When We Went: July 24, 2020
Location: 290 Murphy Road, Hartford, CT 06114
Phantom Brewing is a brand spanking new brewery located in Hartford that Shannon and I visited right after it opened in July. While the taproom is new, the two guys that run the place have been in the craft beer business for awhile, but on the supply and education front. They started as Beer and Wine Maker’s Warehouse suppling aspiring breweries and teaching brewers how to make beer, wine, mead, kombucha, and more. Eventually they decided to start their own brewery, while still selling supplies. The taproom isn’t very big, but it still has that new space shine to it. In addition, they have a large mural showing Hartford from across the Connecticut River that was very well done.
Chris: I was glad to see another brewery come to Hartford after Hanging Hill shut down permanently because of the pandemic. Shannon and I made sure to check them out as soon as we could. The taproom is not very big, but they have high-tops and couches as well as outdoor seating. Their variety was pretty good for a place that just opened up. As it was still in the middle of summer, I made sure to get a wheat beer which had a nice raspberry taste and was quite refreshing. Maybe, once I have money, I will go back and take some homebrewing classes as that is something I have always wanted to do.
Shannon: I really love the idea of a brewery and a supply store all in one. It’s a really great concept! If we weren’t in the time of Coronavirus, I would have taken the time to look through the supply store because it seemed to have some really good quality equipment and ingredients. I have no doubt they sell and use the best stuff for their beers too! For my first trip to Phantom, I took a big swing and decided to get a flavor style of beer I don’t typically enjoy – fruity. Now, just because I didn’t totally love my beer, doesn’t mean it’s not good! On Untappd, their Raspberry Pi has an overall rating of 3.99. This brew is sweet, a little tart, and PACKED with raspberry. If you haven’t had a chance, head over to Phantom Brewing. It’s one of Hartford’s newest hidden gems.
Other cool stuff:
- Merchandise available!
- They sell craft brewing supplies
- Classes on how to homebrew!!
- Hot food and light snacks available
- Mug club
- Cans to-go
- Flights too!
What We Drank:
Shannon: Raspberry Pi (Blonde Ale) 6% – 2.5 out of 5
Chris: Secret Summer (Wheat Beer) 5.1% – 4 out of 5
Brewing Persuasion: 3.5 out of 5
Feeling persuaded yet?
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