Fortnight Brewing Company

Microbrewery in Cary, North Carolina, United States 🇺🇸
Associated Venue: Fortnight Brewing - Cary

Established in 2012

Contact
1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, NC, 27511, United States
Description
A couple of Yorkshiremen, a Geordie, and a Columbian drug lord walk into a bar, share some pretty underwhelming pints, and decide they can do better. And thus it was that Fortnight Brewing Company was born.

Ok, so maybe there wasn’t a drug lord involved, but he was Columbian. And at least we have your attention now…

Anyway, Fortnight Brewing Company really was the brainchild of two friends from Yorkshire and a Columbian. (The Geordie came a bit later.) Work brought the Brits to the States, but it unfortunately didn’t bring along with them any of the classic English beer they enjoyed back home, not to mention that iconic British pub. So, like any hardworking (and headed) Yorkshiremen would do, they built it in their new backyard. Take one step into our taproom, with its rich mahogany, aristocratic portraiture, and loquacious regulars, you’ll be singing “God Save the Queen” in no time.

But no amount of tasteful décor and perfectly executed cask ale can change the fact that this is still America. We like our beer like we like our men: eclectic. (What did you think I was going to say?!)

Rest assured, America, we’ve got you covered. Sure, you can pop into the pub for an imperial pint of the finest English porter this side of the pond, but you can also follow that up with an American IPA that would make George Washington blush. Or a kombucha ale. Or a kettle soured ale. Or a barrel aged ale. Or a crisp, clean lager. Or a pastry stout that will actually make you believe you’re drinking dessert. We’re British; we’re not one trick ponies. Cheers!

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7
Appearance - 6 | Aroma - 8 | Flavor - 7 | Texture - 6 | Overall - 7

Can sample at The Amazing Canival. Clear golden amber color, white head. Aroma of light citrus and caramel. Taste is lightly fruity caramel. OK.

Tried from Can on 05 Oct 2016 at 13:52


5

From the other day.

Tried on 30 Sep 2016 at 06:11


7.5
Appearance - 6 | Aroma - 9 | Flavor - 9 | Texture - 4 | Overall - 7

Draft. Clear amber brown color, light tan head. Earthy aroma. Taste is lightly bitter and earthy, subtle flowers. Well done.

Tried from Draft on 19 Sep 2016 at 21:22


5.4
Appearance - 8 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 5 | Texture - 4 | Overall - 4.5

Can with no date info into a chalice. A: Poured hard to a 2 finger tan head of bubbly, fading head. No color seen thru the black body. S: Bitter and sweet chocolate, roast and some fruit like cherry or currant. T: Bitter/sour fruity taste leads into a smooth chocolate with a tart fizzy finish. M: Light body with more carbonation than expected. Not really dry finish. O: Not sure what to make of this but seems too fruity and fizzy. Certainly don’t think it’s a repeat purchase.

Tried from Can on 26 Jul 2016 at 13:33


3.9
Appearance - 6 | Aroma - 4 | Flavor - 3 | Texture - 4 | Overall - 3.5

Can. Smells a little like some of gramma’s permanent hair treatment. Big bubbly head. Looks darker pale like a yingy. Initial taste is quite strong with alky notes laced with a small amount of what seems to be, but is not quite like, coffee. Could be a little more civilized fer sure. Finishes with an almost dull coarse fruit beer effect. Has to be at least 6% if not more. A little difficult to get used to.

Tried from Can on 16 Jun 2016 at 15:06


4.5
Appearance - 6 | Aroma - 5 | Flavor - 4 | Texture - 4 | Overall - 4

Bot, nice pour. Smells a little sweet. Yes, esb with hints of hops. Not much but enough to make it feel just a little medicinal. Hints of laky laced fruit on the finish. Some co2.

Tried on 06 May 2016 at 14:04


6.1
Appearance - 8 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 6 | Texture - 6 | Overall - 5.5

From a 12 oz can. Pours a clear pale gold with a thin off white head. Bready nose. Sweet flavors. Light bitter finish.

Tried from Can on 11 Apr 2016 at 21:25


6.6
Appearance - 8 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 6 | Texture - 8 | Overall - 6.5

From a 12 oz can. Pours a clear amber with an off white head. Aroma of bread and citrus. Flavors of caramel and ripe fruit. Light bitter finish.

Tried from Can on 11 Apr 2016 at 21:23


7.2
Appearance - 8 | Aroma - 7 | Flavor - 7 | Texture - 8 | Overall - 7

From a 12 oz can. Pours a clear cola brown with a frothy tan head. Aroma of coffee and chocolate. Flavors of tobacco and leather. Bitter roast finish.

Tried from Can on 11 Apr 2016 at 21:17


6.9
Appearance - 8 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 7 | Texture - 8 | Overall - 6.5

From a 12 oz can. Pours a clear amber with an off white head. Nutty aroma. Subtle flavors of coffee and toasted malt. Light bitter finish.

Tried from Can on 11 Apr 2016 at 21:15