The Tripel in Playa Del Rey may only have a license for beer and wine, but cocktails are not a problem.

Chefs Brooke Williamson and Nick Robert – the cute couple behind Redondo Beach’s Hudson House – are making serious cocktails a priority at the Tripel where the liquor license doesn’t allow for the hard stuff.

Bellying up to the bar at 333 Culver Blvd, also known as The Tripel.
Bellying up to the bar at 333 Culver Blvd, also known as The Tripel.

With 14 craft beers on tap at any given time and an even longer list of beers in bottles and cans, they have plenty of ammo to get creative with beer-based cocktails. Seasonal ingredients inspire the creations so expect something different with each visit.

Here are a few of the beer cocktails* the South Bay Foodies tried during a visit to this cozy establishment that’s one part pub, one part wine bar.

Holiday Spicce Cake, but drinkable.
Holiday Spicce Cake, but drinkable.
Sour Grapes for the initiated.
Sour Grapes for the initiated.
Bavarian Pear, the golden child
Bavarian Pear, the golden child.

But the journey dosen’t end here. I would be amiss if I didn’t mention the lovely food that was paired with these beverages. You’ll find that by following this link to The Los Angeles Beat. I have to give a shout out to The Beat for putting me into the position to visit The Tripel and provide you with this review.

* Prices and menu items are subject to change without notice. Some items mentioned in this article were provided on a complimentary basis for the purpose of this review. This story was accurate when it was published and reflects the uninfluenced opinions of the reviewers.

4 Responses

  1. Big fans of the tripel. Where else can you get Belgian beers on tap and homemade pickles. It’s a regular stop on the way home for a pint and some takeout.