Brewery / taproom
Unclaimed profileStart Line Brewing Co
Hopkinton, MA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Start Line Brewing Co. Fields a committed house beer program, with IPAs, wheats, a lager, and a pilsner. The Hayden Rowe Pilsner gets a lukr faucet pour into a 19 oz stein, a nod to proper service. Beers come in 4-packs and crowlers for takeaway.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Hayden Rowe Pilsner from the lukr faucet; it's a crisp, traditional-style pilsner. For something hoppier, the Hop Load Citra IPA delivers grapefruit and lime. The Tortuga Mexican Lager offers a clean, toasty option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the range of styles, from juicy IPAs to a classic pilsner. Those looking for take-home options will find 4-packs and crowlers. The taproom's community praise makes it a safe bet for casual drinkers and craft connoisseurs alike.
- When should I go?
- Best for an afternoon or evening visit when you can enjoy a fresh pour from the lukr faucet. The taproom ambiance suits a relaxed stop, especially for runners and locals after a race or workout.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Pricing for on-premise pours is not specified, but 16oz 4-packs are available for takeaway; expect typical craft brewery pricing.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Hayden Rowe Pilsner's lukr faucet pour into a 19 oz stein is a distinctive touch, elevating a standard style. The lineup of house-made beers covers familiar ground but with execution that draws community praise for variety and quality.
Beverage categories
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Beer
A broad house lineup spans IPAs, wheats, a lager, and a pilsner, with the latter served via lukr faucet.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse range of house-made styles, from hazy IPAs to a Mexican lager.
- — Hayden Rowe Pilsner poured on a lukr faucet into a 19 oz stein, showing attention to proper serve.
Standout selections
- — Hop Load Hazy IPA: New England style with juicy, citrus, and mild floral notes.
- — Hop Load Citra IPA: American IPA with grapefruit, melon, and lime from Citra hops.
- — Hayden Rowe Pilsner: House pils, poured on lukr faucet into 19 oz stein.
- — Tortuga Mexican Lager: Crisp, straw-colored, toasty traditional lager.
Pricing: 16oz 4-packs available; specific prices not listed.
How it sits with the food
The food menu includes beer cheese, beer-battered onion rings, and BBQ dishes, which pair naturally with the malty sweetness of the Summer Wheat or the crispness of the Tortuga Lager.
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