Brewery / taproom
Unclaimed profileSour Cellars Barrel Room
Rancho Cucamonga, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Sour Cellars Barrel Room specializes in sour beers, with a 17-product lineup including Mops and Brooms and Lumber House. The wine shelf holds distinctive fruit wines like Pineapple Wine and Cherry Fruit Wine, alongside Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon. Guests also note non-alcoholic options. A focused, quirky beverage program for sour enthusiasts.
- What should I order?
- Start with Mops and Brooms 750ML, a 6.2% sour beer from $24. For wine, Pineapple Wine 375ML ($25), aged with amburana wood, or Cherry Fruit Wine 375ML ($25) with Lithuanian sour cherries. The Clock Stopped Combo offers three 750ML bottles for $50.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Sour beer devotees will appreciate the extensive selection. Wine drinkers curious about fruit-forward, barrel-aged offerings will find something unique. Those seeking non-alcoholic options may find limited but available choices.
- When should I go?
- Best for a casual visit when exploring the taproom and bottle shop. The venue's focus on sour beers makes it an ideal stop for beer enthusiasts any time of day.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Sour beers range from $18 to $50 for combo packs; wines are $25 to $35 for 375ML to 750ML bottles. Seltzers are $22 for a 4-pack.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The barrel room concept is evident in the pineapple wine aged with amburana wood and the cherry fruit wine from Lithuanian sour cherries. The sour beer lineup is comprehensive, with 17 products and a dedicated non-sour seltzer option.
Beverage categories
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Wine
A compact wine list with traditional varietals and unique fruit wines. Pineapple Wine and Cherry Fruit Wine stand out, but limited descriptions for other bottles leave some unknowns.
Menu strengths
- — Distinctive fruit wines with specific production details.; Reasonable pricing for 375ML bottles.
Standout selections
- — Pineapple Wine 375ML - pressed pineapple juice, oak and amburana wood aged, $25.
- — Cherry Fruit Wine 375ml - Lithuanian sour cherries, ABV 12.7%, cherry, cinnamon, clove, $25.
Pricing: Pineapple Wine 375ML $25.00, Cherry Fruit Wine 375ml $25.00, Zinfandel 2023 750ML $35.00.
Beer
A deep sour beer program with 17 products, ranging from single bottles to combo packs. Non-sour seltzers add variety. Prices are competitive for the format.
Menu strengths
- — Combo packs offer value for trying multiple sours.
Standout selections
- — Mops and Brooms 750ML 6.2% - a sour beer, from $24.
- — Lumber House 500ML - a sour beer, from $18.
- — Clock Stopped Combo 3 BTLS 750ML - three sour beers, $50.
Pricing: Mops and Brooms 750ML from $24.00; Lumber House 500ML from $18.00; Clock Stopped Combo 3 BTLS 750ML $50.00.
Nonalcoholic
The program exists but lacks verifiable details.
Menu strengths
- — Non-alcoholic options are available according to guest feedback.
How it sits with the food
The sour beers and fruit wines can stand up to bold flavors. The cherry fruit wine's cinnamon and clove notes might complement grilled meats or aged cheeses. The pineapple wine's oak character could pair with spicy dishes or tropical fruit desserts.
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