I never heard about this brewery before, but since I was passing nearby, I decided to pay a visit. The brewery is located in an old building, and finding the entry is a bit confusing, since it's located in the back. There's a small patio and a main room inside. The main room has multiple seating options including a couch. While the seating area looks nice, part of this room is dedicated to storage and feels like a warehouse. No food is available inside, though you can order a delivery from nearby places.
At every brewery I visit I try as many beers as I can. But this time there was no selection - only 3 beers were available on tap. You can get a flight to try everything. While the beers are ok, I was only impressed with the Daybreak (Belgian Blonde), as it directly hit the style with its herbal notes and was pleasant in general. The other 2 beers were fine, but nothing out of ordinary.
This place is definitely awesome for the local community. I especially admire their goal of rotating beers frequently, as it allows to experiment and brew new styles. Many people were seating at the bar and one could immediately tell that they are regulars. Unfortunately, if you're not local, your experience can differ greatly, as the selection of the beers is very small (according to reviews, 6 beers is the usual amount), and even if you like something - it will be gone and might never be brewed again. I wish the owners the best of luck establishing their local community though!
Ben
Very good beer and neat old building. Felt a bit like a locals place. There was not a huge selection with only 4 beers available at the time I went.
Rob Brown
Great obscure style beers made well! Nice to see a brewery not doing all IPA’s. Especially loved the Julka the Czech Dark Lager!
john fraize
Their beer is great. I particularly love the smooth Irish red. Love the casual vibe! My wife and I were able to order a pizza from a local place and enjoy it here and have some beers
david connors
This brewery is a hidden gem. Tonka and Corey are quietly brewing some of the best beer in New England. Small batch is always going to be better imo, but they also have a talented hand that can craft a wide array of styles to perfection. I am completely blown away by their artful approach to brewing and respect their company mission of acceptance and no waste. I only wish they were open on Sundays! Standing Ovation!
Sarah Heinzelman
Drawing Board is as much a community center as it is a brewery. The husband and wife team running the show work tirelessly to create a sense of curiosity and adventure in their small batch beer recipes and a profound sense of fellowship in their space. Walk in and find people reading, playing board games, jamming on the piano, workshopping art and songwriting, and science lectures. They give to the community through fundraising efforts and they're just down to earth high quality people. It's so easy to be there and to be yourself. You can walk in by yourself and leave with new friends. This place is so special to me. And their beer is good! Go give them your money and your good vibes.
Mike Schilling
Great, relaxed place for inventive and delicious beers in a whole range of styles! Super friendly folks as well ?
Tim Zucco
The most delicious, expertly crafted brews in a fun space where everyone becomes friends.
Ian & Amy
We held our pre-wedding hangout here, and it was awesome! They pack a lot of delicious variety into the handful of beers on tap (always changing), so there's something for everyone. People played board games and puzzles, but there's plenty of standing room to socialize which worked well for our big crowd. Corey & Tonka were wonderful to work with in planning it, and even helped us make our own custom beer label for the event! I look forward to visiting them the next time we're in the area.
Ian \u0026 Amy
We held our pre-wedding hangout here, and it was awesome! They pack a lot of delicious variety into the handful of beers on tap (always changing), so there's something for everyone. People played board games and puzzles, but there's plenty of standing room to socialize which worked well for our big crowd. Corey & Tonka were wonderful to work with in planning it, and even helped us make our own custom beer label for the event! I look forward to visiting them the next time we're in the area.
Good beer and really nice music on. Saturday afternoon.
Luke Brown
DOGS! These people love DOGS. DOG LOVING BREWERY. Could it get any better?
Jess Martin
What an amazing place, a welcome addition to our Florence community and fabulous beer! I'm always so impressed by how the folks at Drawing Board Brewing have created such a welcoming and inclusive community-environment while also brewing up such fine-tasting beer. We are so happy to have them in our neighborhood, and I look forward to each and every beer release!
Chrissy Montelli
I was never a beer person. DRAWING BOARD MADE ME A BEER PERSON. Tonka and Corey are wonderful people who clearly put a tremendous amount of care into not only their brewing, but also the space and type of community they want to create. Their beer is delicious, and if you're not in the mood for conversation, there are plenty of puzzles, games, and even some art supplies to choose from--including coloring books for kids and adults. The couches are extremely nappable and dogs are welcome! Plus if you're curious about the brewing process, they're happy to explain in great detail, and are obviously passionate about what they do. I always have a good time at Drawing Board and I can't wait to see what they brew up next!
Jay Burnham
Amazing place in the cute town of Florence Nextdoor to Northampton. The people here are incredibly kind and the beer is delicious. Awesome spot that’s dog-friendly and has outdoor seating. A must visit.
I never heard about this brewery before, but since I was passing nearby, I decided to pay a visit. The brewery is located in an old building, and finding the entry is a bit confusing, since it's located in the back. There's a small patio and a main room inside. The main room has multiple seating options including a couch. While the seating area looks nice, part of this room is dedicated to storage and feels like a warehouse. No food is available inside, though you can order a delivery from nearby places.
At every brewery I visit I try as many beers as I can. But this time there was no selection - only 3 beers were available on tap. You can get a flight to try everything. While the beers are ok, I was only impressed with the Daybreak (Belgian Blonde), as it directly hit the style with its herbal notes and was pleasant in general. The other 2 beers were fine, but nothing out of ordinary.
This place is definitely awesome for the local community. I especially admire their goal of rotating beers frequently, as it allows to experiment and brew new styles. Many people were seating at the bar and one could immediately tell that they are regulars. Unfortunately, if you're not local, your experience can differ greatly, as the selection of the beers is very small (according to reviews, 6 beers is the usual amount), and even if you like something - it will be gone and might never be brewed again. I wish the owners the best of luck establishing their local community though!
Very good beer and neat old building. Felt a bit like a locals place. There was not a huge selection with only 4 beers available at the time I went.
Great obscure style beers made well! Nice to see a brewery not doing all IPA’s. Especially loved the Julka the Czech Dark Lager!
Their beer is great. I particularly love the smooth Irish red. Love the casual vibe!
My wife and I were able to order a pizza from a local place and enjoy it here and have some beers
This brewery is a hidden gem. Tonka and Corey are quietly brewing some of the best beer in New England. Small batch is always going to be better imo, but they also have a talented hand that can craft a wide array of styles to perfection. I am completely blown away by their artful approach to brewing and respect their company mission of acceptance and no waste. I only wish they were open on Sundays! Standing Ovation!
Drawing Board is as much a community center as it is a brewery. The husband and wife team running the show work tirelessly to create a sense of curiosity and adventure in their small batch beer recipes and a profound sense of fellowship in their space. Walk in and find people reading, playing board games, jamming on the piano, workshopping art and songwriting, and science lectures. They give to the community through fundraising efforts and they're just down to earth high quality people. It's so easy to be there and to be yourself. You can walk in by yourself and leave with new friends. This place is so special to me. And their beer is good! Go give them your money and your good vibes.
Great, relaxed place for inventive and delicious beers in a whole range of styles! Super friendly folks as well ?
The most delicious, expertly crafted brews in a fun space where everyone becomes friends.
We held our pre-wedding hangout here, and it was awesome! They pack a lot of delicious variety into the handful of beers on tap (always changing), so there's something for everyone. People played board games and puzzles, but there's plenty of standing room to socialize which worked well for our big crowd. Corey & Tonka were wonderful to work with in planning it, and even helped us make our own custom beer label for the event! I look forward to visiting them the next time we're in the area.
We held our pre-wedding hangout here, and it was awesome! They pack a lot of delicious variety into the handful of beers on tap (always changing), so there's something for everyone. People played board games and puzzles, but there's plenty of standing room to socialize which worked well for our big crowd. Corey & Tonka were wonderful to work with in planning it, and even helped us make our own custom beer label for the event! I look forward to visiting them the next time we're in the area.
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Good beer and really nice music on. Saturday afternoon.
DOGS! These people love DOGS. DOG LOVING BREWERY. Could it get any better?
What an amazing place, a welcome addition to our Florence community and fabulous beer! I'm always so impressed by how the folks at Drawing Board Brewing have created such a welcoming and inclusive community-environment while also brewing up such fine-tasting beer. We are so happy to have them in our neighborhood, and I look forward to each and every beer release!
I was never a beer person. DRAWING BOARD MADE ME A BEER PERSON. Tonka and Corey are wonderful people who clearly put a tremendous amount of care into not only their brewing, but also the space and type of community they want to create. Their beer is delicious, and if you're not in the mood for conversation, there are plenty of puzzles, games, and even some art supplies to choose from--including coloring books for kids and adults. The couches are extremely nappable and dogs are welcome! Plus if you're curious about the brewing process, they're happy to explain in great detail, and are obviously passionate about what they do. I always have a good time at Drawing Board and I can't wait to see what they brew up next!
Amazing place in the cute town of Florence Nextdoor to Northampton. The people here are incredibly kind and the beer is delicious. Awesome spot that’s dog-friendly and has outdoor seating. A must visit.
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