Back Pew Brewing Company – American
Housed in a converted sanctuary where the spirit of craft brewing takes center stage, this unique taproom invites guests to gather on wooden pews for a communal celebration of hops and grain. From the crisp, clean clarity of the Blue Testament pilsner to the bold, spirited punch of the Texas Two Sip IPA, every pour offers a liquid revelation in an atmosphere that feels both reverent and wonderfully relaxed.
26452 Sorters McClellan Road, Porter TX 77365 https://backpewbrewing.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Currently closed
Hours
- Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Friday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the excellent main courses and beautiful presentation, frequently noting how satisfied they feel after a lunch visit. Celebrated for its intimate setting that adds a special touch to the experience, the venue is praised for its helpful service and staff who provide thoughtful menu recommendations. Reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere as a key reason they would return and recommend the spot to friends.
Menu
Year Round Brews
- Blue Testament - $6: American Pilsner, 5.2% ABV, 29 IBU. German flavors with Texas blue corn.
- Son of Satyr - $6: Bock, 4.5% ABV, 18 IBU. Low-ABV version of Satyr's Swill, amber color, malty aroma.
- Tanuki - $6: American IPA, 6.4% ABV, 35 IBU. Maris Otter and Pilsner malt, Sultana, Azacca, and Comet hops, Hornindal Kveik yeast.
- Eve's Envy - $6: Apple Ale, 6% ABV. Crisp light ale with a lot of apples.
- Hyper Light - $6: American Light Lager, 4.2% ABV, 14 IBU. 95 calories, 2.6g carbs.
- Texas Two Sip - $7: Hazy IPA, 8% ABV, 80 IBU. Native pilsner malt, Citra, Mosaic, and Cascade hops.
Seasonal Brews
- Kölsch - $6: Kölsch, 5.0% ABV, 18 IBU. German style, crispy, clean, lagered beer.
- Lucy - $6: Hefeweizen, 4.8% ABV, 11 IBU. 50/50 wheat/barley, banana and clove flavors.
- Kingsbrau - $6: Festbier, 6.2% ABV, 22 IBU. Malt-forward, dry hopped with Hallertau Blanc hops.
- King of the Helles - $6: Texas-Style Helles Lager, 4.5% ABV, 24 IBU. Texas grown malted barley, Hallertau Blanc and Mandarina Bavaria hops.
- Chola - $6: Mexican Lager, 4.4% ABV, 17 IBU. Pilsner and Vienna malts, Northern Brewer and Perle hops.
- Me Beer - $7: Blonde Dopplebock, 10% ABV, 20 IBU. Pilsner and Vienna malt, long decoction.
- Mutton Bustin' - $6: Strawberry Kolsch, 5.5% ABV, 25 IBU. German malts and hops with added strawberries.
- Bronc Stomper - $7: Imperial Double IPA, 9.5% ABV, 100 IBU. 2-row pale malt, Simcoe, Chinook, and Centennial hops.
- Black Habit - $6: Schwarzbier, 5.3% ABV, 24 IBU. Roasted chocolate notes, light lager.
- Aybara - $7: Double Imperial Oatmeal Stout, 8.7% ABV, 25 IBU. Oats, roast and chocolate notes.
- Shiny - $7: Double New England IPA, 8.1% ABV, 18 IBU. Comet, Centennial, and Citra hops.
- Gangplank Gose - $6: Gose, 3.9% ABV, 10 IBU. Tart and salty with bitter orange peel.
- Hopzuna - $7: Double IPA, 8.7% ABV, 43 IBU. Citra and Azacca hops, Kveik fermented with oats.
- Gabagool - $6: Italian Pilsner, 4.8% ABV, 25 IBU. Eraclea malt, Saaz and Hallertau Mittelfruh hops.
- Muddy Thames - $6: English Dark Mild, 5.3% ABV, 24 IBU. Roasted malts, toast, toffee, raisin, and plum notes.
- Haze Anagi - $7: Hazy DIPA, 8.7% ABV, 25 IBU. Oats, Kveik yeast, Rakau, Waiti, and Motueka hops.
- Zwickelbier - $6: Kellerbier, 5.5% ABV, 31 IBU. Helles style, Hallertau Blanc and Nelson Suavin hops.
Taproom Only Releases
- Rand - $7: Belgian Golden Strong, 9% ABV, 20 IBU. Fermented in fresh-toasted American oak barrels.
- Poirot - $6: Saison, 5.8% ABV, 22 IBU. Pilsner and Vienna malts, Hallertau Blanc hops.
- Cholo - $6: Dark Mexican Lager, 4.4% ABV, 17 IBU.
- Julius Squeezer - $7: Flavored Imperial IPA, 8.3% ABV, 51 IBU. Orange Juice, Vanilla, Lactose.
- Bobby's Peanut Butter Cup Anger - $6: Flavored Stout, 6.6% ABV, 20 IBU. Peanut butter and chocolate, served on nitro.
- Crusader - $6: Best Bitter, 4.4% ABV, 32 IBU. Caramel malts.
- Friar - $6: Belgian Blonde Ale, 5.3% ABV, 35 IBU. Belgian Single style.
Taproom Packages
- Pint Flight - $17: Three 16oz pours (2 Saints, 1 Sinner)
- Signature Pint Glass & Flight - $20: Back Pew pint glass plus three 16oz pours