Brewery / taproom
Unclaimed profileHopstix
Chamblee, GA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Hopstix is a brewpub that leans into Asian-inspired brewing, with house beers like Yasuke (purple rice dark lager) and cocktails built around lychee, yuzu, and lemongrass. The beer list is the anchor, offering a flight for $14, while the cocktail menu is categorized by style. A compact wine list and a few local spirits round out the program.
- What should I order?
- Start with the beer flight to sample four house brews, including the flagship Kung Fu Hops hazy IPA. For cocktails, the Imperial Tea (whiskey, jasmine, yuzu) or the Easy Tiger (rye, ginger, citrus, lager) show the Asian influence. Pair with a pour of Yasuke black rice lager.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft beer enthusiasts seeking unique ingredients will find much to explore. Cocktail drinkers who appreciate Asian flavors like lychee and yuzu will also feel at home. The wine list is compact but offers recognizable varietals for those who prefer grapes.
- When should I go?
- Anytime, but the beer flight is ideal for a casual afternoon visit. The barrel-aged pours, like Ronin, suggest a slower evening session. Weekday visits may offer a more relaxed pace.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Beers run $7-$9 per glass, with a four-pour flight at $14. Cocktails are $15-$16. Wine by the glass is $10-$14, and spirits range from $7 to $25 per pour. Non-alcoholic drinks are $3.50-$5.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The brewing program uses ingredients like purple rice, jasmine rice, and coconut with bourbon-soaked oak, setting it apart from typical brewery fare. The cocktail list mirrors that creativity with Asian-centric flavors. A local focus appears in spirits, featuring Georgia distilleries like Murrell’s Row gin.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A short but creative list with Asian flavors like lychee, yuzu, and lemongrass. Categories help navigate. Priced fairly for the complexity.
Menu strengths
- — Creative ingredients and house-made elements; Clear categorization by flavor profile
Standout selections
- — Easy Tiger: rye, ginger, citrus, R&S lager
Pricing: $15-$16 per cocktail
Wine
A modest but competent list covering sparkling, white, rosé, and red. Includes a few regional highlights like a Willamette rosé.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse regions and varietals; Available by glass or bottle
Standout selections
- — Rosé, Chehalem, Willamette Valley; Cabernet, Babylonstoren, South Africa
Pricing: $10-$14 per glass, $40-$56 per bottle
Beer
An extensive house-brewed lineup with unique Asian-inspired ingredients. Flagship IPAs and lagers show range, and the flight is a good value.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive house-brewed list with unique ingredients; Beer flight allows tasting multiple brews
Standout selections
- — Kung Fu Hops: hazy IPA with Citra, El Dorado, Strata
- — Ronin: wee heavy with coconut and bourbon-soaked oak
Pricing: $7-$9 per glass, $14 for flight of four 4 oz
Nonalcoholic
Standard options like lemonade, sodas, and iced tea, plus a house banana cream soda. No dedicated mocktails, but the tea selection adds interest.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of options including house-made sodas; Hot Zen teas provide a calming alternative
Standout selections
- — Banana Cream Soda; Black Peach Iced Tea
Pricing: $3.50-$5
Spirits
A broad selection across agave, whiskey, scotch, vodka, gin, and rum. Highlights local Georgia distilleries, adding regional character.
Menu strengths
- — Local Georgia products featured; International selections include Japanese whiskey
Pricing: $7-$25 per pour
How it sits with the food
The menu is Asian-inspired, suggesting pairings like the jasmine rice lager with lighter dishes, or the fruited sour ale with spicy food. The cocktails, with yuzu and lemongrass, could complement the cuisine's citrus and herb notes. No specific food pairings are documented.
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