Brewery / taproom
Unclaimed profileMighty Squirrel Taproom & Kitchen
Waltham, MA · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Mighty Squirrel's taproom pours a wide-ranging beer portfolio, from NE IPAs to sours and stouts. Core beers like Cloud Candy and Velvet Moon anchor the lineup, with the latter incorporating cold brew coffee from Atomic Coffee Roasters. Distribution across seven states signals a strong brand, though community feedback suggests occasional quality variance. With table service and breakfast hours, the taproom functions as a full-service destination for beer-focused patrons.
- What should I order?
- Start with Cloud Candy, a NE IPA with tropical aromas of papaya, mango, and star fruit. For a bigger hop hit, Cosmic Distortion, a double NE IPA dry-hopped with Galaxy and Mosaic. Velvet Moon, a milk stout with cocoa nibs and cold brew coffee, offers a richer contrast.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts seeking a broad style range, from hop-forward IPAs to sours and stouts. The taproom's kitchen and breakfast hours also suit those wanting a full meal alongside their pours.
- When should I go?
- Visit during breakfast hours for a unique taproom experience, or any time for a full beer lineup. The taproom's table service makes it suitable for a leisurely session.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Expect standard taproom pricing for a brewery of this scale.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A wide-ranging beer portfolio that includes a 'Dear' series of single-hop IPAs named after team members and friends. The Velvet Moon milk stout's use of Atomic Coffee Roasters' cold brew adds a local coffee collaboration. Distribution across seven states indicates a reach beyond the taproom.
Beverage categories
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Beer
Extensive portfolio covering NE IPAs, double IPAs, Berliner Weisse, milk stout, hefeweizen, witbier, sours, and imperial stouts. Core beers are well-defined, but community feedback is mixed on consistency.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse style range with multiple core beers and series.
Standout selections
- — Cloud Candy - NE IPA with tropical aromas of papaya, mango, and star fruit.
- — Cosmic Distortion - Double NE IPA double dry-hopped with Galaxy and Mosaic.
- — Velvet Moon - Milk stout with cocoa nibs and cold brew coffee from Atomic Coffee Roasters.
How it sits with the food
The kitchen's diverse menu, though not detailed, complements the beer-focused taproom.
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