There are a lot of craft breweries in Albuquerque, enough to call this the Asheville of the west. And of these, there are some amazing exemplars of how beer should be brewed. But it is a select few that I consider my go-to breweries, places I return to over and over because their beer is so good, their atmosphere and vibe so attractive, their mission so compelling.Bombs Away Beer Company is one of those select few. Located on the City’s east side and a couple of blocks off Route 66, it is veteran-owned, which automatically earns my high respect. The name and theme are derivative of that fact, and played well.My most recent visit was for a breweriana swap meet one Saturday, which was held outdoors in the beer garden. Naturally, we all had to come inside to grab a few. My two pints were the BABC IPA (6.1% ABV; 91 IBU) and Operation Single Hop Pale Ale (5.3% ABV; 55 IBU). Both were very approachable, even the BABC with its high IBU.There’s no reason for that twisted beer face you sometimes give when the hops are overpowering. These were both pleasing the palate, and easy to drink. The mid-range ABV is also laudable, because too many IPAs seem to be duking it out for which one can get people tipsy the fasted.On other visits I have had their Actuator IPA (6.4% ABV; 100 IBU), Hazy Chain DIPA (8% ABV; 76 IBU), MK2 Pale Ale (5.9% ABV; 55 IBU), and Anniversary IPA (7% ABV; 87 IBU). I can vouch for each of these as well. And for fans keeping score at home, that’s four IPAs and two Pale Ales, which should pigeon-hole me on the beer fan scale.Given the theme, Bombs Away attracts veterans and a primarily blue-collar clientele, not the hipsters and YUPPIES you would find at other craft breweries. Each has their place, but I am a fan of all breweries, comfortable in any environment as long as the beer is good.And it is damn good at Bombs Away. I salute you.
Chris Reicherts
Great spot to visit if you're in the area!!
John Telles
The atmosphere, service, and beer selection and taste is always fantastic?
Ted Chavez
Great place better beer
William Dineen
This place was amazing. Beer was great, good was great. Kid friendly, adult friendly. Great decorations. Just sad I could only visit once.
El Barto
We’re a couple of Aussies looking for a decent craft brewery to check out on our way through ABQ. Bombs Away jumped out while looking on Google Maps because it was close to the Nuclear Science History museum. Believe me, the reviews are high for a reason. The service was the friendliest I’ve experienced in a craft brewery in all my years of travel, Kristen introduced herself when we walked in and talked us through what was on tap and quizzed my preferences. The beers were just as brilliant as the service. I’m glad we got in around 3:00pm ish because by the the time I was almost finished my flight, the place began to fill up. Easy to see why it’s a popular local watering hole.
Christeen Pierce
Absolutely delicious beer! I love that most of the beers have the gluten removed. Kristen is such a blast!
Michael Gibson
Good atmosphere, food, and beer.
Anthony Begay
Respect to all service members. Thank y'all for your service. NOTICE! Posers, need not apply.
Ashley Parks
The Charlie bravo sandwich was delicious and the beer was good!!!
Brittany was great getting us started after driving all day from Dallas and Austin. Kristen was the bomb from the kitchen with the Paninis! Solid beers and a hopping venu on a nice Thursday night!
Gentleman Racer
Very good beer. S.N.A.F.U stout is a very nice oatmeal stout. Sampled the porter and two IPAs Unique flavors in the porter. Will definitely be back to try the paninis
M Hop
Always great beer and awesome place to hang out
Vince Mouser
Great people work there, and the beer is amazing.
Jim B
Off the beaten path but awesome place! Great friendly servers-great beers-free popcorn!Family friendly and veteran supportive brewery.Didn’t try the food-but it looked and smelled good.Nice outdoor patio.
There are a lot of craft breweries in Albuquerque, enough to call this the Asheville of the west. And of these, there are some amazing exemplars of how beer should be brewed. But it is a select few that I consider my go-to breweries, places I return to over and over because their beer is so good, their atmosphere and vibe so attractive, their mission so compelling.Bombs Away Beer Company is one of those select few. Located on the City’s east side and a couple of blocks off Route 66, it is veteran-owned, which automatically earns my high respect. The name and theme are derivative of that fact, and played well.My most recent visit was for a breweriana swap meet one Saturday, which was held outdoors in the beer garden. Naturally, we all had to come inside to grab a few. My two pints were the BABC IPA (6.1% ABV; 91 IBU) and Operation Single Hop Pale Ale (5.3% ABV; 55 IBU). Both were very approachable, even the BABC with its high IBU.There’s no reason for that twisted beer face you sometimes give when the hops are overpowering. These were both pleasing the palate, and easy to drink. The mid-range ABV is also laudable, because too many IPAs seem to be duking it out for which one can get people tipsy the fasted.On other visits I have had their Actuator IPA (6.4% ABV; 100 IBU), Hazy Chain DIPA (8% ABV; 76 IBU), MK2 Pale Ale (5.9% ABV; 55 IBU), and Anniversary IPA (7% ABV; 87 IBU). I can vouch for each of these as well. And for fans keeping score at home, that’s four IPAs and two Pale Ales, which should pigeon-hole me on the beer fan scale.Given the theme, Bombs Away attracts veterans and a primarily blue-collar clientele, not the hipsters and YUPPIES you would find at other craft breweries. Each has their place, but I am a fan of all breweries, comfortable in any environment as long as the beer is good.And it is damn good at Bombs Away. I salute you.
Great spot to visit if you're in the area!!
The atmosphere, service, and beer selection and taste is always fantastic?
Great place better beer
This place was amazing. Beer was great, good was great. Kid friendly, adult friendly. Great decorations. Just sad I could only visit once.
We’re a couple of Aussies looking for a decent craft brewery to check out on our way through ABQ. Bombs Away jumped out while looking on Google Maps because it was close to the Nuclear Science History museum. Believe me, the reviews are high for a reason. The service was the friendliest I’ve experienced in a craft brewery in all my years of travel, Kristen introduced herself when we walked in and talked us through what was on tap and quizzed my preferences. The beers were just as brilliant as the service. I’m glad we got in around 3:00pm ish because by the the time I was almost finished my flight, the place began to fill up. Easy to see why it’s a popular local watering hole.
Absolutely delicious beer! I love that most of the beers have the gluten removed. Kristen is such a blast!
Good atmosphere, food, and beer.
Respect to all service members. Thank y'all for your service. NOTICE! Posers, need not apply.
The Charlie bravo sandwich was delicious and the beer was good!!!
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Brittany was great getting us started after driving all day from Dallas and Austin. Kristen was the bomb from the kitchen with the Paninis! Solid beers and a hopping venu on a nice Thursday night!
Very good beer. S.N.A.F.U stout is a very nice oatmeal stout. Sampled the porter and two IPAs Unique flavors in the porter. Will definitely be back to try the paninis
Always great beer and awesome place to hang out
Great people work there, and the beer is amazing.
Off the beaten path but awesome place! Great friendly servers-great beers-free popcorn!Family friendly and veteran supportive brewery.Didn’t try the food-but it looked and smelled good.Nice outdoor patio.