Our customers are like family; our taproom is our home. When we open our doors each day, we know that good times are in store, full of the enjoyment that comes from sharing quality beer with good friends. Our calendar features events ranging from classic game and trivia nights to yoga in the taproom. And we make sure to feed you too, with food trucks onsite most Friday and Saturday nights, and our own menu of pretzels and grilled cheese available daily. Bring your own take-out food if you would like; we want you to feel at home, too.

Looking to host an event at Idle Hands? Email us!

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    Brewer’s Select Pils - German Pils (1/2 liter) Gretel is getting a rebrand! Brewed with a very traditional focus using 100% noble hops and a simple grain bill. The result is a snappy Pils with a light grassy character and touches of spice in the finish. 4.6% | $9.00

    Kiwi Love - Pale Lager (16oz)
    One of the pleasures of our small-batch brewing is the freedom to explore unique ingredients in innovative ways. Kiwi Love is a testament to this spirit of discovery. Crafted with a distinctive blend of specialty malts, fermented with a nuanced yeast profile, and finished with vibrant, fruit-forward hops from NZ, this lager offers a refined yet unexpected take on a classic style.
    4.9% | $9.00

    Dunkel of Doom - Dunkelweizen (20oz) - An almost forgotten German style in modern times, the dunkelweizen was once a very popular style in Bavaria. The blend of malty chocolate and yeast-derived bananas notes creates an almost dessert like beer that will stand up well to hearty, cold weather dishes and roasts. 5.2% | $9.00

    Blueberry Ale - Blueberry Ale (20oz) - The quintessential New England brew that fuses the vibrant essence of ripe blueberries with the chill vibes of summer days. Crafted for those laid back moments. Best enjoyed poured over fresh blueberries! 5.5% I $9.50 CAN POUR

    Brunhilda - Munich Dunkel Lager (1/2 liter) Breadcrust with notes of cola nut and dark chocolate. A light fruitiness comes through as the beer warms. 5.5% I $9.00

    Klara - Dortmund Lager (1/2 liter) Cracker-malt profile w/ herbal & citrus hop notes. Finishes with a mineral-like dryness typical of the style. 5.5% I $9.00

    Emelyn - Vienna Lager (1/2 liter) Toasted bread crust with a soft malt sweetness and slightly fruity finish. 5.5% I $9.00

    Farmhouse - Pale Ale (16oz can) An American twist on the easy drinking farmhouse ale. Tropical and stone fruits pair with subtle bubblegum and pepper flavors. 5.6% | $9

    Bare Branch - Brown Ale (20oz) - Robust and flavorful deep brown ale with a sweet nutty and roasty malt profile. Brewed for those times when apple picking, leaf raking, and neighborly gatherings around backyard fire pits are what it’s all about. 5.8% | $9.00 CAN POUR

    Weis'n Fest - Fest Lager (1/2 liter) Our take on modern German Fest Lagers. Pours a deep gold color with flavors of sweet malt, artisan bread and a light note of crackers. Think of it as a stronger Munich Helles that is representative of what is served in the tents in Munich currently. 6.2%| $5.00

    Four Seam - NEIPA (16oz)
    This tropical paradise combines flavors of citrus, mango, and guava with a soft bitterness and malty backbone.
    6.6% | $9.00

    Rock Circuit - NEIPA (16oz) - Explore new flavor trails with Rock Circuit NEIPA. Built on a silky oat-forward base, this brew breaks from tradition by swapping the usual hops with Columbus, Cashmere, Comet and Vista. The result? A refreshing blend of citrus, tropical and herbal notes that's as bold as the path less traveled. 6.6% | $5.00

    34 - Robust Porter (16oz) - Notes of dark chocolate, burnt caramel and dark fruit attack the palate while the sturdy malt body provides ample strength to hit anything thrown at it. A touch of sweetness persists through the finish balancing out the strong character found throughout the beer. 6.7% | $9.00

    Alpha Fury - West Coast IPA (16oz)Unapologetically bitter as F West Coast style brewed with copious amounts of Columbus, Centennial, Chinook, and Cascade hops. Take a sip and relish in its intensity. 7.2% | $9.00

    Six Seam - New England Double IPA (12oz) - Pillowy soft body with strong notes of peach, apricot, mango, and pineapple and a touch of spice. Low bitterness. 8.2% | $9.00

    Grand Cru - Winter Ale (12oz) - Inspired by the rich Belgian brewing tradition, our Grand Cru is crafted to warm the soul as the colder months arrive. This boundless style shines with a delicate blend of citrus peel, coriander, and a hint of nutmeg, enhancing the complex flavors from our Belgian house yeast. 8.6% | $9.50

    Non-Beer Options

    Mango-Lime Seltzer 5.5%

    Non-Alcoholic Options

    Athletic Brewing Co. Upside Dawn Golden Ale

    Athletic Brewing Co. IPA

    Guinness 0

    Spindrift Seltzers

    Flights of 4
    Idle Hands Flight

    Seasonal Flight

    Ticker's Delight
    Pick any four of your choice

    TO-GO (4 packs)

    34 | $14.75

    Bare Branch | $14.75

    Brunhilda | $15.25

    Blueberry | $14.75

    Emelyn | $15.25

    Farmhouse Pale | $14.75

    Four Seam | $18.00

    Grand Cru | $18.00

    Brewer's Select Pils | $14.75

    Kiwi Love | $15.25

    Rock Circuit IPA | $18.00

    Coming Soon -Emelyn Vienna Lager

    Buy a full case, get $10 off!

89 Commercial St,

Malden, MA 02148

monday - closed

tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday 3 - 9 PM

Friday-Saturday 12 - 11 PM

Sunday 12-7pm

The Idle Hands Kitchen is now open!

Bavarian Pretzels

Eastern Standard Provision Pretzels with just the right pinch of salt to pair with your favorite Idle Hands brew.

Malden Melt Grilled Cheese

The old standby. The crowd pleaser. Made with love in our kitchen.

 

We’re a short, four-minute walk from the Malden Center stop on the MBTA Orange Line (20 minute ride from downtown Boston) and Haverhill Commuter Rail (10 minute ride from North Station).

Overflow parking is available one block away at Callahan Park (the lot across from Pisa Pizza) near the intersection of Charles Street and Pearl Street.

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HOST YOUR FUNDRAISER AT IDLE HANDS

Are you running the marathon? Helping out a local charity? If you are looking for a venue to host a fundraising event this January let us know! We will work with you to throw an amazing event featuring great beer! Bring in a large enough group and we will donate $1 per pour during the event to your fundraiser. Reach out to us today by emailing events@idlehandscraftales.com