Brewery / taproom
Unclaimed profileWissahickon Brewing Company - East Falls
Philadelphia, PA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Wissahickon Brewing Company - East Falls runs a family-owned brewery with a deep house beer list, from a New Zealand-Style Pilsner to a World Beer Cup Bronze Medal-winning Double IPA. The cocktail menu leans on tequila, vodka, bourbon, and gin, with creative touches like lavender and guava. Non-alcoholic drinkers get kombucha, iced tea, and zero-proof cocktails. A beer garden and private events round out the taproom.
- What should I order?
- Start with the 2022 World Beer Cup Bronze Medal-winning Double IPA, dry hopped with Citra and Simcoe. For contrast, try the New Zealand-Style Pilsner with Nectaron hops. If cocktails are more your speed, the Spicy Margarita with Bird Gang Habanero Tequila or the Lavender Lemon Drop with Stateside Vodka are solid picks.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the breadth of styles, especially those seeking a well-crafted Double IPA. Cocktail fans will find creative options, and non-alcoholic drinkers are not left out with kombucha and mocktails. The dog-friendly and family-owned vibe suits casual groups.
- When should I go?
- The beer garden makes it a good spot for a pleasant afternoon or evening, and private events are available for larger gatherings.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The brewery's own beer program is the anchor, with a World Beer Cup Bronze Medal for its Double IPA. The cocktail menu is notably creative, using house-made syrups and specialty spirits like Bird Gang Habanero Tequila. Family-owned and dog-friendly, it offers a broad beverage range under one roof.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Cocktail list spans tequila, vodka, bourbon, and gin, with creative ingredients like habanero, lavender, and guava. Includes a Strawberry Margarita, Spicy Margarita, Old Fashioned with maple syrup, and Lavender Lemon Drop. No execution or pricing details available.
Menu strengths
- — Uses a variety of spirits (tequila, vodka, bourbon, gin, rum).
Standout selections
- — Spicy Margarita with Bird Gang Habanero Tequila, lime, and simple syrup.
- — Old Fashioned with Kinsey Bourbon, Angostura Bitters, and maple syrup.
- — Lavender Lemon Drop with Stateside Vodka and lavender simple.
Beer
Extensive house-brewed beer list covering pilsners, lagers, IPAs, sours, and more. Double IPA won a 2022 World Beer Cup Bronze Medal. Variety and award recognition make this a standout program.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety of beer styles, from pilsners to sours.
- — Award-winning Double IPA (2022 World Beer Cup Bronze).
Standout selections
- — Double IPA - dry hopped with Citra & Simcoe, 2022 World Beer Cup Bronze Medal winner.
- — New Zealand-Style Pilsner - dry hopped with Nectaron, dank and tropical aromas.
- — Coffee Beer - brewed with local light roast coffee from Raker roaster.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options include iced tea, 13 oz draft kombucha, and several mocktails with flavors like pineapple, lavender, and guava. A solid selection for designated drivers and non-drinkers.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple non-alcoholic cocktail options.; Includes kombucha and iced tea.
Standout selections
- — Pineapple & Lime with mint and club soda.
- — Lavender Simple, lemon juice, and club soda.
Spirits
Spirits program is defined by cocktail ingredients: tequila, vodka, bourbon, gin, and rum. No dedicated spirits list, but the range supports a creative cocktail menu.
Menu strengths
- — Range of spirits including tequila, vodka, bourbon, gin, and rum.
Standout selections
- — Bird Gang Habanero Tequila used in Spicy Margarita.
- — Kinsey Bourbon used in Old Fashioned.
How it sits with the food
The beer list's range—from crisp pilsners to hoppy IPAs—suggests pairings with pub fare, but no specific food menu was documented. The Coffee Beer, brewed with local Raker roast, could complement desserts or barbecue.
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