Gizmo Brew Works

Gizmo Brew Works is actually the former Roth Brewery that was saved from going the way of a number of other craft breweries in NC over the past 25 years.  Five guys and a girl that loved the beer pooled their money and resources together and bought the entire operation, changed the name and kept brewing beer.  Tyler from Foothills will be the head brew-master and I have all the confidence in the world that he will do a great job.

Most of the owners are tinker types so the name Gizmo just seemed to fit.  They are also home brewers so they know good beer.  On the day of our visit we met with Brian Shaw.  Brian gave the tour and kept it light and lively.  Brian is an Elementary School Librarian and while he isn't the "hot librarian" we all dreamed about he is owner/partner of a brewery and that makes him even better than the one every 7th grade male dreamed of.

Gizmo brews on a 2bbl system and has the smallest system for distributed beer in the state.  With 4bbl fermenters that means they must brew twice as much as any other brewery to just fill capacity.  They have ordered a larger system and will pass on the medal of smallest brewery to someone else.

They kept most of the Roth recipies since there was nothing wrong with Roth beer and lets face it... That's why the guys bought the brewery to begin with.  Gizmo like it's predecessor is more of a malt brewery and if your a hop head your just going to have to suck it up and enjoy malt for a bit while enjoying these brews.

Raleigh Red is the flagship beer for Gizmo Brew Works. This medium bodied amber ale has a distinct crisp, hoppy finish that lets you know what you are drinking but fades away to let you enjoy the sensation time and time again. This is a beer you will be back for.

Bee Keeper Honey Wheat Very crisp and clean. Brewing with orange blossom honey gives this beer a great citrus aroma and cleansing finish. Dry and only slight chill haze. Unfiltered and unadulterated. If you've read more than two of my writings you know that I am not a fan of Wheat Beer. However this one is very good and more than likely my "go to" beer for this brewery.

Dark Construct – Stout – 7.1% ABV
2013 Bronze Medal Carolina Championship of Beer
2012 Gold Medal Carolina Championship of Beer

Back to the tinker portion I mentioned earlier.  I was very impressed with the tap handles they have made.  It's well known that I am a welder by trade and a sub-par machinist by force so these handles made me smile.

Gizmo can be found all over the Triangle and now in select locations in the Triad.  As this brewery expands you will find them in more and more locations.  Stop in for a tour on Saturday and check Groupon for specials at times. 

Cheers!!!
http://gizmobrewworks.com/