Brooklyn Brewery: winter warm up
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In the four years I lived in NYC I had never been to a brewery, including the more famous- Brooklyn Brewery. I had been meaning to cross it off my bucket list before moving, but I didn't get around to it. So on a winter trip to NY I went back to the list of things I missed and Brooklyn Brewery rose to the top.
This winter in NY was particularly long. When it is cold for months it can me tempting to stay indoors and avoid exploring. However, there is no excuse for a missed Saturdaze, the show must go on- rain or shine or sleet.
In preparation for my trip I looked into a few venues to check out.
- Brooklyn Bowl- Bowling/live music venue that has food and beer. This is fun at night when there is a live band so I wanted to hold off on this. It is actually very close to Brooklyn Brewery
- Brooklyn Boulders- Indoor rock climbing gym in Brooklyn (clearly). This popular place was booked weeks in advance so I did not get a chance to go. Don't worry indoor rock climbing will still happen on another Saturdaze, just you wait!
- Brooklyn Brewery- This clearly one the day. I had intended to make it in time for the tour, unfortunately I was late and there was a line outside to get in.
- Wythe hotel- Great views of the city from the roof. So I hear second hand through pictures.
Brooklyn Brewery ended up being the clear winner because it was easy to invite friends to catch up (lots of open space) and I didn't risk the weather. As I mentioned above it would have been great to go on a tour (and I have heard great things), so maybe next time. I have to say the venue was cool, although as expected it was loud and the lines were long. The tokens did help speed up the process.
I have to say it was good to be back in the BK!
Until next time. Stay tuned.