighton MA

To learn more visit http://irishvillagebrighton.com/

Watch City Brewing Company

Erin — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 10:18:05 +0000

Located in the Metrowest, Brew Master, Aaron Mateychuk of Watch City Brewing Company is satisfying patrons with some of the best hand crafted beers in Massachusetts. Owner, Jocelyn McLaughlin, opened Watch City Brewing Company in July of 1996- with Mateychuk, coming on board just three months after its opening.

Watch City Brewing Company does not only brew traditional beers, they also offer some extreme brews. Watch City offers a nice variety of hand crafted beers with a blend of herbs, spices and more and are making some of the best tasting, not so typical brews that can be found in Massachusetts, and throughout the US for that matter.

Mateychuk claims he is never 100% satisfied with his creations, and constantly thinking what he can do to make the brew better. And, by the taste of the brews, he seems to have the golden touch. Beers such as the Oink Oink that involve bacon fat, vodka, potatoes and a lot of other ingredients and steps before it can be used as a beer are making the brewery a full-house with Massachusetts beer drinkers lavishing in the atmosphere, the brews and the food.

Watch City Brewing Company
265 Moody Street
Waltham, Massachusetts
781-647-4000

Lord Hobo Beats Expectations

Parker — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:55:37 +0000

Lord Hobo

Cambridge has the vibe that most beer bars strive for (see Church Key). It’s hip, a bit grungy, and a tad pretentious (in an enjoyable way).

Lord Hobo fits this description too a tee. When you walk in, you’ll first notice the large U-shaped bar that completely fills the room. You’ll then probably spot the taps – nearly 50 of them, with many local brews including a rotating Haverhill Brewery tap for $4.

Along with the huge bar and great tap selection, Lord Hobo also plays excellent music – which to me goes a really, really long way. It’s of the alternative/punk genre, but not the stuff you’d hear on the radio.

And the food – outstanding. The fries alone are worth making the trek out to Inman Square. It’s a little off the beaten path, so driving is preferred, but it’s walkable from Central Square. Actually, its a few doors down from the CBC, which is helpful.

Lord Hobo, Cambridge MA

Common Ground – Allston’s little known beer bar

Chris — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:40:18 +0000

When you think about beer in Allston, you think Sunset, Big City, and Deep Ellum. Don’t get me wrong, these are all great bars with outstanding tap lists. If there are any complaints about those bars, it is that they are overcrowded. Sunset is one of Boston’s most famous beer destinations. Big City is their sister bar, and more of a pool hall than anything else (that happens to have over 80 beers on tap), and is filled to the brim with BU and BC students. Deep Ellum, well, I can’t say to many negative things about that place. It’s one of my favorite spots in the city, but it is small, and is gaining a reputation. Those unfamiliar with the Ellum may also feel slightly intimidated by it’s hardcore beer enthusiast click.

That leaves us with The Common Ground. Harvard Ave’s hidden beer gem. You’ll find about a dozen taps such as Smuttynose, Dogfish, Avery and Victory, plus many more in bottles, which are rotated often. The beer menu is very descriptive and helpful, plus the food is excellent.

Make a stop here before heading to Sunset. You’ll be glad you did – you may just return across the street after you check out the line.

Sunset Grill & Tap

Chris Parker — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 01:52:13 +0000

Sunset Grill and Tap is the most famous bar in Allston, if not in all of Boston.Â With 112 beers on tap and almost 400 more available by the bottle, Sunset’s beer selection is second to none. Allston’s young “hipster” scene fills this bar and restaurant daily, where 20-35 minute waits are a normal occurrence.Â Beer snobs, college students, and casual drinkers alike will absolutely love the Sunset Grill and Tap.

Sunset Grill and Tap, Allston MA

For more information, visit www.allstonsfinest.com