November is Brewing at CSB

NOVEMBER IS BREWING GIVE THANKS, DRINK LOCAL

The season of giving is upon us as we fall into November! Cold, dark nights are settling in at CSB, and we're not just talking about the weather. The highly anticipated release of Mocha Jo Porter is right around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited. Rich chocolate, fresh coffee, and a touch of vanilla make this seasonal porter one to mark your calendars for (November 25th!!).

Speaking of calendars, ours is packed with great live music, food pop-ups, a Thanksgiving fundraiser, game nights, and plenty more!

BEER

The Fall tap list is flowing with delicious seasonal brews and we have a lot to look forward to.

On November 25th, we release a very special brew… Mocha Jo Porter. Our dark winter porter is made with fresh coffee from our friends at Green Kettle Coffee, rich dark chocolate and Madagascar vanilla beans all balanced with a roasted malt body. To make things better, we are serving Mocha Jo in a pint glass instead of a tulip glass (that’s 3 more ounces for anyone keeping track). We will not be canning Mocha Jo this year so bring your growlers!

Another dark brew on the horizon is a new oatmeal stout. We don’t have a name for it yet and we are open to suggestions!

We also have a new IPA hitting the tap list this month… Hector IPA! Brewed with Nectaron, Vista, and Azacca hops, this hoppy brew delivers big tropical fruit flavors and aromas, balanced by a smooth malt body. So, why Hector? The original name was going to be Nectar, but that didn't feel quite unique enough. Hector rhymes with Nectar, so... yeah. That's pretty much the story. Sometimes the best beer names don't need much of an explanation.

TAPROOM EVENTS

CLUBS

Run Club meets every Wednesday at 6PM outside the brewery. This club is for all runners of any speed so stop by for a sweat and stay for a pint and a pizza!

Book Club already occurred this month but if you would like to join next month’s club, the book is “The Vanishing Half” by Brit Bennett. The upcoming club meeting will be December 1st at 6:30PM. As always, snacks encouraged!

GAME NIGHTS

Bingo Night is Thursday (11/5) at 7PM! Bingo is free to play with the purchase of a drink!

Trivia Night is Thursday, November 19th at 7PM! Trivia is also free to play, teams of up to six people, prizes awarded at the end of the night!

FOOD

Every Wednesday (4-10PM) and every Saturday (12-5PM) we serve fresh Carmine’s Pizza and Bavarian Pretzels. We also host a variety of food trucks and you are welcome to bring in any food! This month’s food includes Dulce Haus Cafe on 11/19, Vittles Southern Comfort food truck on 11/20, and Grazin Bites food cart on 11/25!

EVENTS

Acoustic Thunder will be back in the taproom on Friday, November 6th at 6PM. A great pop/rock acoustic duo that plays a variety of classic and modern hits, always a great energy when they are rocking the house!

We are teaming up with our friends from Kouign Bakery to give back to our community this Thanksgiving! Join us on Sunday, November 8th, for an afternoon of good food and beer, fun games and raffle prizes... all for a great cause! Our goal is to raise money to help provide Thanksgiving meals for local families through United Way of Meriden/Wallingford's Thanksgiving Basket Program. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $20 which include one beer, raffle prizes, food and treats from Kouign and more! We hope to see you there!

Check out Dave Crispino on Saturday, November 14th at 6PM for some awesome beer, great atmosphere and acoustic tunes. A favorite musician at CSB, Dave has 25 years of experience in solo acoustic with a wide range of popular songs.

Dulce Haus Cafe will be in the taproom on November 19th starting at 6PM offering up a variety of sweet and savory food selections!

Vittles Southern Comfort Food Truck will be at the brewery on November 20th from 5-9PM! Vittles is an artisan type food truck that serves insanely tasty fun foods. With a southern comfort theme, food is served with southern charm. From buttermilk fried chicken or pimento cheese burgers to banana pudding or fried Oreos, you’ll love a taste of the south in your mouth! Their menu also offers the vegetarian version of every item!

An extremely talented guitarist, Glenn Roth brings a smooth, melodic vibe to the taproom covering artists ranging from James Taylor to Bob Marley. It is always a treat to have Glenn perform in the taproom, check him out Friday, November 20th starting at 6PM!

The 2026 Wallingford Lions Chili Cook Off will be held from 2 to 4 PM right here at Center Street Brewing’s taproom! Tickets can be purchased at the door which will include a beer, chili tastings and a vote for your favorite chili! Join us for a fun tradition of good beer and chili!

Our famous Mocha Jo Porter is back on tap November 25th! Brewed using coffee from our friends at Green Kettle Coffee, this seasonal porter is smooth, rich and full of flavor! A must have beer for colder Wallingford evenings! Live music and Grazin Bites food cart will be in the taproom to help us kick off the release of our favorite seasonal brew!

Grazin Bites will be in the CSB taproom serving up beautifully crafted charcuterie boards, grazing tables, and handcrafted desserts. Featuring fresh, locally sourced cheeses, meats, fruits, and sweet treats, each spread is thoughtfully designed to create a delicious and visually appealing experience. Check them out on November 25th at 5PM!

With a wealth of knowledge, experience and a repertoire that includes hundreds of songs across multiple genres, Carla Gemma and Gemsong Acoustic are back performing at Center Street Brewing on Friday, November 27th!

Lastly, we would like to thank everyone for the continued love and support! We recently won the 2026 Readers’ Choice for Best Brewery and Best Craft Beer Selection! Thank you for everyone that voted!

We hope to see you soon and as always, please enjoy our beer responsibly! 🍺