Hey there, I’m The Gnome!

When you think of drinking here in Cincinnati, what do you think of? Our breweries? How about the cocktail world? Maybe you think of the neighborhood bar that you fell in love with. Whatever it is, I’m obsessed with it. I love this city, and to say that I also love our drinking culture is a massive understatement. The goal of this website is to bring to you all that you need to know about drinking in Cincinnati. I started it focused on Cincinnati breweries, but as time has passed, it’s grown far beyond that!

If you’re looking for a Cincinnati Beer Blog, you’ve definitely found it right here, but if you’re looking for more than that… a hub for all things drinking in this beautiful city? Well… stick around. You’re gonna like this!


Recent Cincinnati Brewery News

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DVD Brewing Is Open - And Of Course, I Have Thoughts!

DVD Brewing Is Open – And Of Course, I Have Thoughts!

When a new brewery opens its doors, there are almost always questions. What will the vibe of the space be ...
Cincinnati Showcased Via Untappd Community Awards

Cincinnati Showcased Via Untappd Community Awards

Say what you will about Untappd (and we all know that there's plenty to say about it), it's clear that ...
The Changing Cincinnati Brewery Food Programs

The Changing Cincinnati Brewery Food Programs

There have been quite a few significant changes in our local craft breweries' food programs. It's been a whirlwind, and ...
A Long Awaited 16 Lots Update - And It's Good News

A Long Awaited 16 Lots Update – And It’s Good News

After a very confusing and sad start to the year, 16Lots is letting their fans know that their support has ...
Crafting Resilience: Bad Tom Smith's New Brewery And Restaurant Redemption?

Crafting Resilience: Bad Tom Smith’s New Brewery And Restaurant Redemption?

Bad Tom Smith is expanding with a new location. They've got plans for a massive new space that wraps a ...
Shutting the Tap: 16 Lots Southern Outpost Closing – What You Need to Know - UPDATED

Shutting the Tap: 16 Lots Southern Outpost Closing – What You Need to Know – UPDATED

In an ever-growing and ever-evolving craft beer market, we will have days like today. It's never fun, and it certainly ...
One Of Cincinnati's Oldest Taprooms Just Closed, And You Probably Don't Care

One Of Cincinnati’s Oldest Taprooms Just Closed, And You Probably Don’t Care

One Of Cincinnati's Oldest Taprooms Just Closed, And You Probably Don't Care By: The Gnarly Gnome Photos By: The Gnarly ...
Dark Charge Day 2023 And Why It’s Still Important

Dark Charge Day 2023 And Why It’s Still Important

If you're a craft beer fan in Greater Cincinnati, I'd assume that by now, you've at least heard of Dark ...

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Recent Cincinnati Booze News

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March First Releases Fountain Reserve - Bourbon Made With Fountain Water?

March First Releases Fountain Reserve – Bourbon Made With Fountain Water?

I can only imagine how the conversation went when the team at March First came up with the idea for ...
The 2023 US Open Whiskey Championships - Big Local Winners!

The 2023 US Open Whiskey Championships – Big Local Winners!

If you're looking for a good excuse to pour yourself a glass of booze today, and to celebrate a couple ...
New Riff Distilling's $3 Million Dollar Renovation

New Riff Distilling’s $3 Million Dollar Renovation

As you head to New Riff in the near future, you're going to start seeing a lot of big changes ...
West Side Introduces Their Custom Bourbon To The Taproom

West Side Introduces Their Custom Bourbon To The Taproom

I love craft beer, and I really, really love the taproom experience that craft beer drinkers like me get from ...

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Recent Cincinnati Seltzer, Cider, and RTD News

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