Caldera Tap House

I'm glad I found this brewery before I left Ashland on my road trip because it was possibly the highlight of the trip!  I was hoping that this cute town would have a special brewery to match and this is definitely the one.

Most memorable beers were the Rose Petal Golden Ale - a unique and complimentary version of the style and the Mogli - one of the best Chocolate Porters I have ever tried.  Took plenty to go with me on the road.

This place RULES.

Yeah, we all know the beer is good, but everything else is great too. The food is solid, and not too expensive (their nachos feed 3-4 people easily - and they also have tater tots on the menu - boss!). The service is quick and friendly, they have music every weekend or so (not that Ashland has the greatest music scene, but still), and the decor is sweet. Love this place, and I'll always come back here all the time, even if it's on the opposite side of town.

If you are a serious beer lover and find yourself in Ashland, Ore., you must go to this place.  Hell, if you're anywhere near Ashland, Ore., you must go to this place.  Best beers I've had on our West Coast trip, and frankly better than any I've had in our home area around Boulder, CO.  The Hop Hash is a hophead's dream.  And the Mowgli ... chocolate + beer = delicious.   Don't waste your time at the other brewpub in town (as we did).  Head straight to Caldera.  This place is a beer lover's paradise.