After a few rounds of beer, the bathroom facilities of a taproom can be frequented as often as the entrance. As such, restrooms are a place where breweries can create one more space to bring joy or aid. A restroom is also a place of relief, hence the metonym, and well-appointed ones can offer some form of refuge while you do your business or take time to care for yourself.
In recent years, the restroom amenities offered in breweries and taprooms have continued to expand and become more thoughtful, creating more hospitable environments for all guests. Beyond decent paper products and good soap, here are the essentials — and special touches — breweries are keeping in mind when considering their washrooms today.
Soothing Music and Ambience
“We’ve started piping in meditative ambient music so people can get some respite from the all-out-assault of our usual playlist,” says Nick Nunns, founder and CEO of TRVE Brewing Co. in Colorado. Carrying the title of “Denver’s True Metal Bar,” TRVE is known to manifest that aesthetic throughout its taproom interior. Breweries can get loud, especially a metal-themed one, and for those trying to find some peace, the bathroom might be that unexpected salvation.
At Pure Project Brewing in San Diego, decorative stones line bathroom sinks and an overall “return to nature” vibe expressed in its bathrooms echoes the company’s branding and sustainable initiatives. “The bathroom could be the second most important area in the tasting room, by far,” says Chris Leguizamon, beer education
