Brewery
Unclaimed profileCigar City Brewing Spruce Street Brewery & Taproom
Tampa, FL · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Cigar City's Spruce Street taproom pours a deep, well-rounded lineup of year-round beers, from the flagship Jai Alai IPA to the hefty Florida Man double IPA. The range covers hop-forward styles, a brown ale, and a Belgian golden ale, with community reviewers praising both the selection and the knowledgeable bartenders. This is a brewery taproom that rewards exploration.
- What should I order?
- Start with Jai Alai IPA for a balanced, citrus-forward American IPA, then move to Florida Man for a bigger, tropical double IPA. Maduro offers a maltier contrast, while Cosmic Crown brings Belgian yeast character. For something lighter, Jai Alai Light is a sessionable option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- IPA enthusiasts will find multiple expressions, from hazy to double, and those seeking variety can explore a brown ale and a Belgian-style golden. Beer lovers who appreciate knowledgeable staff and taproom-only releases will feel at home.
- When should I go?
- Visit when you have time to work through the beer list, as the taproom-only releases and bartender recommendations reward a leisurely visit.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The lineup spans a wide ABV range and flavor profile, from the 4% Jai Alai Light to the 10% Jai Alai Double, all within the year-round portfolio. The inclusion of a Belgian-style golden ale alongside classic IPAs and a brown ale shows stylistic breadth.
Beverage categories
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Beer
The beer program is a standout, offering a wide range of year-round beers with detailed flavor profiles.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive year-round lineup spanning multiple styles, from a 4% light IPA to a 10% double IPA.
- — Community reviewers praise the beer quality and the breadth of the selection, including taproom-only releases.
Standout selections
- — Jai Alai IPA - 7.5% ABV American IPA with Amarillo, Cascade, Motueka, Simcoe, and Tangier hops, offering tangerine and candied orange peel notes.
- — Florida Man - 9% ABV Double IPA with Citra, Azacca, El Dorado, and Mandarina Bavaria hops, delivering tropical flavors and peach esters.
- — Maduro - 5.5% ABV Brown Ale with chocolate malt and flaked oats, featuring toffee, chocolate macaroon, and brown sugar flavors.
- — Cosmic Crown - 9% ABV Belgian-style Strong Golden Ale with Galaxy hops and Belgian yeast, showing pineapple, bubblegum, and black pepper.
How it sits with the food
Maduro's chocolate and toffee notes pair with smoked meats or barbecue, while the citrusy IPAs complement spicy dishes or grilled seafood. The brewery's food service is not documented, but the beers themselves offer versatile pairing potential.
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