So let me give a little preface here before I begin. Georgetown is quite possibly my favorite brewery in all of Seattle. They have never made a beer I didn't like, their well-known standards are amazing for their taste, and leave you wanting more, and the first time I ever came to Seattle, I had a Georgetown Beer (more on that below). So as biased as I may be, I will do as best I can to remain objective, (I may overhype a bit, but it's truly from the heart) and not rate everything 5/5 and tell you this is God's gift to Seattle (Though sometimes after a few Manny's, 9lber's, Bodhizafas, and Johnny Utah Pale Ales, I begin to question myself.)
Enter the Construction Zone of Amazing Beer
First thing you see is a big warehouse in the industrial part of Seattle. When you get to the front door, it's big and striped in yellow and black caution lines, and the doors part just like in an episode of Star Trek. From there it expands into a neat little tasting room where you can sample all the full-time and part-time beers, and get a glimpse into what is coming up on tap later on.
Around the walls are pictures of various Seattle sights, and a map of other breweries in the area. On the far side, you can look in and see where they make the beer, and inquire about tours. On the side closest to the door is a merchandise area with shirts, t-shirts, drinking glasses, etc.
Growler featuring their newest beer Tess IPA
The tasting room is pretty amazing. All samples are free. You pick the ones you want to try, and at the end, you can purchase a growler with the beer of your choice, and 6-packs of cans. The bartenders, brewers, and other personnel are very friendly, knowledgable and supportive. As an added bonus, you can watch them fill growlers right in front of you for an exciting few hours tasting and talking craft brew.
With this sign, you will never be lost looking for great beer
Overall, this place is awesome. The only drawback is the place is just a tasting room, and nothing much in the way of Taproom with pints (you can get that most places in Seattle, but for here...maybe one day.) I hope to see them continue to evolve into a bigger operation as time goes on. If it turns out anywhere near where the level of their beer craftsmanship is, we're all in for a huge treat. Georgetown carries my highest recommendation. For more information about them, click here.
***Side Note***: Before I begin rating beers, I did something a little bit different this time. Usually I link the beer list to Untappd Review, which I continued to do this time, but as an added bonus, I added the logos to the respective beers which lead you to the Brewery's full-on description of the beer, which is a real treat for beer nerds! I will work to go back and do this for the previous Blog Entries as well! Enjoy!
Comments: The was a fairly smooth beer. it goes down almost like a lager, and has a really good malty taste to it with what feels like a dry aftertaste at the end. There is a light hop that gives it a little kick, and makes for an enjoyable experience.
Comments: I really want to say that a requirement of anyone drinking beer in the Northwest, should be to consume a pint of Manny's...or two...maybe 3. I remember when my dad came in from Washington D.C., he tried Manny's, and that was it, the go-to for him most of the rest of the trip. I even tried to send him some for his birthday, but there are these silly things known as Federal Regulations that prohibit shipping of some beer state-to-state. This is very smooth, light, very refreshing, and is a go-to beer if you're not sure what you want. It is very keg-worthy, and can happily be consumed in mass quantities by many people. Go get some!
Comments: Remember how I said the first beer I ever had in Seattle was from Georgetown? This was it. I had a Johnny Utah Pale Ale at Doc Maynard's Public House prior to doing the Underground Tour, and I found a beer I loved! While the effect doesn't ring quite as true today (because there are tons of other beer styles, flavors, tastes), it's still a great beer. It's hoppy, with a citrus taste. It's a clean light beer, that goes down smooth, and delivers everything a pale ale should. As I always have to friends, and others, I recommend this one!
Description: "Strong, almost cider-like, sour, tart, good, different."
Comments: The was a very strange beer at first. When I read the style, it said "Red Ale", so in my mind, I prepared for what a Red Ale normally tastes like. After the first sip, I was quite taken aback. Not in disgust mind you, but because of just how different it is. After speaking with the bartender, I learned it was infused with some red wine barrels, and mixture of 12 and 24 month old beer. It is very complex, odd, and unique. Try it. Each sip makes you more and more curious.
Description: "Hoppy, but not in a kill-you sort of way, fruity, bitter, little aftertaste, refreshing."
Comments: The Award-Winning IPA is a very refreshing brew. It brings hop, but doesn't let that fully consume the beer. It's a nice brew, that bring aromas of fruit, sips bitterly, and leaves a little hoppy aftertaste following each sip. Happily Recommended. You won't go wrong.
Comments: The 9lb Porter is exactly what it sets out to be. A nice refreshing coffee-style brew, that is sweet, smooth, and has a nice aroma to it. It's dark, and bitter and might not be everyone's favorite, but it delivers. Recommended.
Comments: I'm actually sipping one of these as I write this. Out of the 11 I sampled, this is the one I took home. It was just released the day I was there, and it's quite good. It's nice and citrusy in taste, aromas and flavors of fruit, and a nice hop. It's well mixed, and is definitely recommended.
Comments: Stout. Literally the best way to describe this beer. It simply doesn't get any more stout than this, and that's all it will ever have to be. It's roasty, very smooth, and dark. The flavor is great, and will challenge you to find another Stout that is so...Stout. Recommended!
Comments: This one was interesting. It's a strong Golden ale that is light in color and flavor, but packs a strong taste with sour elements. It finishes off with a Belgian aftertaste that's interestingly mixed in. At 8%, you'll feel golden after 1 or 2 of these. Just don't drink it if the sun is just coming up. Try it!
Comments: I've had Lucille several times now, and it's a good standard IPA. It's a very fluid beer, that goes down smoothly, brings some hop, and mixes fruity flavors for a well-crafted taste. Certainly recommended!
Comments: Harkin packs the punch when it comes to triple IPAs. The bartender was saying how Triples have become a new trend in the Brewing scene, and this one puts it on display for the good of the cause. It is nice and bitter, ample hops, and carries a refreshing strong boost with it's citrusy taste. Perfect for one of those weeks that you're ready to put to rest with an ice cold brew. Recommended.
They like beer...I like their beer!
Enter the Construction Zone of Amazing Beer
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