Launched as New England’s original Belgian-style brewery, Allagash Brewing Company developed into one of the industry’s most well-respected brands, boasting a delicious variety of traditional experimental Belgian-style brews and a unique facility close to downtown Portland.
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Though the brewery offers tours, typically lasting around an hour and including a guided tasting for four beers, we didn’t have time and also didn’t make a reservation in advance when we visited the brewery. Those interested in touring the facility can check the scheduling link online for availability and purchase free tickets.
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Instead, we checked out the retail store for a tasting involving four three-ounce samples of rotating beers. To our delight, the tasting was free of charge and involved no wait time. We found two open seats at the bar in a room packed with brew enthusiasts from around the world and started our sampling straight from the source. In addition to the popular White, we tried Confluence, a delicious American wild ale; Fluxus, a tasty Belgian blonde; Moira, a citrusy-smelling Belgian IPA with mocha flavors; and House Beer, a Belgian pale ale.
After thoroughly enjoying both the brews and the laidback and welcoming atmosphere, we checked out all the unique souvenirs, including a great selection of bottle-conditioned beers, and headed to downtown Portland for dinner, located only a short 15-minute drive away.
Allagash Brewing Company
50 Industrial Way
Portland, ME 04103
tel 207 878 5385
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