Big Hops Shaenfield

San Antonio, TX

Inebrious

Beverage Program Score

Research completed 2026-09-06 · Based on current public sources

Editor: Micah Rousey

Review methodology and evidence standards

The editorial take

Big Hops Shaenfield is a craft beer bar centered on a rotating tap wall system. The draft list spans IPAs, lagers, sours, and stouts, with many local Texas breweries represented. Prices run from $5.00 to $8.50 depending on pour size. Wine, mead, and cider are also available for on- and off-premise consumption. The beer selection is the draw, with a wide range of styles and a clear emphasis on hops.

What should I order?: Start with the Eviscerated Pathway of Beauty Imperial IPA, a Citra double IPA brewed with oats, priced at $8.50 for 13 ounces. For a more sessionable option, the Stone Delicious IPA offers citrus-forward lemon candy flavor at $6.00 for 10 ounces or $8.00 for 16 ounces.
Who will enjoy this place?: Craft beer enthusiasts looking for a rotating tap list with local Texas breweries and a broad style range will find plenty to explore. The variety of IPAs and sours should appeal to hop heads and sour fans alike.
What should I expect to spend?: Draft beer prices range from $5.00 to $8.50 depending on the beer and pour size. A single 10-ounce pour often runs $6.00, while larger formats and imperial offerings reach $8.50.
What makes the beverage program distinctive?: The rotating tap wall system keeps the beer selection ever-changing, and the menu is organized into style-specific sections such as 'Hoppy Beers,' 'Easy Drinking,' 'Sours,' and 'Dark & Roasty.' Many local Texas breweries are featured.

Beverage categories

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Beer

Big Hops is a craft beer bar with a rotating tap wall system and a menu divided into sections for hoppy beers, easy drinking, sours, and dark roasty options. Many local Texas breweries are featured, and draft prices range from $5.00 to $8.50.

Menu strengths

— Rotating tap wall system provides an ever-changing selection of craft beers.
— Menu includes a wide variety of styles, from IPAs and lagers to sours and stouts.
— Extensive draft list with many local Texas breweries.

Standout selections

— Eviscerated Pathway of Beauty Imperial IPA - Hazy: a Citra double IPA brewed with oats, $8.50 for 13oz.
— Stone Delicious IPA: citrus-forward American IPA with lemon candy flavor, $6.00 for 10oz or $8.00 for 16oz.
— McConauhaze IPA: hazy IPA hopped with Citra and Galaxy, $6.00 for 10oz or $8.00 for 16oz.
— Secret Beach IPA: golden IPA with marmalade, blueberries, and 'devil's lettuce' notes, $6.00 for 10oz or $8.00 for 16oz.

Pricing: Draft pours range from $5.00 to $8.50 depending on size and beer.

About this review

Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.

Review methodology and evidence standards

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