Samuel Adams Brewery

Out of the Way, but Worth It!

While in Boston, you should set aside a couple hours to tour the Samuel Adams Brewery.  It was a 20 minute train ride from downtown Boston.  The Brewery is only a couple block walk from the train station, so it will only take an addition few minutes to get there.  You'll find that you will be carded at the door, however, the tour is free so just have your ID ready.  While a bit touristy and cheesy, there is a postcard station as you enter where you can mail a free postcard to anyone in the USA.  Because I didn't know any one's address I mailed the postcard to my husband and I.  It was a fun reminder of our trip after we got home and received it.  You will go through the history of the Brewery as well as a quick lesson on the ingredients that they use.  From there you will see how the beer is fermented and brewed to reach it's desired taste.  The tour itself is quick and you only walk maybe 25 feet total.  The finale' includes sitting down and enjoying a taste test.  You will receive a souvenir glass to try up to four different varieties.  Definitely worth the trip!