Homebrewing continues to rise in popularity in the USA, with more than 1.1 million Americans brewing their own beer at home, according to the American Homebrewers Association (AHA). If you are already brewing your own beer at home, the next natural step may be to establish a taproom where family and friends can gather to enjoy your brews. While this undoubtedly sounds like a great idea, there are a number of things to consider when building a taproom at home.
Put Thought into the Design
While your brewing space is all about functionality, you can put your creativity to good use when designing your taproom. Some of the most important components of a taproom include comfortable seating and a warm and inviting atmosphere. Depending on the space you have available, you can choose to have both a bar area and alternative seating options such as couches or armchairs. Taprooms are known to boast impressive furnishings, and offer a range of entertainment options apart from the obvious drinking of beer. Draw inspiration from your favorite pub as far as decorative elements are concerned, and consider investing in a television, pool table, or even a gaming console to make your taproom even more appealing.
Ensure You Have All the Materials
Once you have finalized the design of your taproom, it is important to ensure you get all the materials needed to finish the room. If you’re lucky, you will already have a suitable room available that requires minimal construction to turn it into a taproom-worthy space. If construction is required, however, make sure you have all the materials you need to complete the project before you start breaking down walls or building bar counters. Apart from ensuring you have all the wood, plasterboard and tools you may require, also remember to have a variety of fasteners that are suitable to the materials being used. Too many DIY projects have gone awry because incorrect screws and nails were used. If you don’t have any confidence in your own DIY skills, it may be in your best interest to enlist the services of a professional, who will be able to help you create your dream taproom without you actively having to get your hands dirty.
Put Your Best Brews on Display
Another important consideration when building a taproom at home is the range of beers you will make available to guests. Although there is no harm in having close friends and family provide feedback on all your brewing attempts, you ideally don’t want to showcase anything but your best brews in your taproom. Always opt for quality over quantity. Even just a single good pale ale, porter or lager will attract more positive feedback than half a dozen of mediocre brews. Remember: you can always supplement your own offerings with a selection of craft beers from other microbreweries you admire.
Great pleasure can be derived from having a taproom at home. By putting considerable thought into the planning of your taproom, you can create a beautiful space to enjoy your brews in. Start brewing, get the construction underway, and turn a designated space in your home into the perfect domestic getaway!
Holy wow. This is awesome. I have to say, I never even thought about making a tap room in my home before. Now, of course, I need one.
Hey, thank you for these tips.
I’ve always wanted to have a taproom in my house but was also always daunted by the task.
Reading your article gives me an idea of where to start.
My husband would go crazy if I said he could build a taproom at home. Not sure that will happen though 🙂
I need to make my own tap room at home! This will be fun especially if there are important celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, etc. Thanks for the tips!
Wow super interesting would love to own a taproom. I would definitely drink too much beer.