Other Half Brewing (2024)

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  1. coquet

    coquet Zealot (662) Aug 31, 2014 Virginia
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    Well, somebody's got to do it (again)...

    Can't really improve upon my previous copy of @algebeeric_topology's previous guide, which itself was a copy of @Kanger's guide. I've copied last year's content below with some minor additions and edits. I'll also reiterate that for the Centre St location the nearest food option is right across the street at McDonald's. It may, or may not, be recommended, though.:slight_smile:

    Other Half Brewery http://www.otherhalfbrewing.com/

    BA Place Entry: https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/33510/

    Physical Locations:

    NYC Locations:

    Other Half Brooklyn:
    195 Centre St Brooklyn, NY 11231

    Closest Subway Station: Smith-9th St (F and G Train)
    Be sure to check http://web.mta.info/weekender.html for updates!

    Parking: The best bet for parking is usually on the other side of the Court Street, the other side of the expressway. Please don't park at McDonalds as they're known to tow.

    There are Citi Bikes at Smith/9th as well.

    Other Half Domino Park:
    34 River Street, NY 11249

    Closest Subway Stations: Marcy Ave (JMZ Trains), The new and improved Bedford stop! (L Train)
    Be sure to check http://web.mta.info/weekender.html for updates!

    Parking: There's street parking around but you it may take a while to find a spot.

    There are several Citi Bike stations nearby.

    You could also take the ferry to either the North Williamsburg or South Williamsburg stop.

    Other Half Rockefeller Center:
    600 5th Ave A2, New York, NY 10020

    Closest Subway Stations: Lots of 'em. Check a map!

    Parking: Good luck!

    Upstate New York Location:

    Other Half Finger Lakes:
    6621 State Rte 5 And 20, Bloomfield, NY 14469

    Closest Subway Stations: The subway probably isn't your best option for this location!

    Parking: In a lot!

    Non-New York Locations:

    Other Half Philadelphia:
    1002 Canal St, Philadelphia, PA 19123

    Other Half DC:
    1401 Okie St NE, Washington, DC 20002

    General Information:

    Current Tap List + Available Cans: https://otherhalfbrewing.com/location/taproom

    Growler Fills: Other Half uses a Counter Pressure fill system. This requires that all 32oz and 64oz growlers have a 1.125” standard threaded opening. See their website for more info or just chime in here as you're more likely to do.

    Other Half branded growlers require a $5 deposit. Growlers from other breweries are welcome but must follow those measurement guidelines. Not all beers are available for growler fills, please check the tap room menu board for details.

    Can and Bottles Sales: Cans and bottles are released nearly every day and are announced via Instagram. Cans and bottles may be purchased online the day you will be picking them up (or after hours the day before if we're being technical). It usually takes ~15 minutes for an online order to be available for pickup. Call when the vehicle transporting your beer is out front. Proxies allowed! Also walk up orders are allowed.

    Other Half delivers beer to NYC and surrounding areas over the week. Check Instagram for the delivery schedule and the available beers.

    Beer for shipping is available for customers in several states, including DC. Check the Other Half website for most current shipping information.

    Other Half Gear: https://store.otherhalfbrewing.com or swing by the taproom.

    Outside Beer:     Do not open bottles or cans in the Tap Room unless you have permission from the Other Half crew. Do not drink while waiting outside on line for releases. The sidewalk is NYC property and you can get a open container ticket. Tickets have been given out in Domino Park for drinking.

    Kids and Dogs: Yes both are permitted. In the case of dogs, be aware there are brewery cats that hang around.
     
    #1 coquet, Jan 2, 2024
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  2. fdonnelly

    fdonnelly Maven (1,303) Dec 14, 2016 New Jersey
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    I'll start.... predictions on the rest of the anniversary releases and specifically what we get with the 10th release?
     
    #2 fdonnelly, Jan 2, 2024
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  3. dleurf

    dleurf Zealot (609) Nov 17, 2018 New York
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    Not a prediction. Untappd showing HDHC Broccoli Kong releasing alongside 5th.

    I'm hoping for a stout aside from All 10th and Bananversary. Maybe a lager?

    Speaking of stouts, has anyone seen or tried Friyay (new collab with Cycle)?
     
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  4. fdonnelly

    fdonnelly Maven (1,303) Dec 14, 2016 New Jersey
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    Do love all things OH Broccoli. I am thinking we will see the often asked for DB Bananaversary, which I could honestly do with or without, if they do it and I can try a taster ill opt for that over however much the bottle would cost. I bought 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and OG Green Diamonds. Liked them all, haven't had an OG Green Diamonds yet. Will likely pass on 5th & 6th, I really enjoyed 7th so I will prob grab that, and 8th/9th TBD. Depending what else they release with each I may be more inclined to grab that.
     
    #4 fdonnelly, Jan 2, 2024
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  5. algebeeric_topology

    algebeeric_topology Pooh-Bah (2,052) Dec 30, 2014 Florida
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    Man, I love the OG Green Diamonds. One 4pk was definitely enough though. Also loved getting 1st anniversary, that was the very first OH beer I had when it was on tap at Pony Bar Hells Kitchen years ago. 4th Anniversary box arrives this week, can't wait to get into it!
     
    #5 algebeeric_topology, Jan 3, 2024
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  6. afroskully

    afroskully Savant (1,118) Aug 24, 2016 New York
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    Happy new year to one and all!

    I am taking a big beer break but i'll take this opportunity to chime in on my holiday beer consumption thoughts. 2nd anniversary was good not great... shouldve gotten the 3 instead! latest batch of space diamonds was just ok, but man the Nectar Diamonds was still tasting incredible at end of year. Hope that makes a return when I'm ready to resume large liquid alcohol-fueled carb bombs!

    cheers everyone... see you in a few months
     
    #6 afroskully, Jan 3, 2024
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  7. fdonnelly

    fdonnelly Maven (1,303) Dec 14, 2016 New Jersey
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    Going to crack an OG Green Diamonds tonight!
     
    #7 fdonnelly, Jan 3, 2024
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  8. Sheppard

    Sheppard Grand Pooh-Bah (3,516) Mar 16, 2013 Massachusetts
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    Predictions on anniversary beers before predictions on how long this thread is going to be? Wow, we've really lost touch here.
     
    #8 Sheppard, Jan 3, 2024
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  9. SpinSamzo

    SpinSamzo Maven (1,276) Mar 11, 2017 New York
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    Hoping we get DB Bananaversary

    Also anyone interested in doing a meet-up at Other Half for the 10th anniversary like we did last year?
     
    #9 SpinSamzo, Jan 4, 2024
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  10. algebeeric_topology

    algebeeric_topology Pooh-Bah (2,052) Dec 30, 2014 Florida
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    Sure :wink:
     
    #10 algebeeric_topology, Jan 4, 2024
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  11. fdonnelly

    fdonnelly Maven (1,303) Dec 14, 2016 New Jersey
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    Mark me down!
     
    #11 fdonnelly, Jan 4, 2024
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  12. Xerlic

    Xerlic Maven (1,398) Aug 26, 2016 New York
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    I'll go if you go.
     
    #12 Xerlic, Jan 4, 2024
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  13. Xerlic

    Xerlic Maven (1,398) Aug 26, 2016 New York
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    This thread is a shadow of the glory days.
     
    #13 Xerlic, Jan 4, 2024
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  14. fdonnelly

    fdonnelly Maven (1,303) Dec 14, 2016 New Jersey
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    I am going to put the O/U on total pages at 28.5
     
    #14 fdonnelly, Jan 4, 2024
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  15. algebeeric_topology

    algebeeric_topology Pooh-Bah (2,052) Dec 30, 2014 Florida
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    Happens to the best of us.
     
    #15 algebeeric_topology, Jan 4, 2024
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  16. Sheppard

    Sheppard Grand Pooh-Bah (3,516) Mar 16, 2013 Massachusetts
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    Maybe the Chicago guys can comment on this but one of the main topics on beer twitter was Other Half charging $16/pint at their Chicago taproom (which is in a music venue).
     
    #16 Sheppard, Jan 4, 2024
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  17. Xerlic

    Xerlic Maven (1,398) Aug 26, 2016 New York
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    There's an Other Half Chicago? Lol.
     
    #17 Xerlic, Jan 4, 2024
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  18. Xerlic

    Xerlic Maven (1,398) Aug 26, 2016 New York
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    Found the post. Here are the prices.

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    Something isn't adding up. For every single beer on the menu, the cost of the 16 oz pour is cost of 4 oz pour + cost of 12 oz pour + $2. In other words, if you want 16 oz of a particular beer, you save $2 by ordering a 12 oz pour and a taster. That makes zero sense since you get more waste that way.

    It feels like someone messed up the math on the 16 oz pricing or they just really don't want to pour pints.
     
    #18 Xerlic, Jan 4, 2024
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  19. William_Navidson

    William_Navidson Pooh-Bah (1,557) May 1, 2015 Pennsylvania
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    To be fair to OH, prices of craft beer is typically insane in any concert/event venue.
     
    #19 William_Navidson, Jan 4, 2024
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  20. SPRichard

    SPRichard Maven (1,296) Apr 26, 2008 New Jersey
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    $14 for a Non Alcoholic beer? Straight to jail
     
    #20 SPRichard, Jan 4, 2024
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