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Wow, a brewery randomly on the side of a mountain... and you can ride your bike right up to it. This place is rad, prices are more then fair, and the beer is nice and cold. I'll probably stop back by on my way out and get something from the swag shack and the little food spot. This whole place has been amazing.
When you pull into the long driveway of this quaint brew pup, your blood pressure immediately drops and calmness comes about your being. Nestled back into the woods sits a brewing building with a beer bar. They have rotating suds (6-7) on the taps, including some not-so-traditional options like hard rootbeer and hard ginger beer plus some non-alcoholic options too. The seating is all outdoors. They have bags of popcorn for snacks at the bar (for purchase) There is also an on-site food truck. They offer up good food at California prices but quite tasty I'd say. The Fish tacos from the food truck were incredible. I saw an order of the loaded twisty fries come out with pulled pork that smelled absolutely amazing! Outside they have occasional live music, grills to make your own meals and plenty of seating. There's also some hiking trails to explore and a disc golf course. Really cool place to have a cold beer and let the everyday stress melt away while sipping it in the gentle woods. Oh, and very dog friendly too.
This is my favorite brewery! Good beer in the forest is the best. It feels like you're getting to hang out at a good friend's property. Everyone is so friendly and they have a variety of beers that will satisfy any palette. They also have a variety of mocktails as well! I love that they serve their beer in reusable glasses instead of plastic like a lot of other places. My current favorite is the summer shandy. The Meyer lemon is so bright, refreshing and perfect for summer. The sour is also a refreshing summer sipper. They provide all sorts of games like corn hole, ping pong, and disc golf! I also love that they now have a food truck on the property for if you get hungry. I think the only improvement would be if they had some sort of misters or a sun shade for when it's triple digits in the summer. Overall a wonderful place!
This place is a nice oasis of fine beers located in a forested area of Plumas. It's quite a long drive from Sacramento to get here, but it's definitely worth a visit if you find yourself in the area. During the summer, the tiny food trailer parked to the side becomes the Ricochet Cafe. There's a swag shack with all the usual microbrewery swag, and more. (I laughed at the special knitted glove for holding a cold glass in very cold temperatures.) The Belgian Tripel ale was quite a nice discovery for my taste buds. Bursting with flavor, it hit the spot after the wintry long drive. There were a lot of nice outdoor sitting areas. However, it being winter, the tables that were near the new fire pit were more popular. The Brewing Lair is well worth a visit.
The Brewing Lair is a fun outdoor hang out and brewery nestled off CA-70. They host a regular rotation of ales and IPA (tending on the hoppy side mostly but I'd really enjoy seeing some experimentation). The barkeeps are pretty chill and perhaps most impressive are the wares in the gift hut like the handmade growlers and mugs. Awesome items for the trip home! There's a good amount of outdoor space perfect for a warm afternoon in the sun or shade. An open grassy area is complimented with a music stage frequently hosting a range of talent from across the West Coast. They have disc golf course surrounding the grounds though it can be challenging to locate through the bushes.
Stop by here the Saturday of Father's Day weekend. They had a food truck, which was a plus for a brewery. As well as multiple lawns areas with chairs, tables and benches on patios, lawn games, and even ping-pong. Loved the multigenerational atmosphere! I totally enjoyed the ginger beer, as the rest of my crew had IPAs. They also had some very creative nonalcoholic bevies, as well as flavored popcorn! Being a popcorn addict, I picked up a bag of the rosemary... It was delicious!
This is an awesome spot tucked away in the forest off of Highway 70 near Portola/ Blairsden. They have a ton of great outdoor space and do all of their brewing in a cool building on site. They also have a disc golf course and activities like hula hoops for the kids and ping pong tables. I had the Trail of Tastes which is a flight of all 6 beers they make plus I grabbed the ginger beer and we tried the shandy. I went back and forth on five stars vs four. I only decided 4 stars because all of the beers lean on the hoppy side. Even as an avid IPA drinker, they were a bit hoppy for me. I wish there was a wider variety of beers. The sour was fantastic! Best beer by far! The NA menu here is also pretty decent. If you are in this area, I would recommend checking out the Brewing Lair.
Wow! This place is awesome! Great beer and they have a non alcoholic option as well! We had an amazing time enjoying their spacious area. Their merchandise is made local and pretty cool. We came on a Wednesday so there wasn't a food truck but I believe most days there is. If you're in the area don't miss this brewery!
I came with some friends for Loud! At the Lair on a beautiful late summer afternoon. The bands were underway when we arrived and even though it was pretty full, I was still able to get some parking in the overflow lot. A short walk through a trail led me to the event space. After the drive from Reno, I was ready for a frosty beverage. I amused to going to beer gardens and bars but having to settle for drinks that are gluten-free. Sometimes it's a cocktail or maybe a seltzer or cider. To my surprise, all of the beers are GF! I had a Blonde Ale, a Shandy, and a Lager. It has been YEARS since I have been able to have a beer at a brewery. I had a great time with friends enjoying brews and music at a beautiful venue in the forest. read more
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4 months ago
Wow, a brewery randomly on the side of a mountain... and you can ride your bike right up to it. This place is rad, prices are more then fair, and the beer is nice and cold. I'll probably stop back by on my way out and get something from the swag shack and the little food spot. This whole place has been amazing. read more
When you pull into the long driveway of this quaint brew pup, your blood pressure immediately drops and calmness comes about your being. Nestled back into the woods sits a brewing building with a beer bar. They have rotating suds (6-7) on the taps, including some not-so-traditional options like hard rootbeer and hard ginger beer plus some non-alcoholic options too. The seating is all outdoors. They have bags of popcorn for snacks at the bar (for purchase) There is also an on-site food truck. They offer up good food at California prices but quite tasty I'd say. The Fish tacos from the food truck were incredible. I saw an order of the loaded twisty fries come out with pulled pork that smelled absolutely amazing! Outside they have occasional live music, grills to make your own meals and plenty of seating. There's also some hiking trails to explore and a disc golf course. Really cool place to have a cold beer and let the everyday stress melt away while sipping it in the gentle woods. Oh, and very dog friendly too. read more
2 years ago
This is my favorite brewery! Good beer in the forest is the best. It feels like you're getting to hang out at a good friend's property. Everyone is so friendly and they have a variety of beers that will satisfy any palette. They also have a variety of mocktails as well! I love that they serve their beer in reusable glasses instead of plastic like a lot of other places. My current favorite is the summer shandy. The Meyer lemon is so bright, refreshing and perfect for summer. The sour is also a refreshing summer sipper. They provide all sorts of games like corn hole, ping pong, and disc golf! I also love that they now have a food truck on the property for if you get hungry. I think the only improvement would be if they had some sort of misters or a sun shade for when it's triple digits in the summer. Overall a wonderful place! read more
3 months ago
3 years ago
This place is a nice oasis of fine beers located in a forested area of Plumas. It's quite a long drive from Sacramento to get here, but it's definitely worth a visit if you find yourself in the area. During the summer, the tiny food trailer parked to the side becomes the Ricochet Cafe. There's a swag shack with all the usual microbrewery swag, and more. (I laughed at the special knitted glove for holding a cold glass in very cold temperatures.) The Belgian Tripel ale was quite a nice discovery for my taste buds. Bursting with flavor, it hit the spot after the wintry long drive. There were a lot of nice outdoor sitting areas. However, it being winter, the tables that were near the new fire pit were more popular. The Brewing Lair is well worth a visit. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
The Brewing Lair is a fun outdoor hang out and brewery nestled off CA-70. They host a regular rotation of ales and IPA (tending on the hoppy side mostly but I'd really enjoy seeing some experimentation). The barkeeps are pretty chill and perhaps most impressive are the wares in the gift hut like the handmade growlers and mugs. Awesome items for the trip home! There's a good amount of outdoor space perfect for a warm afternoon in the sun or shade. An open grassy area is complimented with a music stage frequently hosting a range of talent from across the West Coast. They have disc golf course surrounding the grounds though it can be challenging to locate through the bushes. read more
Stop by here the Saturday of Father's Day weekend. They had a food truck, which was a plus for a brewery. As well as multiple lawns areas with chairs, tables and benches on patios, lawn games, and even ping-pong. Loved the multigenerational atmosphere! I totally enjoyed the ginger beer, as the rest of my crew had IPAs. They also had some very creative nonalcoholic bevies, as well as flavored popcorn! Being a popcorn addict, I picked up a bag of the rosemary... It was delicious! read more
1 year ago
This is an awesome spot tucked away in the forest off of Highway 70 near Portola/ Blairsden. They have a ton of great outdoor space and do all of their brewing in a cool building on site. They also have a disc golf course and activities like hula hoops for the kids and ping pong tables. I had the Trail of Tastes which is a flight of all 6 beers they make plus I grabbed the ginger beer and we tried the shandy. I went back and forth on five stars vs four. I only decided 4 stars because all of the beers lean on the hoppy side. Even as an avid IPA drinker, they were a bit hoppy for me. I wish there was a wider variety of beers. The sour was fantastic! Best beer by far! The NA menu here is also pretty decent. If you are in this area, I would recommend checking out the Brewing Lair. read more
2 years ago
Wow! This place is awesome! Great beer and they have a non alcoholic option as well! We had an amazing time enjoying their spacious area. Their merchandise is made local and pretty cool. We came on a Wednesday so there wasn't a food truck but I believe most days there is. If you're in the area don't miss this brewery! read more
Needing to have a brew after driving for an hour from Reno on a warm summer day, we decided to drop by after ordering some food from the nearby Ricochet Cafe. The service was with a smile and a hearty greeting. The beers were cold, reasonably priced, and tasted just fine. Not my favorite by any means, but pretty good. The kicker is the setting. Amidst the tall pine trees of Graeagal, you can't help but being awed by the nature around you. All sorts of different tables and chairs gives everyone the kind of ambiance that you and your group can imagine. The only reason I didn't give it a five-star is that it was not really exceptional. It was really good, but nothing that made me want to jump out of my seat and say wow. read more
1 year ago
One of the most unique brewery experiences I've had recently. It's tucked in the forest with activities to keep the fun going. You want to just sit and chill or play ping pong or even disc golf, this is the place to visit. They have a gift shop as well and make the beers there on site. Don't forget, they even have mocktails for the non drinkers or DDs. They also have a food cart on site for grub. Staff is super friendly and good beverages. Recommend. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Great beer and fun spot. Beers are gluten friendly/removed. Very helpful and knowledgeable tenders. Can't wait to try the taco truck on next visit. read more
3 years ago
I've stopped into the brewing lair many times on our Graeagle trips. Love the atmosphere, fun cozy little spot in the woods, though it doesn't offer much shade so my favorite time to visit is when the weather is cool. I haven't found a beer I absolutely love there, but it's probably me, not you Brewing Lair, as the hoppy brews are not a fave. Would love to see a little more variety. read more
6 years ago
It was fun to get away for the day recently for a beautiful drive to Blairsden. We knew we wanted to end up at The Brewing Lair - it had been on our radar for quite a while. It turns out that it is an especially good place to go for a beer during these Covid days. With gorgeous, relaxing views and plenty of green space between picnic tables and chairs from which to enjoy them, we picked up a couple IPAs from the tap room window and made our way across the grass to an available area to sit. Leashed dogs are welcome so we brought ours. We also picked up a pizza from a nearby restaurant and brought that, too. The parklike setting was perfect to enjoy a beautiful afternoon and several others were taking advantage of it, too, by bringing picnics, laying on blankets, or playing ping-pong. It almost felt like we were at a campground. There is even a fire pit available for use. We hope to get back here again as the weather gets nicer and perhaps even enjoy live outdoor music as restrictions start to loosen. read more
Fun brewery near Blairsden and Graeagle. They don't have food, but don't mind you bringing some of your own. There's a good little pizza spot down in Blairsden that everybody seems to stop at first. Lots of outdoor seating, good views, dog friendly, activities like frisbee golf and ping-pong. They were out of their West Coast IPA, so we had a red and a black IPA, both were fairly good. Great choice if you're in the area for a fun afternoon. read more
3 years ago
I just love everything about this brewery. The outdoor space is filled with games and massive tables that can be shared. It's got a chill vibe and it's on the outskirts of a beautiful quiet country town. Oh, and the beer is superb!!! read more
What a cool concept. Brewery in the middle of the woods with a slack line, disc golf course, ping pong tables, bags, and more! We surprisingly liked the black ipa most which we had never had before. Very dog friendly, but have your dog on a leash. Some pretty cool apparel. I had never heard of the lost sierras before going here. I'm going to have to do some more research on the origin of that. There are some nonalcoholic drinks and a food truck. I took a picture of the live music list for the season. Hoping to go back for some good jams! read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
My first visit to this brewery and luckily my companion had been here before. I loved it! Bring a picnic snack or lunch, your kids, your friends,good dogs on leashes and try their beers on tap the day you visit. 5 beers on tap so we had a flight first. My two favorites were Brewing Lair Tripel and Deep Cover Black IPA. My companions favorite was Take a Hike IPA. We each had a pint of our favorite after the flight. Outdoor games a plenty with disc golf, ping pong, corn hole, slack line. Nice large fire pit,picnic tables, chairs and a couple of grills for DIY BBQ. Swag shack with some cool shirts and other goodies to purchase. The land is tiered so all works under the beautiful pines. Look for the turn off before the turn to Blairsden and Greagle. I will be back to the Lost Sierra and this brewery with my clan of friends. read more
2 years ago
Good beer choices. Beer nice and cold. Lovely outdoor setting. Live music from 6-8 on Saturday evening. Lots of seating available. Five stars for setting and beer and friendly service. One star off since they don't have any food available except for an overpriced greasy food truck choice, no non-alcohol beer choice, no ice, (Friend ordered a lemonade and would've liked it with ice.) and outhouse pit toilet for customers. read more
3 years ago
I regret that I have to give The Brewing Lair a bad review because I've had several of their excellent beers and I like to support small local businesses. Unfortunately, the management is shockingly unprofessional. In March, I made arrangements with Susan DeLano to provide two kegs of beer for my wedding on June 3rd. I was quoted a price and a delivery time and I accepted. We agreed to reconnect on May 17th to finalize the details and arrange payment. When I reached out on May 17th, Susan told me that she would only sell me a single keg because they are having a lot of demand for their product at their location, and they have standard policy to not to sell kegs in June. When I told her that this was disappointing information to receive with a little over 2 weeks to go until my wedding date and that that would have been critical information to let me know when we started emailing about my June wedding months ago, Susan then withdrew the offer of even a single keg. Attaching a screenshot of the March 28th email where she cheerfully entered into an agreement with me and never mentioned this June policy. The subject line of my email was "Beer for my wedding in June"! If you want beer from The Brewing Lair, by all means try to get some - just not at my wedding apparently. EDIT: The emails and your pettiness speak for themselves, Susan. I said that it would have been nice to have some advanced notice of your "standard policy" and then you refused to even sell me the half portion of what we agreed on. I was polite with you and you reacted with petulance. If anyone got stabbed in the back it wasn't you. read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
What isn't perfect about this place. Great beer in the woods Plenty of seating snd dogs are welcome read more
First time here and thought I was delusional when maps told me to turn right. Tiny sign, gravel road... what?!? Little did I know the smiles that would happen in a short distance... All outside.. balance beam, fire pit, trails.. frisbee golf, ping pong... you name it, it's there. Food truck was a surprise but so good!! Can't wait to go back. read more
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