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Here’s a sneak peek at the new, vastly expanded brewery and brewpub on Nimitz that could very well be Honolulu’s next pau hana hot spot


Locally owned and operated brewery Aloha Beer, founded by James Lee and Steve Sombrero, with Dave Campbell as the Brewmaster, is a label that you’ll probably see popping up on shelves soon. Here’s a sneak peek at the new, vastly expanded brewery and brewpub that could very well be Honolulu’s next pau hana hot spot.

 

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Aloha Beer VIP Opening

What was once a warehouse/storage space at the side of Sam Choy's has been transformed into Hawaii's latest local brewpub, Aloha Beer Co. The 6000 square-foot space is designed to be a place to eat, drink and watch live entertainment. Although Sam Choy's has had its own small brewery for a while, the opening of Aloha Beer marks a new era and the formal start of a new company, with a unique product that will be distributed to stores around Hawaii.

There will be 16 tap handles with eight different beers at the full bar, plus food service from the adjacent Sam Choy's kitchen, featuring an exclusive menu of gourmet local fusion pupu specifically designed to complement the beer.

Curious? Take a look!

Aloha Beer Company
580 N. Nimitz Hwy.
www.alohabeer.com

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michTmon 5 pts

Look at that huge space! I say they should clear it of furniture and host a tasting room a few nights a week. Does anybody know a place that does that here? I went to Sweetwater Brewery in Atlanta for a tasting/tour last month and it was insane how fun and busy it was. There, a mere $10 gets you a take home glass and 6 sample tickets for 5.5oz samples. This is probably critical for any new beer brand; I love beer but I'm not paying for a 6 pack of each thing Aloha Beer makes to try it all.

chant808 55 pts

Aloha Beer (I'm very partial to the Red and the Honey Porter) is even more awesome because of the fact that it's made to pair with local cuisine. For example, I'd highly recommend the Red with some spicy ahi... perfect!

KevinSOshiro 16 pts

looks awesome ! i suddenly feel thirsty now..

 

chant808 55 pts

 Melissa808 MyongChoi Sounds like early, like 5:30 or so, would be best? 

Melissa808 268 pts moderator

 chant808  MyongChoi it's on my calendar...I'm in. Anyone else?

adoboloco 5 pts

I say Aloha to Beer... Looking forward to stopping by next time we're on Oahu.

chant808 55 pts

Hey guys, while I'm waiting for word back on when the official grand opening of Aloha Beer will be, wanna do a hangout at Pint & Jigger on Thursday, pau hana? 

Melissa808 268 pts moderator

 chant808 what time? I was hoping to go to Zumba, but if your thing is early I'll run.

MyongChoi 80 pts

 chant808 As in tomorrow Thursday? I may be going to a movie screening at 7 so I can do it if we meet early. Or I might just skip the movie altogether and just drink!

nonstopmari 245 pts moderator

good report, thnx for covering! luuuv fried oysters and can't wait to pair w/ beer.

annedreshfield 1130 pts

Man, this looks like a blast. I hope they do well when they open (and I have no idea why they wouldn't!).

MyongChoi 80 pts

How does one get invited to a VIP opening of a new bar? Because I need to be on future lists! LOL

 

Thanks for the coverage Tracy. I'll definitely be checking this place out when they officially open.

chant808 55 pts

 MyongChoi It pays to be part of the industry :-)  I'll let you know next time I hear about something like this, though! By the way, speaking of industry spots, have you gotten to check out Pint & Jigger yet? We should do a Nonstop nightlife field trip over there... I hear the food is to die for and the cocktails are amazing! 

MyongChoi 80 pts

 chant808 Have not been to P&J yet but will plan to stop by shortly. So many places to check out! I had a thing set up with co-workers for this past weekend to check out the new food items offered at Real a Gastropub but had to cancel it at the last minute.

 

But I'm totally down for any kind of get-together with beer and good peeps!

About Tracy Chan

Tracy Chan is a night owl who loves chronicling Honolulu's vibrant nightlife scene through photography and the written word.   The former Metromix Associate Producer (currently a freelance photographer and writer), she is a journalism major from the University of Hawaii, a body constantly in motion, and a pro at steering inebriated partygoers.

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