Esoteric Brewery Company – American
Housed in a beautifully restored historic space, this elevated taproom hums with a sophisticated energy where the art of the pour takes center stage. The air carries the bright scent of citrusy hops and roasted coffee, inviting guests to explore a spectrum of flavors ranging from the crisp, clean finish of a traditional German lager to the creamy, surprising complexity of a white stout. It is a refined neighborhood sanctuary where every glass celebrates the intersection of heritage brewing and modern, soulful innovation.
918 East McMillan Street, Cincinnati OH 45206 https://esotericbrewing.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the incredible chicken dishes and beautiful presentation, noting that the flavors leave guests feeling thoroughly satisfied. Celebrated for its inviting atmosphere and polite, helpful service, reviewers highlight the staff’s excellent menu recommendations that consistently enhance the overall dining experience.
Menu
- Berliner Weisse German Style Lager - $10: Traditional sour wheat ale with low ABV and vibrant acidity. Notes of lemon pulp, sourdough, and faint minerality. 3.9% ABV
- Walnut Hills Lager - $10: Rice lager with clean and crisp notes. 4.9% ABV
- Paraiso Mexican Lager - $10: Crisp and refreshing with a hint of sweetness. 4.7% ABV
- Luminati Lager - $10: Helles style Lager, light and crisp. 5.2% ABV
- Kölsch German Style Ale - $10: Soft, sweet, and malty profile with hints of honey. 5.2% ABV
- Kallima Coffee Cream Ale - $10: Cream ale infused with La Terza coffee blend. 4.8% ABV
- Snow Day White Stout - $10: White stout with layers of coffee, cinnamon, chocolate, and vanilla.
- Lotus IPA - $10: Grapefruit, orange, and pine notes with a bitter finish. 6.5% ABV
- Aeneid Double New England IPA - $10: Hazy, full-bodied double NEIPA with citrus and tropical hops. 8.5% ABV
- Pearlescent Belgian Golden Strong Ale - $10: Belgian Golden Strong Ale with pear notes, spice, and florals. 7.8% ABV
- Arcane Amber Ale - $10: Caramel malt base with a subtle citrus accent. 5.0% ABV
- Restivus Belgian Christmas Ale - $10: Belgian-style ale with notes of nutmeg and ginger.
- Dunkel German Style Lager - $10: Toasted bread and rich malt with a caramel-toffee finish. 5.5% ABV
- Virtue Belgian Dubbel - $10: Ruby-brown hue with esters of clove, cherry, and caramel apple. 6.8% ABV
- Opus Milk Stout - $10: Notes of roasted coffee, cocoa, and lactose. 5.3% ABV
- All Black Everything Breakfast Stout - $10: Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, flaked oats, and vanilla. 7.9% ABV
- German Fest Variety 12 pack - $18.99: Curated selection including Pilsner, Dunkel, Kölsch, and Oktoberfest Fest Bier.
- Luminati Helles Lager 6 pack - $9.99: Light, crisp, and crushable Helles style Lager. 5.2% ABV
- Marzen German Style Lager 6 pack - $9.99: Malt-forward with notes of baked bread, light toffee, and toasted grain. 6.2% ABV
- Lotus West Coast IPA 6 pack - $11.99: Grapefruit, orange, and pine with a bitter finish. 6.4% ABV
- Restivus Belgian Holiday Ale 6 pack - $12.99: Winter Ale with warm notes of nutmeg and ginger. 7.5% ABV
- Kallima Coffee Cream Ale 6 pack - $11.99: Cream ale infused with La Terza coffee blend. 4.8% ABV
- Odyssey NEIPA 6 pack - $12.99: Hazy New England IPA. 6.5% ABV
- Paraiso Mexican Lager 6 pack - $9.99: Crisp and refreshing with a hint of sweetness. 4.7% ABV
- Dahlia Brown Ale 6 pack - $11.99: Medium body with aroma of dark chocolate and almond toffee. 5.3% ABV
- Kölsch German Ale 6 pack - $11.99: Soft, sweet, and malty profile with hints of honey. 5.2% ABV
- Nova Tangerine NEIPA 6 pack - $12.99: Soft and hazy with bright tangerine flavor and tropical hops. 7.7% ABV