Brewery
Unclaimed profileMasthead Brewing Co.
Cleveland, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Masthead Brewing Co. Pairs a deep, rotating beer list with a cocktail program that reaches beyond brewery norms. Barrel-aged cocktails like the six-week-oaked Sazerac and a draft Old Fashioned show intent, while beers range from a 4.3% pilsner to a 14.6% Blanton's-barrel stout. Wine and non-alcoholic options are minimal but present.
- What should I order?
- Start with a beer flight to navigate the extensive list, then try the Barrel-Aged Sazerac for a cocktail that benefits from its oak aging. The seasonal margarita with Corazon Anejo is a worthwhile detour.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the diverse styles and to-go options. Cocktail curious visitors will find barrel-aged and draft cocktails, though the program is less proven than the beer.
- When should I go?
- Seasonal releases and rotating menus suggest frequent visits. Evenings are likely best for a full taproom experience, but no specific time is documented.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Beer pints start at $6, with premium bottles up to $25.99. Cocktails range from $11 to $17. Non-alcoholic beers are $5.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A brewery that invests in barrel-aging for both beer and cocktails, including a Sazerac aged in oak and a stout aged in Blanton's barrels. The draft Old Fashioned is an unusual crossover.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
A compact but ambitious list with barrel-aging and premium spirits. Classics like the Last Word sit alongside originals. The draft Old Fashioned and barrel-aged Sazerac are notable, though execution is unverified.
Menu strengths
- — Barrel-aged Sazerac aged six weeks in white oak
- — Use of premium spirits like Buffalo Trace and Corazon Tequila
Standout selections
- — Barrel-Aged Sazerac – George Dickel Rye, absinthe, Peychaud's bitters, aged six weeks
- — Old Fashioned on draft with Buffalo Trace Bourbon
- — Agave Collins with Corazon Single Barrel Anejo Tequila
Pricing: Cocktail prices range from $11 to $17.
Wine
A minimal list with one red, one white, and two sparklings. No prices or descriptions are documented. Adequate for a brewery, but not a focus.
Beer
An extensive, well-priced beer program with a wide style range, seasonal releases, and local collaborations. Community reviewers praise the selection and recommend flights. Multiple serving sizes and to-go options add value.
Menu strengths
- — Collaboration with Six Shooter Coffee for a coffee stout
Standout selections
- — Dead Drift – barleywine aged in bourbon and rye barrels
- — SUNKILLER 2024 – imperial stout aged in Blanton's barrels
- — Double Jalapeño Double IPA – 8.8% ABV with fresh jalapeños
- — Sleigh All Day IPA with Spruce Tips – seasonal red IPA
Pricing: Beer prices range from $6.00 for a pint to $25.99 for a 500ml bottle.
Nonalcoholic
A basic but functional selection: two NA beers and standard soft drinks. No mocktails or specialty NA options, but the NA beers provide a reasonable alternative.
Menu strengths
- — Includes two non-alcoholic beer options; Ginger beer available
Standout selections
- — Sam Adams Just The Haze NA
Pricing: Non-alcoholic beers are $5.00; soft drinks are $2.00; ginger beer is $3.25.
Spirits
No dedicated spirits menu, but a well-chosen backbar supports the cocktail program. Brands like Buffalo Trace, Corazon, and George Dickel indicate a quality-focused selection.
Menu strengths
- — Premium brands across categories; Includes applejack, a less common spirit
Standout selections
- — Corazon Single Barrel Anejo Tequila; George Dickel Rye Whiskey
How it sits with the food
No food menu is documented, but the beer list's range—from light pilsners to rich stouts—offers pairing flexibility with typical brewpub fare.
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