Craft beer tasting
Taste beers by style at taprooms and festivals, from crisp pilsners to stouts.
- To start
- $20
- Each month
- $40
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 1 hour or more
- Where
- At home or out
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- Every session brings something you haven't tasted, heard or seen.
- It builds a collection you'll love curating.
- It's satisfying from the very first session.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to meet people
- You want to get really good at something
- You want to keep your brain sharp
Maybe not if
- You want a workout
- You want something to show for your time
- You want to work with your hands
What it feels like
Craft beer tastingAverage food & Drink hobbyBefore you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Taste a pilsner, an IPA and a stout side by side at a taproom or at home, and note what you smell and taste in each.
Questions
How much does craft beer tasting cost to start?
About $20 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $40 a month once you are going.
How much time does craft beer tasting take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 1 hour or more.
Can I do craft beer tasting at home?
Yes, or out if you prefer. Fits in a bag.
Is craft beer tasting good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Taste a pilsner, an IPA and a stout side by side at a taproom or at home, and note what you smell and taste in each.
Do I need other people for craft beer tasting?
No. It works fine on your own, though plenty of people do it together.