The New Heater Allen/Gold Dot Taproom: A Craft Beer Sanctuary
Stepping into the newly revamped Heater Allen/Gold Dot taproom feels like a delightful journey through the past with a modern twist. This charming space perfectly marries the ambiance of a classic German Bier hall with a 70’s dive bar vibe. The main taproom area has undergone a thoughtful transformation, with the brewing space now neatly tucked away, leaving room for comfortable seating. Patrons can enjoy their pints while perched on a sleek vinyl banquette, surrounded by tables, chairs, and decor that captures the essence of vintage beer culture.
The taproom design is completed with period-specific touches—wainscotting-adorned walls lined with beer memorabilia, retro bar stools, and lighting fixtures reminiscent of the 90s. Just outside, the beer garden offers an added treat: Brassi’s, a unique carnival cart turned wood-fired Italian food truck, which has quickly gained popularity among locals. This blend of visual and culinary elements ensures visitors not only enjoy great beer but also an experience that lingers long after the last sip.
Expanding Reach Across Oregon
In exciting news for Oregon’s beer enthusiasts, Heater Allen and Gold Dot Beers have expanded their distribution beyond the Portland-metro area through Day One Distribution. This strategic move allows these premier lagers to reach craft beer fans across Central and Southern Oregon more efficiently. Lisa from Heater Allen shares, “We’ve heard wonderful things about Day One from our mutual accounts and fellow breweries. They have the capability to bring our beers to the far reaches of the state more frequently than any of our other options.”
For fans, this means easier access to their celebrated offerings like the year-round Heater Allen Pils and Gold Dot Helles, available both on draft and in cans. The brewery’s lineup remains dynamic with a rotating selection of Gold Dot IPAs, seasonal releases, collaborations, and exclusive one-off creations, keeping beer lovers intrigued throughout the year.
Celebrating Legacy Brews with a Twist
While innovation is the name of the game, some Heater Allen classics are anticipated every year—the Bobtoberfest appears in late summer, and the HA Sandy Paws is a seasonal mainstay ahead of Thanksgiving. Additionally, the brewery plans to release batches of Gold Dot Pils de Pils quarterly, a testament to their commitment to blend consistency with creativity. As Lisa elaborates, “We like to play it by ear, offering flexibility in our seasonal calendar to introduce fresh flavors and revive beloved traditions.”
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