A Grade: Po’ Boy Brewery

A Grade: Po’ Boy Brewery

First Impressions There’s nothing quite like when a brewery nails a specific theme. But what about when that theme is very specific–say…Louisiana bayou specific? Well, that was exactly the vibe at Po’ Boy Brewery in Port Jefferson Station, New...
A Grade: Other Half Brewing

A Grade: Other Half Brewing

First Impressions The craft beer boom in the United States has been an exciting, sprawling journey — especially over the past twenty years or so. You don’t need to travel far to find a new brewery, which makes finding a great one all the more exciting....
A Grade: Devoción Coffee

A Grade: Devoción Coffee

First Impressions Specialty coffee comes in many varieties, but one pretty standard expectation is the fact that you pretty much have to wait at least several months between when a bean is harvested and when it ends up in your cup as steaming, caffeinated goodness....
A Grade: Ubergeek Brewing Company

A Grade: Ubergeek Brewing Company

First Impressions We’ve always thought of ourselves as über nerds and craft beer enthusiasts. But do we make the ultimate cut of “übergeeks”? At übergeek Brewing Company, in Riverhead, New York, we may have finally met our match! While featuring an...
A Grade: Southdown Coffee

A Grade: Southdown Coffee

First Impressions The beauty of a local coffee roaster comes in many flavors. Their unique styles, vibes, and expertly brewed coffee offers customers an experience that big chains can often only dream to match. But success breeds success, and even a humble small...
A Grade: Lithology Brewing Co.

A Grade: Lithology Brewing Co.

First Impressions We’ve been to all sorts of craft breweries in our travels. Giant, barn-like structures with big lacquered support beams. Smaller brick and mortar historic buildings. Even repurposed churches. But there’s something to be said for a solid,...