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Sidetrack Brewing Company
413 2nd St SW
Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102-3307
United States
(505) 288-6468 | map
sidetrackbrewing.net
Recent ratings and reviews.
Ratings by ONovoMexicano:
Reviewed by ONovoMexicano from New Mexico
3.88/5 rDev -3.7%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 3.75 | service: 4.25 | selection: 3.5
3.88/5 rDev -3.7%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 3.75 | service: 4.25 | selection: 3.5
Think it's been about 4-5 months for these guys and I feel their beers are tasting good right now, meaning they're clean, at the right carb levels, not showing off flavors and generally taste good. The question will be are they good enough? Packing enough flavor? Bold enough for Albuquerque drinkers? The flavors here lean towards mellow, understated and low-key and it will be interesting to see how that sits with Albuquerque drinkers.
Additionally, I think their current lineup is fairly blasé given Albuquerque's scene. Pale, IPA, wheat, brown and a red. Just like Marble, Bosque, La Cumbre, Quarter Celtic, Canteen, etc. Not sure how their lineup helps them separate from the crowd or attract return drinkers from outside of the neighborhood. The cask ales are one key distinction and that helps, but I think they'll need to find other ways to make waves.
The space itself is nice, clean, comfortable. A nice patio sits out back and will be pleasant in the warmer months.
I think these guys could survive if they could attract enough folks from their surrounding neighborhood and expand their lineup and style options.
I'll reiterate, the beers are good, just nothing I can't get at any other brewery or at the liquor store. That's risky for them.
May 02, 2016Additionally, I think their current lineup is fairly blasé given Albuquerque's scene. Pale, IPA, wheat, brown and a red. Just like Marble, Bosque, La Cumbre, Quarter Celtic, Canteen, etc. Not sure how their lineup helps them separate from the crowd or attract return drinkers from outside of the neighborhood. The cask ales are one key distinction and that helps, but I think they'll need to find other ways to make waves.
The space itself is nice, clean, comfortable. A nice patio sits out back and will be pleasant in the warmer months.
I think these guys could survive if they could attract enough folks from their surrounding neighborhood and expand their lineup and style options.
I'll reiterate, the beers are good, just nothing I can't get at any other brewery or at the liquor store. That's risky for them.
More User Ratings:
Reviewed by stevoj from Idaho
3.7/5 rDev -8.2%
vibe: 4 | quality: 3.5 | service: 3.75 | selection: 3.75
3.7/5 rDev -8.2%
vibe: 4 | quality: 3.5 | service: 3.75 | selection: 3.75
Stopped by a Monday night, expecting a sparse crowd. It was packed. pretty convenient to downtown. Tap list reflected a a nice variety of styles. Crowd thinned after dinner hour, and it was much more laid back. Great service, all around good quality of beer. Recommend.
Mar 21, 2023Reviewed by WillieThreebiers from Connecticut
4.28/5 rDev +6.2%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4
4.28/5 rDev +6.2%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4
Interesting little store front brewery in the downtown area. Small L-shaped bar to the left of the entry seats 10, with a few tables about the room and a small patio out back. A dozen beers on tap, I had the 2 IPAs which were very nice.
May 01, 2022Reviewed by 505_ubiquitous from New Mexico
4.58/5 rDev +13.6%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 5 | selection: 4
4.58/5 rDev +13.6%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 5 | selection: 4
Great micro brewery and tap room in downtown Albuquerque. Rail / Industrial vibe. One of the only breweries (of many within walking distance) that maintains two cask beers in addition to a variety of draft beers and a guest cider. Small batches that rotate often is the norm here, with a few stalwarts like the Dark Engine Stout and the Pub Ale. Almost always a couple of 80+ IBU IPAs on tap. English Ales, Tarts, and Wheat Beers usually make up the full compliment!
Mar 20, 2019
Sidetrack Brewing Company in Albuquerque, NM
Brewery rating:
3.52 out of
5 with
49 ratings
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