Restaurant
Unclaimed profileRockwell Beer Garden
St. Louis, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Rockwell Beer Garden's beverage program is anchored by a rotating craft beer list, with core pours like Passing Clouds, Stand-By, and Crisp Chinos. A GABF Gold-winning Baltic Porter has drawn praise from customers. Cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic options exist, but the beer is the draw.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Baltic Porter that earned GABF Gold, then explore the weekly rotating taps. Core beers include Passing Clouds, a citrusy witbier, and Crisp Chinos, a jasmine rice lager. On Mondays, the $8 Draft Marg is the cocktail deal.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will find the most to appreciate, especially those seeking award-winning and rotating craft brews. The presence of non-alcoholic options and a draft margarita special broadens the appeal to groups with varied tastes.
- When should I go?
- Marg Mondays feature the $8 Draft Marg. Trivia Tuesdays and a Thursday Farmer's Market add regular weekly events.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Core beers are $10 each, with $2 off during Hoppy Hour. Draft margaritas are $8 on Marg Mondays, and wine is $7 during Hoppy Hour.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The venue is a craft brewery beer garden with a weekly rotating tap list and a GABF Gold-winning Baltic Porter. Coffee from Goshen roasters is served by day, adding a non-alcoholic angle. The beer program is the centerpiece, with cocktails and wine as supporting players.
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
Craft cocktails are mentioned but only one specific offering is documented: a Draft Marg at $8 on Marg Mondays. No detailed cocktail menu was found, so the program appears limited in scope.
Menu strengths
- — Craft cocktails are explicitly offered, indicating a spirits-based program.
Standout selections
- — Draft Marg: margarita on draft, $8 on Marg Mondays.
Pricing: Draft margarita $8 on Marg Mondays
Wine
Wine selections are available, with a specific price point during Hoppy Hour. No varietals or wine list details are documented, so the program is present but not deeply characterized.
Menu strengths
- — Wine is available and promoted during Hoppy Hour at $7.
Beer
The beer program is the core strength: a craft brewery with weekly rotating taps, core offerings like Passing Clouds, Stand-By, and Crisp Chinos, and a GABF Gold-winning Baltic Porter.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated craft brewery with a rotating beer list.
Standout selections
- — Passing Clouds: Belgian-Style Witbier with citrus, sweet wheat, and pepper notes.
- — Stand-By: Hoppy Pilsner with lemon, fresh herbs, and black pepper notes.
- — Crisp Chinos: Jasmine Rice Lager with lime, cracker, flowers, and herbs notes.
- — Baltic Porter: GABF Gold award winner praised by customers.
Pricing: Core beers $10 each; $2 off drafts during Hoppy Hour
Nonalcoholic
The venue explicitly mentions plenty of non-alcoholic options, indicating a thoughtful approach to N/A beverages. Specific items are not documented, but the commitment to variety is a positive sign.
Spirits
Craft cocktails imply a spirits program, but no specific spirits list or brand information is available. The evidence is thin, suggesting a basic bar program rather than a dedicated spirits showcase.
Menu strengths
- — Presence of craft cocktails indicates a spirits inventory.
How it sits with the food
Beer pairs with tavern-style pizza on the menu. The hoppy Stand-By pilsner could cut through pizza's richness, while the crisp jasmine rice lager might complement lighter toppings.
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