Brewery / taproom
Unclaimed profileRockwell Brewery
Frederick, MD · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Rockwell Brewery pairs an award-winning house beer list with a newly expanded cocktail and wine program. The beer side is the clear draw: B.I.G. Juicy, voted the best, anchors a tap list that spans stouts, sours, IPAs, and gluten-reduced options. Cocktails are straightforward classics with a spicy margarita that customers praise.
- What should I order?
- Start with B.I.G. Juicy, the hazy NEIPA voted 2021 Best Beer in. It is loaded with Mosaic, Citra, and Mandarina Bavaria hops. For something darker, Bitchin' Camaro milk stout delivers chocolate and coffee notes.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the range of house styles, from low-ABV lagers to barrel-aged stouts. The cocktail list offers familiar classics for those who prefer spirits.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- Rockwell Brewery Riverside claims the largest taproom in with 20 taps for specialty brews. The house list includes an award-winning IPA and a range of styles from gluten-reduced to non-alcoholic.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu lists eight classics and specialties, including two Crush variations, margaritas, an Espresso Martini, a Mojito, an Old Fashioned, and a Mimosa.
Menu strengths
- — A broad list of recognizable cocktails at accessible prices.
- — The Spicy Margarita has earned specific customer praise as the best in ages.
Standout selections
- — Spicy Margarita – tequila, triple sec, lime, jalapeno, Tajin rim.
- — Old Fashioned – bourbon, Angostura bitters, brown sugar.
Pricing: $9-$13
Wine
The wine list is minimal, offering red and white options at a flat $9 per glass. No specific varietals or producers are named, so the selection is best approached as a simple complement to the beer program.
Menu strengths
- — A flat $9 price for any glass keeps the wine option low-commitment.
Standout selections
- — Official cocktail and wine menu lists red and white wine options.
Pricing: $9/glass
Beer
The house beer list is extensive, spanning stouts, sours, IPAs, lagers, and a seltzer. B.I.G. Juicy was voted 2021 Best Beer in and the Riverside taproom pours 20 specialty brews. Customers specifically recommend Bitchin' Camaro, Simple Life, and Cherry Pie.
Menu strengths
- — Award-winning flagship IPA with named hops.; Wide stylistic range from low-ABV lager to barrel-aged stout.
Standout selections
- — B.I.G. Juicy – hazy NEIPA voted 2021 Best Beer in.
- — Bitchin' Camaro – flagship milk stout with chocolate and coffee notes.
- — Simple Life – low-ABV West Coast IPA, a lighter option.
Spirits
Liquor service is now available, expanding the beverage options.; Spirits are integrated into a variety of cocktails, including vodka, tequila, rum, and bourbon bases.
Menu strengths
- — Liquor service is now available, expanding the beverage options.
- — Spirits are integrated into a variety of cocktails, including vodka, tequila, rum, and bourbon bases.
Standout selections
- — Spirits are used in a variety of cocktails on the official menu.
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