Restaurant
Unclaimed profileTrophy Brewing & Pizza
Raleigh, NC · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Trophy Brewing & Pizza runs a beverage program led by its own brewhouse, with a draft list that ranges from a slow-pour pilsner to a rosemary-lemon verbena tart saison. The wine list is compact but well-priced, with Italian and French bottles under $32. This is a beer-first destination with enough wine competence to cover a mixed table.
- What should I order?
- Start with Mort's Trophy Lager, a slow-pour pilsner that showcases classic technique. For something more adventurous, Earthly Remains, a tart saison with rosemary and lemon verbena, or Millions of Peaches, a saison with NC peaches. Wine drinkers can opt for the 2024 Mazzolino 'Camara' Chardonnay from Lombardy.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the range of house-brewed styles, from lagers to IPAs to saisons. The wine list, though small, offers approachable Italian and French picks at fair prices, making it suitable for mixed groups.
- When should I go?
- Anytime the draft list is rotating; the beer release calendar suggests frequent changes, so check for new offerings. The venue's multiple locations and founding in 2013 indicate a stable presence, but this review focuses on the beverage program.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wine by the glass runs $8–$10, bottles $24–$32. To-go beer packs are $10.99–$23.99. Draft prices are not listed, but the range is typical for a brewery.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The house-brewed draft list is the centerpiece, featuring creative saisons like Earthly Remains with rosemary and lemon verbena, and Blue Wibbon, a Belgian witbier with NC blackberries. The wine list is a compact but thoughtful counterpoint, with Italian and French selections priced reasonably. Founded in 2013 and expanded to five locations, Trophy has established a local brewing identity.
Beverage categories
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Wine
A concise Italian and French list with glass and bottle options. Highlights include a Loire red blend, Lombardy chardonnay, Friuli sauvignon blanc, and Prosecco. Pricing is fair, but the list is short and lacks depth.
Menu strengths
- — Includes varied Italian and French selections, from a Loire red blend to a Lombardy chardonnay and a Veneto prosecco.
- — Reasonable pricing, with most bottles under $30 and glasses under $10.
Standout selections
- — 2022 Chateau Quincay 'Trio Vinum' - Red blend from Loire, France, $8/$24.
- — 2024 Mazzolino 'Camara' Chardonnay - From Lombardy, Italy, $9/$27.
Pricing: Wine prices range from $8 to $10 per glass and $24 to $32 per bottle.
Beer
A robust draft list of house-brewed beers spans lagers, IPAs, saisons, and pilsners, with creative ingredients like NC peaches, blackberries, rosemary, and lemon verbena.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive draft list with many house-brewed styles, including lagers, IPAs, saisons, and pilsners.
- — Creative saisons and wits using local ingredients, such as NC peaches and blackberries.
Standout selections
- — Earthly Remains - Tart saison with rosemary and lemon verbena, 5% ABV.
- — Millions of Peaches - Saison with NC peaches, 6.2% ABV.
- — Mort's Trophy Lager - Slow pour pilsner, 4.9% ABV.
- — Blue Wibbon - Belgian witbier with NC blackberries.
Pricing: To-go beer prices range from $10.99 to $23.99 per pack.
Nonalcoholic
The category is present but lacks detail in the evidence.
How it sits with the food
The venue's name suggests pizza is on offer, though specific food-beverage pairings are not documented. The hoppy IPAs and crisp lagers are natural matches for pizza, while the tart saison could cut through rich toppings. Wine options like the Loire red blend offer a fruity, earthy complement to tomato-based dishes.
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