Brewery
Unclaimed profileUtepils Brewing
Minneapolis, MN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Utepils Brewing focuses on European-style beers, offering a wide range from pilsners and lagers to ales and seasonals. The taproom highlights include Ewald the Golden, a Bavarian Hefeweizen, and Hoppestokk, a hoppy lager. A distinctive VIPER MemBEERship program provides lifetime and monthly membership options. Customers praise the beer quality and selection, making it a solid destination for beer enthusiasts.
- What should I order?
- Start with Ewald the Golden, a Bavarian Hefeweizen with banana and clove aromas, or Helles, a malt-forward Munich Helles. For something hoppy, Hoppestokk offers bright fruit notes. Seasonal specialties like Loonar Eclipse, a Czech dark lager, are worth trying when available.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer lovers seeking European styles will find much to appreciate. The brewery's focus on traditional lagers and ales, plus a robust membership program, appeals to both casual drinkers and dedicated enthusiasts. Customers also appreciate the outdoor seating and the ability to bring their own food.
- When should I go?
- Evenings and weekends are lively, especially during events like the FIFA World Cup, which are shown on TVs. The outdoor area is popular in warm weather, offering shade and a social atmosphere.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Individual beer prices are not listed, but the VIPER MemBEERship offers lifetime options: $1,999 for a single and $3,400 for a couple. Monthly tiers include Fernweh (NA) at $9.99, Copper at $19.99, and Golden at $49.99.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- Utepils Brewing stands out for its European-style beer focus and the VIPER MemBEERship, a loyalty program with lifetime and monthly tiers that include perks and discounts. The brewery also distributes its beer to restaurants and bars, extending its reach beyond the taproom.
Beverage categories
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Beer
A wide range of European-style beers, including pilsners, lagers, ales, and seasonals. Specific highlights include a Bavarian Hefeweizen, Munich Helles, hoppy lager, Czech dark lager, and raspberry kolsch.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive variety of European styles, from traditional lagers to seasonal specialties.
- — Positive community feedback on beer quality and selection, with customers frequently highlighting the beer as a top feature.
- — Membership program offers perks and discounts, enhancing the beer experience for regulars.
Standout selections
- — Ewald the Golden: Bavarian Hefeweizen, 5.2% ABV, hazy golden with banana and clove aromas.
- — Helles: Munich Helles, 5.1% ABV, malt-forward with Hallertau hop bitterness.
- — Hoppestokk: Hoppy Lager, 5.6% ABV, bright fruit aromas of mango and stone fruit, crisp finish.
- — Loonar Eclipse: Czech Dark Lager, 5.1% ABV, first annual limited-edition Moment beer.
Pricing: VIPER MemBEERship: $1,999 lifetime single, $3,400 lifetime couple; monthly tiers $9.99-$49.99. Individual beer prices not listed.
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated non-alcoholic membership tier exists within the VIPER MemBEERship, offering a weekly NA beverage bonus. However, specific NA beverage options are not detailed.
Menu strengths
- — Offers a non-alcoholic membership tier, indicating attention to NA drinkers.
Pricing: Fernweh (NA) membership is $9.99/month.
How it sits with the food
No food menu is offered, but customers are allowed to bring their own food, making it easy to pair with the beers. The malt-forward Helles would complement grilled sausages, while the hoppy Hoppestokk could stand up to spicy dishes.
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