Apocalypse Brew Works

I first came here during the pandemic when there were still restrictions so I could only rate outside which at the time, was freezing lol. Now I have gotten to go inside a few times post pandemic. I have had their beer at beer festivals before coming here just didn't make it until first time last year. This brewery is located on Mellwood Ave. I read in another review there is a parking lot here but, I've never seen it. I've always parked on the street however, I've never had to walk really far. The few times I've been inside it is small but cozy in a way. There is only one bathroom on the inside, some bar seating and a few tables. They have bar snacks but no food, you can bring food or have it delivered. You will most likely pet a dog when you visit here, I have just about every time. I like seeing Sake and Hiro the brewery cats when I visit. They hang out in the brew room when the dogs are out. My favorite beer(s) is Atomic Amber and Cream nation. I've had just about all of them but those 2 are my favorite. Good beer and a great place for animal lovers to come to.

I recently paid my first visit to Apocalypse Brew Works and, damn, this is my kinda place!We went on a Saturday evening to a Star Trek viewing and I was, like, "Why haven't I been here before!??!".Apocalypse is very easy to get to, right off of the Mellwood exit. It's in a rather unassuming location and covers a lot more real estate than it looks like. Nestled directly off the off-ramp, you barely need to turn your steering wheel to make it into the parking lot.My first visit to any brewery starts with a flight, and then a pint or two. On this visit my flight, rather intentionally, ended with a Green Chile Wheat, which was so freaking good I had two pints of it after my flight. It's THAT good. I've always been a fan of chili infused beers and have to say, it's one of the best I've ever had.The Fallout Shelter (tap room) is aptly named and decorated in a -- you know -- fallout shelter kinda motif. A nice sized bar, 15 taps, and a little bit of snackery available for...snackerying.Outside they have a more-or-less permanent temporary tent set up. For the event we attended there was a table for the host and a couple stand-up tables (I love stand up tables). Also, a huge-ass Jenga set for your skill/amusement.The outdoor area is sizable and I can see where attending larger events here would be a blast. I imagine hundreds and hundreds...er...dozens of tables with umbrellas scattered across the land where beer lovers, friends and families, and even kids and dogs can hang out and enjoy a nice summer evening.While there's no food on the premises, you can BYOF (Bring Your Own Food. I just made that up.), have it delivered, and they have food trucks on occasion.I spoke to Leah (one of the owners) briefly and she seemed genuinely nice and looks like she absolutely loves what she does. In fact, the entire establishment has the feel of pride and of craftsmanship. Some breweries feel too....industrial and corporate. I didn't get that feeling at all at Apocalypse.I can see myself becoming a regular here. If you see me, say HI. I'll be the one sitting drinking a beer.

From the outside this place has lots of great vibe! Looks like it would be so fun to play outside with your friends and bring a big group. On the other hand, the inside is very, very small! Why do I give this brewery a five star? The people are very passionate about their beer, took the time to talk with us and even bring us back to where the brewing happens. One of the owners really showed how passionate he was and was very inviting to us. They have lots of heavy ABV as well as a clear diverse menu of unique types of beers. Something for everyone!But don't come here for food. There is no kitchen. This place invites dogs and we met so many great, beautiful creatures.

You mean....I've never written a review for Apocalypse Brew Works?! Inconceivable!I have had the opportunity to visit many times over the years. They don't have my favorite beers, but I can always rely on finding something I like well enough to have a glass or two of. Their summer staple, the Watermelon Crack, in particular is one of my favorites! Crisp, clean, perfectly sweet. A great hot weather beer.Unless there is a special event there though, this doesn't feel like a come-sit-and-drink brewery. It is more of a stop-in-taste-buy-for-carry-out kind of place. There is a very small indoor area with a couple high-top tables to stand at. But other than that, it is all outdoor space. And not much of it is covered. They might have a small pop-up tent or two out in the lot, and some oversized pub games (giant Jenga, anyone), but it is a mostly open and non-shaded blacktop lot.If there happens to be a special event or festival of some kind, there will be more seating and entertainment. But I stand by my first assessment, that if you are visiting this place on a whim on any given day, if you find it in its natural state of operation, you are probably not going to stick around too long. I have also had the pleasure of touring the facility and learning some more about their brewing a couple of times. Once was with a Yelp event and once was while with a group on the Derby City Brew Tours. If you get a chance, have them show you around. It is worth your time.I don't come here terribly often, only when there is a festival or other event really. But the beer is tasty and chilly and they are certainly worth a look-see.

We turned into what looked like a fallout shelter.  One of the oldest breweries in Louisville, Apocalypse Brew Works had the chain link fences, warning tape and gravel lot covered with fire pits.  Craft beer lovers were everywhere keeping warm by the fires and enjoying the 3 barrel-aged beers on draught.  You could tell these were diehard fans.  Apocalypse has the equipment, so they've been designated the local keg cleaner for several small breweries in town who don't have their own machine yet.  It's obvious, this craft community helps each other out!  And Apocalypse is expanding production, adding a canning line in a few months to keep up with demand.  Cheers!

This place is a gem. Super small inside area with only a few tables a few seats and not much more standing room but that is what makes it special. It was dark outside but it did look like the whole lot outside was set up for some summer fun. Definitely a place you would want to be when the weather warmed up. We arrived right at closing time but the bartender(BILL i think) was polite enough to give us a few minutes to enjoy a few of there beers. We ended up leaving with a couple t-shirts, a hoodie and a few growlers. One beer that really stood out was a whiskey sour. Very unique. Definitely need to plan on being here when the weather is warm to set outside and enjoy some Apocalypse brew.

Apocalypse Brew Works is so chill -- you'll want to hang out here even if it's not the end of the world. This small brewery opened up right when the craft beer craze was starting. And despite so many other breweries opening around town, it still stands strong. For those who haven't heard about it: Apocalypse's schtick is to "drink beer 'til the end." Its end-of-the-world theme extends from the names of the beers (Cream-ation and Atomic Amber, to name a couple) to the "Fallout Shelter" taproom to the fact that this brewery uses solar-heated water, grain reuse, material recycling and found objects and equipment in the brewery.If the End of Days comes, at least Apocalypse will be able to construct a brewery from what's left and we can drink away the end times. It also has a great outdoor area. Apocalypse is in a small building among a larger plumbing company. It's surrounded by chain link fence, and inside this space, picnic tables are set up. It regularly lends the space out for events, like the music festival Poorcastle, and food trucks. It's also dog friendly!And while you're chilling outdoors, venture into the Fallout Shelter for a beer. My favorite is Fallout Dust, a brew that uses peppercorns for a slightly spicy finish. The brewers are usually around and are open to chatting. Say hi to Leah, one of the awesome founders, if you come across her. And then kick back and enjoy the scene and the beer!

Apocalypse is the perfect spot to sip on something cold on a beautiful, warm day. The inside is really small, but they do have a large outdoor space with benches, games, and room for everyone's pups. Their selection is a bit smaller than others, but I did try a few that I could definitely come back for! The cream-ation and the watermelon crack (but who doesn't love that one?) Their pours do make up for it by giving you a tad more than others. Their parking is a bit tricky, and if you are parking on their property you will have to drive through their outdoor space, which could be tricky if there's a lot of people out there. It's also literally right off the highway, so it can also be hard getting in and out with so many cars flying by. Put this on your summer spot bucket list! I can definitely see this place being a fun hangout too at night.

Yes - they have a gluten free beer. The brewer is a woman getting it done!! They said to keep writing...

There are a lot of great breweries to go to in Louisville, but I have to say that Apocalypse is my favorite. It's unpretentious and all about good beer and great company. I ordered a custom growler for my sister and her boyfriend as a Christmas gift and decided to fill it with some local, Louisville beer. I went to Apocalypse to get it filled and was delightfully surprised to learn that it's only $10 to fill a growler! That just solidified my choice that Apocalypse is the best. Since all their seating is outdoors, it's a great place to go during COVID. Masks are required unless you're seated at your table and they only allow one person/pair of people inside the brewery to order at a time.They often have a food truck there and sometimes even live music!