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Created by The Brew Noob Updated On: January 24, 2013
St. Louis has a long history of brewers, and while it's biggest brewery may be the best known nationally, locals know the burgeoning craft beer scene deserves further exploration.
3229 Washington Ave (at Compton Ave.), St Louis, MO
Brewery · Grand Center · 79 tips and reviews
Go! Magazine: Half Crown is the new Urban Chestnut's idea of a "session IPA," meaning it has the dry-hopped aroma and flavor of an American India pale ale but with a restrained alcohol content. (Evan S. Benn)
Marcus McKay: The beer here is delicious. Lots of outdoor seating. A great place to stop whether on the Katy Trail or the wine trail. I've heard the food is good too.
Go! Magazine: 2nd Shift's beers, like the popular Hibiscus Wit and Art of Neurosis IPA, are available around St. Louis. If you're in New Haven, stop by the brewery's tasting room for a tour and a beer or two.
Go! Magazine: St. Louis' newest brewery and tasting room is set to have a soft opening Nov. 11. Try the Bona Fide Imperial Espresso Stout, made with vanilla beans and locally roasted Goshen coffee.
Glenn Logan: This out of the way Micro Brew Pub is an excellent addition to the St. Louis beer scene. They have solid beers in several categories and the bar is a great place to hang out with or without friends.
Kent Ahrens: Beer is pretty hit-or-miss here. The style you loved last visit may be pretty bland this one or vice-versa. However, it's still far, and I mean FAR, better than Buttweiper!