Back East Brewing - Bloomfield

“About Damn Time” did not disappoint!! And sitting at just under 15% ABV it packs a punch!! Also- the Double Scoop is an easy drinker that hits the citrus notes perfectly! You guys need to head to Back East NOW! They boast the best tap list around and the staff is amazing. And Greg- we love you! Best beer tender ever!

BackEast NEVER disappoints. The only thing that might be better than their phenomenal tap list is the extraordinary service. The atmosphere is comfortable, friendly, and very chill. The tap list- always diverse and the beer is on point! Greg, Marcy and Kevin take care of customers as though their family. Being new to the area this has been a serious favorite that has become our go to spot.

Great beer, good food (food truck), helpful staff, dog friendly large space, lots of people.

Had the Pinapple Rak and it was amazing! The food truck that was there was a taco truck and they had an awesome selection of food that was really flavorful and the portions were well worth it!

The number of breweries in Connecticut is (mostly) growing, but since it opened about ten years ago, Back East has continuously improved and grown and is hands-down one of the best breweries in the state at this point. They opened a new taproom directly next to where their old space was. What was once small and kind of felt like a dentist's office waiting room is now spacious and bright and gorgeous. This also gives them more space to brew, which was very much needed given how much they've blown up since they released beers like Ice Cream Man. Speaking of which, they've also opened two checkouts: one for draft pours and one for can sales, because when they have a special release, the line can get pretty long for can sales. Onto the beers. They've got an extensive selection, and when I was there, I remember numerous IPAs (West Coast and NE), a few lagers, a Berlinerweisse, some stouts. Nice change from a lot of local breweries that are pretty much only IPAs at this point. Additionally, they've got some snacks but, but they also have a great food truck schedule when you're looking for something more substantial. Overall, definitely a brewery to check out in Connecticut, especially in the Hartford area. For sure try the Ice Cream Man as it's become what they're really known for, but everything I've ever had is delicious.