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Westmere beverage about 5 miles west of UAlbany down Western Ave. Great selection with a terrific crowler station. My go to spot for Singlecut. www.brew-crew.com

 

Can't start an Albany thread without mentioning "The Beer Belly:" always a killer tap list, and a great adjacent bottle shop

 

No outdoor space, but downtown The City Beer Hall is a cool place to grab a few pints.

 

Outdoor drinking space - http://www.wolffsbiergarten.com/albany-new-york/

 

City Beer Hall definitely has outdoor space. They've got a patio with aa pretty sweet view of the Corning Tower at night.

 

City Beer Hall has one of the best outdoor spaces in Albany. Do not skip it if that's your thing, but they only have a TV or two, however.

In Saratoga hit up Henry Street for beer. If cocktails and small plates are an interest don't miss Hamlet & Ghost. Whiskey selection at 9 Maple can't be beat. If you find yourself there late night go get drunk eats at Esperanto's, specifically a Doughboy. That whole area between Broadway, Caroline and Henry Street is all very walkable, I'm sure you'll have no problem finding something interesting.

 

They still do jazz at 9 Maple?

 

Haven't been this year but they were definitely still doing that last summer when I was last there.

 

Thanks, good to hear.

 

My bad on the mis-information. I've only been there during the winter, so I guess that explains it.

 

Common Roots IPAs are going to be the closest to that which is brewed in the area. NY in general keep an eye out for Peekskill, Grimm, Other Half, and Singlecut.

 

Great Flats just opened in Schenectady. Now, granted, I have not been, but will most likely stopover when I’m in the area (Albany, Rensselaer) again

 

This place is great. Beautiful space, tons of natural light, friendly people and the beer is really solid. Their cream ale is one of the most I-want-to-drink-seven-more-of-these-immediately beers I've had in years and their hoppy beers are very well done.

 

Visit the area frequently, so will definitely be stopping by soon

 

Any bottle shops nearby in downtown Albany that are in walking distance? I saw Pint Sized was close by. I'll be back in Albany on Saturday afternoon, so just might stop at Westmere then.