When Shannon Went: August 14, 2020
Where: 1429 Race Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Taft’s Ale House has been pouring cold, fresh pints of beer in their renovated, three-story 1850’s church since they opened in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood in 2015. Over the last five years, they have racked up quiet the reputation winning several different Ohio food and brewing awards. In 2017, they opened a production facility/ second taproom 10 minutes north of their downtown location. Their second location, the Brewpourium, features 12 to 16 different craft beers, plus some appetizers and New Haven style pizza (which makes my Connecticut heart very happy). In 2019, Taft’s expanded even more when they opened another Brewpourium in Ohio’s capital, Columbus. Word around the taproom is that their third location is decorated in a funky 90’s space theme! And if you haven’t already noticed their logo, yes, that is 27th US President Howard Taft relaxing in a bathtub, sipping on a beer brewed by a business named in his honor.
Shannon: Since moving to Ohio I’ve had the chance to visit two out of the three Taft locations – the original taproom and their Brewpourium – Cincinnati location. Admittedly, I visited the Brewpourium first and was not so impressed. It’s exactly what it sells itself as, a production facility with 10 or so taps and some tables and chairs thrown around. After hearing a lot of great things about this brewery, I left thinking their beer was good but they didn’t have the wow-factor everyone said to expect. Then I went to their original location, and I have to admit, I was wrong. Taft’s Ale House’s original taproom is simply breathtaking. I’ve never been to a brewery in a renovated church before but something about the atmosphere was just indescribable. The downtown location has more seating, more beers on tap, and more food options. While I was there I tried their smoky, malty, yet subtly sweet, Cherrywood Amber Ale. I would drink this beer over and over again, no questions asked.
Other Cool Stuff:
- They have 3 locations – Taft’s Ale House, Taft’s Brewporium – Cincinnati, and Taft’s Brewporium – Columbus
- Known in Cincy for their delicious, award winning tri-tip steak!
- Tons of merch available online!
- Lots of different events going on at all 3 taprooms
- Food and cans-to-go available
What Shannon Drank:
Shannon: Cherrywood (Amber Red Ale) 6% – 4.5 out of 5
Shannon: Old Sport (Stout) 5.2% – 3.5 out of 5
Brewing Persuasion: 4 out of 5
Feeling persuaded yet?
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