Brewery / taproom
Unclaimed profileHomage Brewing
Los Angeles, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Homage Brewing's beverage program is a study in contrast: a polished, natural-leaning wine list and playful wine-based cocktails sitting alongside a serious, well-regarded draft beer selection. The City Pop Jasmine Rice Lager anchors a beer menu that earns consistent praise, while the $15 Kalimotxo and Tinto de Verano offer a Spanish twist. House-made wine coolers and a solid non-alcoholic lineup round out a program that is both ambitious and approachable.
- What should I order?
- Start with the City Pop Jasmine Rice Lager, a light and crispy house lager that reviewers frequently cite as a favorite. For wine, try The Gift, a skin-contact blend from Sonoma. The Kalimotxo, made with red wine and Mexican Coke, is a playful cocktail choice. If you want something low-alcohol, the Sweet Spot wine cooler with strawberries is a refreshing option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the wide draft selection, from lagers to hazy IPAs. Natural wine fans will find interesting skin-contact and sparkling options. Those looking for a relaxed afternoon or a lively evening will both find something to like, given the venue's dual personality.
- When should I go?
- The venue transitions from a relaxed, family-friendly afternoon patio to a high-energy nighttime spot with DJs and a disco ball. Afternoons are ideal for a quiet beer or wine, while evenings offer a more vibrant atmosphere.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Draft beers are $5-$9 per glass, with non-alcoholic beers $6-$7. Cocktails are $15. Wine glasses range from $12-$14, bottles from $51-$60. Wine coolers are $10. To-go 4-packs are $10-$16, 6-packs $15.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The beverage program stands out for its dual focus on house-made beer and a natural wine list from Jumbo Time Wines, plus a trio of $15 wine-based cocktails and house-made wine coolers. The collaboration with Villa's Tacos on a Belgian Witbier adds local flavor, and the range of non-alcoholic options is more extensive than typical.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A small but focused cocktail list features two wine-based classics and one soju-based option. The Kalimotxo and Tinto de Verano offer a Spanish twist, while Midday Sunshine brings a floral, low-ABV alternative. All are uniformly priced at $15.
Menu strengths
- — Wine-based cocktails like Kalimotxo and Tinto de Verano are distinctive and culturally rooted.
- — Midday Sunshine offers a unique soju-based option with butterfly pea flower and lavender.
Standout selections
- — Kalimotxo – Classic Basque Country Cocktail with red wine and Mexican Coke, $15.
- — Midday Sunshine – Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade with lavender and soju, 8% ABV, $15.
Pricing: Cocktails are $15 each.
Wine
The wine program features natural wines from Jumbo Time Wines, including skin-contact, sparkling, red, and white options. House-made wine coolers add a playful, low-ABV dimension. Pricing is reasonable for the category.
Menu strengths
- — Curated selection from Jumbo Time Wines, known for natural and low-intervention bottles.
- — House-made wine coolers in three fruit-forward flavors at a friendly 8% ABV.
Standout selections
- — The Gift – Skin contact Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Blanc, Muscat, Pinot Gris, Sonoma, CA, $13 glass / $55 bottle.
- — Pet Nasty – Sparkling Grenache from Zabala Vineyard, CA, $14 glass / $60 bottle.
- — Sweet Spot – Wine cooler with Muscat, Zinfandel, Pinot Gris + whole strawberries, 8% ABV, $10.
Pricing: Wine glasses $12-$14; bottles $51-$60; wine coolers $10.
Beer
The beer program is the anchor, with a broad draft list spanning light lagers, hazy IPAs, dark lagers, and euro ales. The City Pop Jasmine Rice Lager is a standout, and collaborations like the Villa's Tacos Witbier add local flavor. To-go options extend the experience.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive draft list with categories for every palate, from light and crispy to dark and toasty.
- — House-made lagers and ales, including a popular Jasmine Rice Lager that reviewers consistently praise.
- — Collaborations with local spots like Villa's Tacos, plus guest taps from North Coast Brewing.
Standout selections
- — City Pop – Jasmine Rice Light Lager, 4.8% ABV, $5 / $8.
- — Money Trees – Hazy IPA with Galaxy Hops, 6.8% ABV, $6 / $9.
- — Dark Fantasy – Schwarzbier Style Dark Lager, 5% ABV, $5 / $8.
- — A Love of Your Own – Belgian Witbier with Orange Peel & Coriander, 5.5% ABV, $6 / $9.
Pricing: Draft beers $5-$9; to-go 4-packs $10-$16, 6-packs $15.
Nonalcoholic
A robust non-alcoholic program includes several Athletic Brewing beers, Heineken 0.0, and a range of sodas and sparkling water. The Mate, a sparkling caffeinated tea, adds a craft touch. Prices are reasonable.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple non-alcoholic beer options from Athletic Brewing and Heineken 0.0.
- — Inclusion of Mexican Coke and Sprite, plus a house-made Mate.
Standout selections
- — Free Wave – Non-Alcoholic Hazy IPA by Athletic Brewing, 0.5% ABV, $7.
- — Mate – Sparkling Caffeinated Tea with Lemon & Orange Zest Syrup, $6.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic beers $6-$7; soft drinks $3-$6; sparkling water $4/$9.
How it sits with the food
While the food menu isn't the focus here, the beverage program is well-suited to the bar food on offer. The City Pop lager's crispness would cut through the richness of the Homage Double Smash Burger, and the Masa Battered Wings could pair with a hazy IPA like Money Trees. The wine coolers, with their fruit character, could match lighter bites.
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