Brewery
Unclaimed profileSaint Paul Brewing
Saint Paul, MN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Brewing runs a serious beverage program from a brewery base. House-brewed beers span English bitters to juicy IPAs, while cocktails lean on house-made ginger beer and syrups. A proprietary Lovejoy's bloody mix and a zero-proof hibiscus punch add range. Wine is minimal but functional, and the non-alcoholic list includes a brewer-made root beer with bite.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Swedish Mule for its house-made ginger beer and toasted coconut. The Honey Old Fashioned is a solid $15 classic. For beer, try the Chinwag ESB or the Space Pirate Juicy IPA. Pair with the Shammerol Spritz if you want a beertail.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the breadth of house styles, from lagers to porters to hazy IPAs. Cocktail drinkers will find a compact but considered list, and designated drivers have real options beyond soda.
- When should I go?
- Any time you want a brewery with more than beer. The QR code ordering and walk-up bar keep things efficient, so it works for a quick pint or a longer session.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Beers run $4 to $8 for 10oz pours; cocktails around $15. Wines are $10-$12, and non-alcoholic options are $3.50-$6. Crowlers are available for some beers.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The house-made ginger beer and syrups elevate the cocktail program beyond typical brewery fare. The proprietary Lovejoy's bloody mix is a signature, and the brewer's root beer is a point of pride. The beer list is deep and well-priced.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A compact cocktail list with a few house originals. The Swedish Mule uses house-made ginger beer and syrup, and the Bloody Mary features a proprietary Lovejoy's mix. Zero-proof options include a hibiscus punch.
Menu strengths
- — House-made ginger beer and syrups show craft; Proprietary Lovejoy's bloody mix adds a signature
Standout selections
- — Swedish Mule: Voliere vodka, Tattersall Toasted Coconut, house ginger-lime syrup, house ginger beer
- — Bloody Mary: Lovejoy's proprietary bloody mix made for Brewing
Pricing: Honey Old Fashioned $15.00; spirit pours $8.00/1.5oz
Wine
A small but serviceable wine list covering rosé, white, red, and sparkling. The local cider adds regional interest. Prices are moderate.
Standout selections
- — Iron & Sand Cabernet: $12, velvety with ripe red fruit
- — Milk & Honey Heirloom Cider: $8.50, semi-dry from 10 apple varieties
Pricing: Iron & Sand Cabernet $12.00; Layer Cake Pinot Noir $10.00; Milk & Honey Cider $8.50
Beer
An extensive house-brewed lineup spans English bitters, porters, wheat ales, lagers, and juicy IPAs. Beertails and hard seltzers add variety. Customers praise the selection as tremendous.
Menu strengths
- — Wide range of styles from ESB to hazy IPA
- — Beertails like Lovejoy's Bloody Beer and Shammerol Spritz
Standout selections
- — Chinwag: English ESB with UK malts and East Kent Golding hops
- — Space Pirate Juicy IPA: Citra & Mosaic hops, notes of papaya, peach, pineapple
- — Shamm's American Lager: tribute to classic American lager, $4/8oz
Pricing: Beers range from $4.00 for Hamm's Can to $8.00 for Peaches (10oz); Crowlers $12-$13
Nonalcoholic
A strong non-alcoholic program with craft sodas, N/A beers, and zero-proof cocktails. The house-made root beer is a brewer's pride, and the ginger beer is house-made.
Menu strengths
- — House-made root beer and ginger beer; N/A beer options from Athletic
Standout selections
- — House-Made Root Beer: 'Root beer with a bite!' 0% ABV
- — Martha's Punch: hibiscus punch with spices and orange
Pricing: N/A Athletic Hazy IPA $6.00; House-made root beer $3.50/8oz, $5.50/16oz; House-made ginger beer $5.50
Spirits
A straightforward spirits list supporting the cocktail program. Pours are uniformly priced at $8.00, with brands like Campo Bravo Platinum tequila and Voliere bourbon.
Standout selections
- — Campo Bravo Platinum tequila; Voliere Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pricing: 1.5 oz pours of rum, gin, tequila, vodka, whiskey at $8.00
How it sits with the food
Wood-fired pizzas, burgers, and shareables are on the food menu, so the house beers and cocktails have solid pairing partners. The Bloody Mary could stand up to a burger, while the Haze of Infatuation IPA would complement a pizza.
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