We're lucky enough to have two world class breweries right here in Boston. With Harpoon and Samuel Adams both brewing beer in Boston since the late 1980's, it's high time to pay them a visit if you haven't had the opportunity yet (or even if you have before!).
There is a lot of fun to be had at both breweries. You'll learn the difference between lagers and ales, and other fun facts like the average American annually consumes 47.3 gallons of soda, 26.5 gallons of coffee, and 23.1 gallons of beer. Touring their facilities you can get a first hand look at how craft beer is made, witnessing the brewing process from start to finish, and even diving in and smelling the hops used.
Of course, what tour is complete without tasting the finished products. With over 20 different styles of beer available for tasting between the two of the breweries, there's plenty to keep you busy after the tour! Drink responsibly, of course!
• Samuel Adams Brewery
Tours and tastings occur on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from noon to 3 p.m., Fridays from noon to 5:30 p.m., and Saturdays between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., starting every half hour. Located at 30 Germania Street in Jamaica Plain.
• Harpoon Brewery
Monday thru Friday tastings at 4PM. Wednesday thru Friday offers a 2pm tour as well. Saturday starting at 11:30AM to 5PM (starting every half hour), Sunday starting at 12pm to 3pm (starting every half hour). Located at 306 Northern Ave in the Seaport District.
If you visit the breweries (or even if you don't), which is your favorite?
