Business Details
12 Years
experience
Southampton's Original Craft Beer Pub
Established in 2014, we are Southampton's pioneering micropub dedicated to celebrating craft beer and community. Our ever-evolving selection showcases the UK's finest independent breweries alongside international craft beer innovators, curated with expertise honed through years of collaboration with industry leaders. As the original micropub in the city, we've cultivated a reputation for excellence through our award-winning Butcher's Brew Club, which has produced medal-winning collaboration beers with regional breweries since our founding. Our team combines deep industry knowledge with a passion for fostering connections, demonstrated through our warm hospitality and meticulously maintained real ales. We uphold rigorous quality standards across our 10 rotating taps, extensive bottled/canned selection, and carefully chosen wines and spirits.Our Victorian butcher's shop conversion preserves historical character while creating an intimate space for beer enthusiasts to engage with our knowledgeable staff and fellow patrons. Through monthly homebrewer meetups, tasting events, and festival participation, we actively contribute to the local beer community's growth. Our commitment to ethical sourcing prioritises independent producers while maintaining accessibility for all visitors. The pub's unique atmosphere combines historical charm with modern craft beer culture, offering a welcoming environment where customers consistently rate our staff as among the most knowledgeable in the region.
Services
Craft Beer
Wine & Spirits
Pop-up Bar Hire
Brew Club
Event Venue
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We pioneered Southampton's micropub scene since 2014
- Our brew club has won multiple CAMRA festival awards
- 10 rotating taps with both cask and keg craft beer options
- Knowledgeable staff provide expert beer recommendations
- Host monthly homebrewer meetups and tasting events
What people say
Best craft beer selection
Award-winning collaboration brews
Knowledgeable staff
Warm community atmosphere
Historic premises
Services
Craft Beer
Our 10 rotating taps feature cask ales and keg beers from independent breweries. We maintain a comprehensive fridge with over 100 bottled/canned options, including limited releases and international craft beers. The selection changes daily based on quality assessments and customer preferences.
Brew Club
Monthly meetups for homebrewers include tasting sessions, brewing workshops, and collaboration opportunities. Members participate in creating award-winning beers with local breweries. The club organises beer festivals, blind tastings, and educational events for all experience levels.
Pop-up Bar
Full-service or self-serve bar options for weddings and events. Our mobile bar includes curated beer selections and trained staff. We provide equipment, glassware, and expertise for events ranging from garden parties to large festivals across Hampshire.
Private Hire
Our historic premises accommodate up to 40 guests for evening events. The package includes exclusive access to our beer selection and standard bar service. Minimum spend requirements apply for Tuesday-Thursday bookings with deposit required for reservations.
Beer Events
Regularly scheduled beer festivals, collaboration launches, and themed tasting nights. Events feature meet-the-brewer sessions, limited edition releases, and educational workshops. The calendar includes both in-house and external festival participation throughout the year.
Questions
What beer options are available?
We offer 10 rotating taps with cask ales and keg beers, plus over 100 bottled/canned options including limited releases and international craft beers.
Are dogs allowed in the pub?
Well-behaved dogs are welcome when kept with their owners at all times. We ask owners ensure their pets don't disturb other customers.
Can I hire the pub for events?
The pub accommodates up to 40 guests for evening bookings Tuesday-Thursday, with minimum spend requirements and deposit needed for reservations.
How do I join the brew club?
Our monthly homebrewer meetups welcome all experience levels. Visit our Facebook group or attend a meeting at 7pm on the third Monday of each month.
Is food available at the pub?
We provide bar snacks and allow customers to bring their own takeaways with sauces provided. The menu changes daily based on beer pairings.
How accessible is the pub?
Located in a converted Victorian butcher's shop with level access. We have limited seating for larger groups but welcome assistance dogs at all times.
