Jeff B.
Yelp
(Tasted 06/08/21 TU @ 2:00pm): I was in the area for a business meeting when as I usually did, I checked the trusted Yelp app for any breweries new to me, and luckily Chapman Crafted Beer came up only minutes away. I'm definitely familiar with many of the L.A. County breweries, but these days I rarely ventured beyond the orange curtain unless it's work-related. Would this latest "find" of exploring 5oz beer tasters be sweet as an orange, or will it chap my whistle!?
PURCHASE
Chapman Crafted Pils Pilsner 4.9% ABV ($1.50): Floral light malty flavor, crisp finish, and slight bitter hoppy aftertaste - simple drink https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=guyclSSVIeym-7m0eINdfw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw.
Still The One Brown English Ale 5.5% ABV ($2.00): Light coffee malty nutty flavor, easy finish, and slight bitter nutty aftertaste - tasty nuts in your mouth https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=9Ksgnz_N-n57sSvh5PaTvQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
Kool Kids Hops Imperial Double IPA 8.6% ABV ($3.00): Light hoppy flavor, dry finish, and bitter hoppy aftertaste - drink this Kool Aid https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=y_qnBdXdr1o7imbGbh-CVA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
Mrs. Mocha Double Coffee Imperial Stout 5floz Taster 9.4% ABV ($4.00): Chocolate coffee mocha flavor, mouthy finish, and chocolate aftertaste - Chocolate love https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=lp0DuMFF1qNG_lgFO-_shg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
Gemini New England Hazy IPA 7.0% ABV ($3.00): Hoppy flavor, dry finish, and hoppy aftertaste - Got some hops https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=784gA9nWp2GUAM6q4K4FKw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
Super Smooth Strawberry Vanilla Milkshake IPA 6.7% ABV ($3.50): Slight malt strawberry vanilla flavor, clean finish, and strawberry aftertaste - strawberry Quik for adults https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=5BUIbqegf0fdRofGOzUjuw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
Plain & Simple Oatmeal Stout 7.0% ABV ($2.50): Chocolate oatmeal roasted flavor, full finish, and chocolate oatmeal aftertaste - liquid breakfast https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=rZwqOzQMMu1M8rS7qCJsKg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
Slow Riser Red Coffee Ale 5.2% ABV ($2.00): Light roasted coffee flavor, easy finish, and roasted coffee aftertaste - coffee beer https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=vedzM8VepnSVkzck3L8cKQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
Long Beach Jerky Co. Spicy Teriyaki Beef Jerky 2.5oz Bag ($5.00): I needed something to chomp on while I drank the afternoon away. Sweet and spicy, each jerky strip was manageable and easily chewable https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=w-sL7M55UnzPVHEaRx0Mkg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw.
Mango & Guava Hard Seltzer 16floz Cans 6pk ($11.50): Light, effervescent & tropical, and crisp - a bubbly treat https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=cabH04hR_s0ZFRpIr-mdew&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw!
SERVICE
Greeted by a friendly young woman behind the counter, she patiently gave me the rundown of their beers and easily set me up on my two flights during my time there. There was no table service (although someone came by and cleared away any empty glasses), so you had to return to the counter each time. Everything was chilling and easygoing here!
PARKING (FREE)
I found what I believed was a public lot behind the brewery around the corner. Otherwise, it seemed there were plenty of free parking spots along all the surrounding streets in this part of town - 'nuff said.
ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE
An open interior and exterior (the patio was really nice!) setting with many tables and chairs throughout, a long counter inside where you placed your order, and minimum decorations https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=T1rvCpITTHwXbKoZlhrSXA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. It was family and pet-friendly, so bring them along. Plenty of natural light entered through the several openings in addition to the outdoor patio area while an assortment of electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. I couldn't recall any TVs, but awesome alternative & indie rock music played in the background (e.g. The Clash, The Smiths). https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=BNjwVCm3ecfYvUqW-o88_g&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw
ATTIRE
Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops.
OVERALL
Chapman Crafted Beer was a wonderful find and would definitely return if I was ever in the area again. Sadly, I don't recall ever seeing their beers in any of the bars/restaurants or stores in L.A. County; hopefully, that will change. They sold only snacks onsite, so you were allowed to bring outside food but unsure if they had a food truck schedule. Plus, they had a Tuesday Trivia Night. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $41.00 BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS