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Rating: 4.00
Location: Benton Harbor, MI
Founded: 2005
Last visited: October 2016
A two-level structure, with a rustic, industrial, basic feel, artsy vibe. Stage set up for live music. There were 14 beers on tap. Open seven days a week.
BEER:
Silver Queen Helles (4.50) – Fresh, crisp, sharp flavor; medium hop bitterness in finish, excellent example of the style.
Polar Vortex Maibock (2.00) – Alcohol dominates; ABV (10.2%) too high for an enjoyable Maibock.
Harbor Shores Amber Ale (4.00) – Nice, medium body, medium hop bitterness, smooth and easy drinking.
Nigel Tufnel English Pale Ale (nitro) (4.75) – Smooth and creamy flavor; nitro pour enhances pale ale character.
Half Truth Black Rye IPA (4.50) – Complex flavor profile, roasted malt character; noticeable hop bitterness in finish, not at all overpowering; outstanding balance.
Black Smith American Stout (4.75) – Full-bodied stout, roasted character dominates flavor as it should, alcohol level (7.9%) not overpowering.
FOOD:
The cafe menu features pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and a couple of appetizers. Try the house made spent grain pretzel bites, with spicy beer mustard or beer cheese.