We all know that the manliest of men surely do enjoy cultivating their taste buds thought exposure to the vast array of tastes, flavours, textures and shapes available on God's good earth.
One area of free male expression is in his choice of beer. Of course, the popular beer brands are all watery piss, but fortunately, there are real men throughout the world who have taken a stand by creating brews as varied as the men who drink them.
I've create this thread as a safe space to celebrate craft beer, unique local specialties and the men who drink it.
Negative views on craft beer are absolutely welcome here! You may be wrong, but we value your input.
Here in Beijing, we have three strong contenders.
Great Leap Brewing
Early hutong location
This was the first microbrewery to enter the Beijing market. I've had fewer of their choices, but they have some very good beer on their menu.
They started as a small hutong bar with a courtyard, but now have expanded to a second larger location. The first location has been revamped. The image above is from several years ago.
New location
Slow Boat
If you sit at the bar, the staff will actually take the time to get to know you when they aren't busy
My favourite venue for craft beer. They only have a small hutong bar, but many restaurants carry their beer. They also are home to arguably the best burger in Beijing. Arguably.
JingA
Unique interior, lots of staff
Although food service has had it's difficulties, it has improved greatly. However, if you come for beer and are lucky enough to find a seat, you'll at least get that quickly. If you do risk ordering the food (it usually arrives eventually), you're in for a treat. The menu is short, but excellent. Offers one of Beijing's only Reuben sandwiches. Try arriving on a Monday night when it isn't completely packed full of people.
One area of free male expression is in his choice of beer. Of course, the popular beer brands are all watery piss, but fortunately, there are real men throughout the world who have taken a stand by creating brews as varied as the men who drink them.
I've create this thread as a safe space to celebrate craft beer, unique local specialties and the men who drink it.
Negative views on craft beer are absolutely welcome here! You may be wrong, but we value your input.
Here in Beijing, we have three strong contenders.
Great Leap Brewing
Early hutong location
This was the first microbrewery to enter the Beijing market. I've had fewer of their choices, but they have some very good beer on their menu.
They started as a small hutong bar with a courtyard, but now have expanded to a second larger location. The first location has been revamped. The image above is from several years ago.
New location
Slow Boat
If you sit at the bar, the staff will actually take the time to get to know you when they aren't busy
My favourite venue for craft beer. They only have a small hutong bar, but many restaurants carry their beer. They also are home to arguably the best burger in Beijing. Arguably.
JingA
Unique interior, lots of staff
Although food service has had it's difficulties, it has improved greatly. However, if you come for beer and are lucky enough to find a seat, you'll at least get that quickly. If you do risk ordering the food (it usually arrives eventually), you're in for a treat. The menu is short, but excellent. Offers one of Beijing's only Reuben sandwiches. Try arriving on a Monday night when it isn't completely packed full of people.
I'm the King of Beijing!