The Evans Family, and their Ale
The Evans family was in the commercial brewing business for three
generations. The original brewery was built in Hudson, NY in 1786 and
was bought by the Evans family in 1860. It continued production until
prohibition in 1920. Its award winning ales were well known in the Northeast
and were also exported to England and France. Production levels peaked
in 1915 when 65,000 barrels of beer were produced at the Hudson Facility.
The brewery bottled its own beer in Hudson at one of the country's earliest
bottling facilities (1889) and later at a plant in New York City. The
family also malted much of their own grain in their malt houses at the
Hudson facility. C.H. Evans IV (Neil Evans) revived this rich heritage
at the Albany Pump Station in 1998, through
great food, and the creation of lovely hand-crafted ales.
Turn-of-the-century advertising from C.H. Evans Brewing Company is displayed
at the Spotty Dog, as well as pictures and memorabilia.
The Beer Menu (subject to change)
Kick-Ass Brown
A uniquely American style, this hoppy brown ale has twice been awarded
the Great American Beer Festival Gold Medal as the best in its class!
Crystal and Amarillo hops dominate the nose and palate of this mahagony-colored
brew, but the malt flavors come through nicely, especially as it warms.
Simply outstanding! 5.3% ABV (Alcohol by Volume)
Pump Station Pale
One of our most popular beers, this true American classic is copper in
color and quite hoppy. Ahtanum and Crystal create the hop bouquet while
Horizon provides bitterness. The judicious use of German Vienna malt provides
balance. 5.2% ABV
Bavarian-style Hefeweizen
An authentic wheat beer, with flavors of banana and clove produced by
the unique yeast used to ferment it. Malty, rich and delicious; my current
favorite. 5.2% ABV
Scottish Light
Our lightest tasting beer, copper in color with a soft malt character
and short finish. Only 3.2% Alcohol By Volume (ABV), making it extremely
quaffable
Call us for our most current ales on tap!