Restaurant
Unclaimed profileWorld of Beer
West Hartford, CT · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
World of Beer leans on its namesake: hundreds of beers organized by region, draft and package, with flights and a proprietary Secret Llama collaboration line. The cocktail list adds creative signatures like Maple Old Fashioned and Lavender Matcha Lemonade next to $10 house drinks. Wine stays a supporting player with a handful of by-the-glass pours. A capable non-alcoholic section covers mocktails and zero-proof beer.
- What should I order?
- Order a build-your-own beer flight to navigate the regional draft and package list, then consider the Maple Old Fashioned, a WhistlePig rye and barrel-aged maple syrup cocktail that shows more ambition than the house old fashioned. The Founders KBS Iced Latte is a high-ABV draft worth seeking out.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer explorers who want breadth over rarity will find a deep, regionally organized list with flights. Cocktail drinkers who like creative riffs and clear price tiers will find value in the signature and house options. Wine-focused guests will find only a small selection.
- What should I expect to spend?
- House cocktails run $8–$10 and signature cocktails $12–$16. Drafts start at $5 for Yuengling and climb to $30 for Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA. Trinity Oaks wines are $8 a glass or $30 a bottle; mocktails run $5–$10.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The proprietary Secret Llama beer line, created through brewery collaborations, adds an exclusive layer to an already extensive world beer list. Regional organization of draft and packaged options helps navigate the scale, while the cocktail program pairs creative signatures with low-cost house standards.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu splits into affordable house drinks and creative signatures. Named pours include Maple Old Fashioned, Dragon Berry Cosmo, Lavender Matcha Lemonade, and Strawberry Margarita, with a range of spritzes, margaritas, and mojitos.
Menu strengths
- — List pairs $10 house margarita and old fashioned with $12–$16 signature cocktails, giving clear price tiers.
- — Signature recipes use named spirits and fresh components, such as WhistlePig rye in the Maple Old Fashioned.
Standout selections
- — Maple Old Fashioned — WhistlePig Piggyback 6 Year Rye, WhistlePig Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup, Angostura Bitters, $14.
- — Lavender Matcha Lemonade — Tito's Handmade Vodka with matcha, lavender syrup, fresh lemon, $12.
- — Strawberry Margarita — Patrón Reposado with strawberry pureé, pineapple juice, fresh lime, $16.
Pricing: House cocktails $10; signature cocktails $12–$16.
Wine
Wine is a modest category covering red, white, and sparkling/rosé. The list includes Trinity Oaks Red and White, La Marca Prosecco Rose, and Underwood Pinot Grigio, with Trinity Oaks available by the glass or bottle.
Menu strengths
- — Covers red, white, and sparkling/rosé categories.; Trinity Oaks red and white are offered at two serving sizes, glass and bottle.
Standout selections
- — Trinity Oaks Red — $8 glass / $30 bottle.
Pricing: Trinity Oaks red and white $8 glass / $30 bottle; La Marca Prosecco Rose $14; Underwood Pinot Grigio $12.
Beer
The beer list spans hundreds of options from around the world, organized by region, with draft and bottled/canned formats. Flights, including build-your-own, aid exploration. The proprietary Secret Llama line adds exclusive collaborations, and a recent customer account describes 40–50 taps.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive selection with regional organization across draft and package formats.
- — Beer flights, including build-your-own, make a large list approachable.
Standout selections
- — Founders KBS Iced Latte — 11% ABV American Blonde, draft, $11–$13.
- — Dogfish Head 120 Minute IPA — 18% ABV imperial IPA, 12oz, $30.
- — Chimay Premiere — Belgian Strong Ale, $20.; Yuengling Traditional Lager — draft, Pennsylvania, $5.
Pricing: Drafts and packages from $5 to $45; happy hour select drafts $4–$5.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options include three named mocktails and zero-proof beer. Flightless Dragon and No Sex on the Beach sit at $5, Just Righteous Margarita at $10, and Athletic Brewing Run Wild N/A is available.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple mocktail options at accessible price points.; Non-alcoholic beer included alongside the extensive beer list.
Standout selections
- — Flightless Dragon — fresh strawberries, agave, mint, lime, club soda, $5.
- — Athletic Brewing Run Wild N/A — non-alcoholic IPA, $6.50–$7.00.
Pricing: Mocktails $5–$10; Athletic Brewing Run Wild N/A $6.50–$7.00.
Spirits
Spirits function mainly as cocktail ingredients, with a range covering vodka, gin, rum, tequila, whiskey, and mezcal. A short shots list includes Baby Guinness, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, and Green Tea at $8 each.
Menu strengths
- — Wide spirit range supports a varied cocktail menu.
- — Named shot options are clearly priced at $8.
Standout selections
- — Baby Guinness — Cazadores Cafe & Baileys Irish Cream, $8.
- — Green Tea — Paddy's Old Irish Whiskey, Peach Schnapps, Sour Mix & Sprite, $8.
Pricing: Shots $8 each; happy hour select spirits $7.
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