Alexander

Review of Surly Brewing Co.

I'll be blunt. This was probably the most boring b...

I'll be blunt. This was probably the most boring beer tours I've ever been on. First of all we couldn't hear the guide. She talked at room volume despite loud noises from all the equipment and nearby noises going on. Also from what we did hear her Surly story was much less exciting than just reading the company history from Wikipedia. I got the feeling she hasn't worked there very long yet is tasked with giving tours and reciting company history. We didn't see anyone working or nothing of substance happening in the actual manufacturing areas. The souvenir shop was sold out of most of the anniversary posters EVERYONE wanted. All the clothes were S or M. Again it was like the place was on autopilot and they were just selling you a name brand hoping that alone would be worth the price of admission. Since I'm here I should mention the guy taking tickets out front was dropping F bombs and cussing like a sailor. He was very smug and arrogant. Do yourself a favor and skip this tour if your considering it. Their beer on the other hand is good stuff!