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Idle Hands Craft Ales
@idlehandsbeer.bsky.social
Brewery & Taproom in Malden, Ma.
The weather is perfect, the beer is flowing and @sims.bbq will be popping up starting at 4pm. The best way to spend a Friday is at Idle Hands!

Swipe to see the menu Sim's is bringing tonight!
July 11, 2025 at 3:53 PM
The Yacht Rock Extravaganza is back for round 2 this Saturday!
including a shrimp boil!This is an epic patio party at the brewery featuring the best yacht rock and a special menu by
@revelryboston
July 8, 2025 at 3:12 PM
The world needs to know that we are only 8 days away from Girl Skull playing Malden Porchfest at Idle Hands.

Girl Skull - mature, unwellbehaved ladies, playing menopause metal, screaming about life and ladyparts.

They hit the stage at 6pm on May 31st at Idle Hands.
May 23, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Our new lager is here!

Introducing Sense of Place!

Brewed with emphasis on bold and rich malty character, similar to an American Bock, but with a higher hop presence adding herbal aromas and a big citrusy finish.

Available starting at 3pm in the Taproom!
April 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
SAVE THE DATE!

Our first Beer Garden of the season is taking place right in Malden Center at City Hall Plaza on Saturday, April 26th!

We will be joining forces with
@facesbrewing
to serve Malden made beer in the heart of Malden.
April 7, 2025 at 6:44 PM
The tornado has landed!

Introducing Golden Tornado Ale!

A clean and crisp light golden ale that finishes with a touch of melon and citrus; brewed with a simple grain bill and Huell Melon hops. Perfectly paired with summer sunshine and time spent in the yard, on the trail, or by the water.
April 3, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Join Friends of The Malden River and Idle Hands for their first Malden River and Neighborhood cleanup of 2025 this Sunday, March 23rd!

We will be meeting at Idle Hands at 10am but encourage everyone to head in early to check out Cafe Reynard (they open at 8)

www.eventbrite.com/e/1268994720...
March 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
#MassBeerWeek!

Thursday 3-9pm

Friday 12-11pm w/ Lalu's Chicken making their Idle Hands debut at 4pm!

Saturday 12-11pm w/ Bocadillos making empanadas to order!

Sunday, before the beer starts at noon, Cafe Reynard starts their regular hours!

A few Mass Beer Week glasses remain!
March 6, 2025 at 7:11 PM
This is what drinking and eating local looks like.

Taproom open 12-11pm and @sims.bbq will be here starting at 4pm.

Support the business you love. #drinklocal #supportsmallbusiness
February 28, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Tomorrow morning Cafe Reynard is taking over the Taproom 8am-3pm for all your coffee needs. All beans roasted on site! Coffees made to order.

Oh yeah, there will be doughnuts by Lionheart Confections too!
February 26, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Laissez les bons temps rouler! Revelry N'awlins Cuisine is bringing the spirit of Mardi Gras to Idle Hands Craft Ales on Saturday, March 1st from 2-7pm. Join us for a festive celebration with authentic New Orleans cuisine, and delicious craft brews.
February 25, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Who is ready to crush some beer and oysters this Saturday?

Revelry is bringing the oyster party to the Taproom 2-7pm featuring raw, charbroiled and fried oysters.
February 20, 2025 at 4:30 PM
You have earned this one.

Sunday 12-7pm. Monday 1-7pm.
February 16, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Next Saturday we crush oysters and drink beers.

Saturday, February 22nd 2-7pm we are hosting an Oysterfest w/
@revelryboston
February 14, 2025 at 7:58 PM
It's like 2016 all over again. $7 full pours of Alpha Fury and Klara in the Taproom all month long (or until they are gone).

Drink in the savings by drinking local this month.
February 8, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Bourbon barrel aged goodness is being released today. It's time for the return of Double Crossroader. This beer is decadent and delicious and limited amounts are available on draft and in cans starting today in the Taproom.
February 7, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Make those Valentine's Dinner plans now!

We are once again partnering with @revelryboston to bring you an epic 3 course dinner complete with beer pairings for Valentine's Day.

Menu preview and tickets > www.eventbrite.com/e/1138474179...
January 29, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Tacos and beer! Birria Gordita pops up in the Taproom starting at 2pm.

Taproom is open 12-630. We are hosting a ticketed fundraiser starting at 630 and will reopen to the general public at 930.
January 25, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Happy Friday indeed!

Taproom opens at 12pm, Revelry pops up starting at 4pm.
January 24, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Don't wait until it's too late, make those Valentine's Day plans now.

Wednesday February 12 we are hosting a Valentine's Day Beer Dinner with @revelryboston and on Saturday February 15th we are hosting Heartbreakers and Heartthrobs Drag Show.

Tickets > eventbrite.com/o/idle-hands-c…
January 21, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Saturday we are hosting a Clothing/Food Drive and Fundraiser for Housing Families! We will be accepting items all day and from 2-7pm we will be donating $1 per pour to Housing Families.

Shelf-stable food items are most urgently needed right now
January 17, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Save some money and drink great beer. All January we will be featuring two different $5 full pours. Starting off with Rock Circuit IPA and Wies'n Fest.
January 9, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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.
December 12, 2024 at 3:44 PM
Taproom only deal on gift cards! For every $50, get another $10 gift card!
December 3, 2024 at 6:15 PM
Get ready for the most iconic holiday bash of the year! 🎉 Join Kiera's Cabaret for the highly-anticipated Claus For A Cause Holiday Drag Show on Saturday, Dec 14th at Idle Hands benefitting North Shore Alliance of GLBTQ+ Youth. Tickets > www.eventbrite.com/e/1071105187...
December 2, 2024 at 5:04 PM