Alvarium Beer Company - New Britain, Connecticut

Aleksander M.

This review is a part of my quest of visiting all CT breweries. I've been to Alvarium before and my experience was consistently good.

The brewery is located in a separate building and has a big parking lot. The place is huge - it has a big indoor space, a smaller indoor private space and two patios. The brewery is decorated with beehive items. The food options are basic, but there are always food trucks on site.

I've tried all Alvarium beers - either on beer festivals, or during my brewery visits. And every time the beers were awesome. There is some style selection available - IPAs, Stouts, a lager, sours, hard seltzers. They also serve beer flights of 4 or 5 so you can try everything. The beers are not rotated often - the majority of the taplist was the same as the year before, but I believe they have a separate line for their experimental beers. I've enjoyed everything I tried during my visit. My favorites in the taproom were Camp Cluster (Imperial Stout) and "Pouring for the neighbors: Wicked Basic" (Spiced pumpkin beer), both have immensely rich and satisfying taste. But I also remember their limited editions of Clusternana (Imperial porter) and BABF Exclusive (Imperial Stout) which were beyond awesome.

I do recommend this brewery to anyone who loves a good beer.

Mike M.

Alvarium Brewery has quickly become one of our favorite spots! The moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a warm, friendly vibe that makes you feel right at home. The staff is incredibly welcoming, and their passion for great beer and great service shines through.

The beer? Absolutely delicious! Whether you're into hoppy IPAs, smooth stouts, or creative experimental brews, Alvarium has something for everyone. Every sip is a testament to their craft. We loved exploring the variety of flavors, and each one was better than the last.

The atmosphere is fun, inviting, and perfect for catching up with friends or just unwinding after a long day. It’s a place that encourages connection, laughter, and appreciation for the amazing things they’re brewing.

Alvarium Brewery isn’t just a brewery; it’s an experience. If you’re looking for delicious beer, a friendly team, and a fantastic vibe, this is the place to be. We can’t wait to go back and try more of what they have to offer!

Jose S.

Simply the most pet friendly place you'll ever visit. Beer is amazing and their food truck lineup is great. Try their Presh NEIPA beer... consistently great. They have a couple of wines as well which my wife loves. Staff is super friendly and polite. Ambiance is relax and welcoming.

Katey D.

Forever my favorite!! Love the drinks, the vibes & all the dogs 🐕

Carrie S.

We recently rented the B-Side room at Alvarium Brewery and it was such a great time! We celebrated John's (aka Grizz) retirement from Better Built Basements. The space accommodates a nice size party we had about 30-40 people. Taylor hosted the bar for us, she is amazing! Always happy! Taylor was very helpful with scheduling the party and set up. It was so easy and everyone had a great time- as always at Alvarium! Definitely check them out for your next party!

Owen J.

The team here really has a good thing going. They start with great beer- and surround it with a great atmosphere in which to enjoy it. I was super impressed with the entire operation. Definitely recommend for celebrating an occasion, like we did, or just a fun afternoon. Just don’t plan a short visit, because you won’t want to leave!

Brian B. G.

Had a good time on a Saturday evening. Not extremely busy. Ordered 2 flights to try. Plenty of seating. Outdoor and indoor. The staff was friendly. They allow dogs. Great atmosphere.

M L.

Cool brewery that is much bigger & busier than we expected, which is fantastic for them!! We weren't aware, until we walked in, that they allow dogs inside, as long as they behave (no barking etc). Would suck if you were allergic & just showed up like we did. They also had a bunch of board games you could play, which was fun.

They offer beer flights. There were a lot of sours on the menu if that's your thing. Had a sample of the Apple Cranberry Crumble Sour - was sour forward, but you could definitely taste the cranberry. Tasty, but couldn't see drinking a whole pint. Went with the Cremo Ale, which was, I would say, their mildest brew. It was not very memorable to the point I don't recall what it tasted like. My friend had the phresh, which is a NEIPA, which he liked enough to get a second. I wasn't crazy about the selections this time, but we will go back to try again.