The Eater Austin Beer Heatmap, December '13

by Tom Thornton Dec 6, 2013, 5:42am CST

View as Map

by Tom Thornton Dec 6, 2013, 5:42am CST

Photos: School House Pub/Patrick Michels; Craft Pride/Spencer Selvidge; Haymaker/Official; Quickie Pickie/Patrick Michels

Eater Austin has always alerted readers to the newest and buzziest drinking heat, but with such a booming bar scene, it's time to specialize. Welcome to the first ever Beer Heatmap, dedicated to all things brewed. The December edition also presents a handy look at Austin's Year in Beer.

Austin loves craft beer. The proof is everywhere: brewers have more demand than supply, restaurants at all price points are offering local and seasonal brews, and the city's options simply keep growing by the day. While stalwarts like The Ginger Man, Easy Tiger, and Billy's On Burnet are known to many, allow Eater to direct you to newer stops worthy of your time and attention.
-Tom Thornton

Don't see your favorite new spot on the list? Heard about an older place that's made some changes? Hit the tipline or leave advice in the comments.

Glass Half Full at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema – Lakeline

Copy Link

This Alamo Drafthouse creation from Bill Norris gives Lakeline 10 solid taps, beer cocktails, and a deep bench of bottled selections. Michelada and Lager and Lime fans, take note.

Open in Google Maps

14028 N Highway 183 Bldg F, Austin, TX 78717

(512) 861-7070

Visit Website

Adelbert's Brewing

Copy Link

[Photo: Lauren B./Yelp]

2314 Rutland Dr, #100, Austin, TX 78758

(512) 662-1462

Visit Website

Also featured in:

Where to Find To-Go Beers, Crowlers, and Growlers in the Austin-Area

Growler Room

Copy Link

[Photo: Freddy F./Yelp]

Open in Google Maps

6800 Burnet Rd, #2, Austin, TX 78757

(512) 458-4438

Visit Website

Haymaker

Copy Link

Darts. Pool. Sports on TV. And lots and lots of beer. The team behind Black Sheep Lodge brings you 40 taps (almost half from Texas), poutine, and "Midwestern" pub grub.

2310 E. Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722

(512) 243-6702

Visit Website

Also featured in:

School House Pub

Copy Link

From the Mi Madre's family comes School House, with drafts that lean heavily on local selections and American craft favorites. Food revolves around burgers, sausages, and snacks.

Open in Google Maps

2207 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722

(512) 469-7630

Visit Website

Quickie Pickie

Copy Link

24 taps, tacos, breakable 6-packs - is there anything Quickie Pickie can't do? A weekly local pint night and gluten-free brews are additional bonuses.

Open in Google Maps

1208 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702

(512) 451-4440

Visit Website

Salt & Time

Copy Link

Salt and Time's combines an extensive bomber selection with a deep focus on local brews on draft and in bottle. It's a great pairing for your sandwich or charcuterie.

1912 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702

(512) 524-1383

Visit Website

Also featured in:

Hi Hat Public House

Copy Link

Nestled in an unassuming apartment building, Hi Hat offers quality taps (Hops & Grain Greenhouse, Old Rasputin, and Rogue Yellow Snow among them) with laid-back brunch, lunch, and dinner service.

2121 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702

(512) 848-2628

Visit Website

Also featured in:

Wright Bros. Brew & Brew

Copy Link

[Photo: Jeff S./Yelp]

500 San Marcos St #105, Austin, TX 78702

(512) 493-0963

Visit Website

Also featured in:

Craft Pride

Copy Link

This craft beer bar went all in on the local angle: all 54 taps are Texan. As a consequence, they have the deepest local selection in town. 100 additional bottles are available to-go.

61 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701

(512) 826-1238

Visit Website

Also featured in:

The ABGB

Copy Link

This new project from former Uncle Billy's brewers is a hit - grab a Day Trip pale ale and a pizza and soak in South Austin. There's also regular live music.

1305 W Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704

(512) 298-2242

Visit Website