Brewery
Unclaimed profileTailGate Brewery East Nashville
Nashville, TN · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
TailGate Brewery East is a serious beer destination, pouring 30 house-brewed drafts and housing the brewery's wild fermentation project. Core beers like the gold-medal TailGate Orange and crisp Lager Projekt anchor a lineup that also includes barrel-aged and wild ale series. House-made sweet teas and lemonade round out the program for non-beer drinkers.
- What should I order?
- Start with TailGate Orange, a gold medal American Wheat Ale, then move to Wizards' Order IPA for tropical hop character. Seek out taproom-only wild ales from the Brettanomyces program. For a lighter option, Lager Projekt is a clean Munich helles. If you skip beer, try the house-brewed sweet tea or lemonade.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the variety and the wild ale focus. Craft beer newcomers will find approachable options like TailGate Orange and the ciders. Non-alcoholic drinkers have house-made sweet tea and lemonade. The taproom's pizza kitchen makes it a fitting stop for groups with varied tastes.
- When should I go?
- Visit during taproom hours to catch the full draft list and any taproom-only wild ale releases. Evenings are good for a relaxed beer and pizza session. Check for special events or new tappings, as the wild fermentation program often yields limited offerings.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The East taproom is the home of TailGate's wild fermentation program, producing Brettanomyces-driven beers alongside a 30-line draft system. The brewery also runs Sweet Tea Co., crafting its own non-alcoholic beverages. This combination of wild ales and house-made sweet tea sets it apart from typical taprooms.
Beverage categories
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Beer
Impressive draft lineup of 30 house-brewed beers, including a gold medal American Wheat Ale and a rotating wild ale program. Core styles range from a Munich helles to a tropical IPA, with barrel-aged and Brettanomyces projects for adventurous drinkers.
Menu strengths
- — 30 draft lines at every taproom, offering a wide variety of house-brewed beers.
- — Award-winning portfolio, with TailGate Orange earning a gold medal.
- — Dedicated wild fermentation program using Brettanomyces in East.
Standout selections
- — TailGate Orange: American Wheat Ale with orange, 5% ABV, gold medal winner.
- — Lager Projekt: German-style Munich helles lager, 4.8% ABV, crisp and clean.
- — Wizards' Order IPA: Medium-bodied with tropical fruit flavors, 6% ABV.
- — TailGate Cider: Semi-sweet, made with 100% Washington apples, 4.5% ABV.
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Nonalcoholic
House-made non-alcoholic options from Sweet Tea Co., including sweet tea, peach tea, sunshine tea, and lemonade. These complement the beer program for designated drivers or those avoiding alcohol.
Menu strengths
- — Brewery produces its own sweet tea and lemonade under Sweet Tea Co.
Standout selections
- — Sweet Tea: House-brewed, a Southern staple.
- — Peach Tea: House-brewed with peach flavor.
- — Sunshine Tea: House-brewed, likely a lighter or citrus-infused option.
Pricing: Pricing information not available
How it sits with the food
The taproom features a full scratch pizza kitchen, which pairs naturally with the beer list. The bartender Flip received praise for helping with beer and food pairing. The crisp Lager Projekt would complement a simple cheese pizza, while the hoppy Wizards' Order IPA could stand up to a meaty topping.
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