Local Food Businesses in Spring Branch West (4)

4J Brewing Company is a family-owned craft nano-brewery owned and operated by four siblings. The “J” refers to their names – Jessica, Jackie, Joana, and Jennifer. They currently offer five varieties of craft beers ranging from 5.1% to 6.7% (plus non-alcoholic root beer!). This 100% female-owned and female-brewed operation is based in the Houston/Spring Branch area and serves Amber Ale, Blonde Ale, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale, and American Stout at their taproom. The 4J’s beers are only available at their taproom. The siblings have decorated the place with many repurposed items from the 4J Ranch. (Mom and Dad also own 4J Ranch in Blue, Texas.) They also accept special private events at the taproom and offer memberships into the 4J Ladies. The 4J Ladies hold monthly events on the last Thursday of each month, and usually invite female business owners to talk about their expertise.

ChipMonk Baking is a Houston-based keto and diabetic-friendly bakery that “delivers the best low carb, sugar-free, and keto-friendly” treats. Such are sweetened with a sugar substitute blend of monk fruit and allulose. “If you’re looking for a healthier alternative to your traditional cookie or looking for something that fits your dietary restrictions, look no further.” This company is “legit diabetic-friendly!” Their cookies “aren’t huge but they are soft and moist and have no weird flavor or aftertaste.” They also “tastes like regular cookies,” you “can’t even tell they’re sugar-free and low carb.” Overall, “the customer service is awesome, the flavors and texture of the cookies are spot on, the delivery was quick, and the macros fit the ketogenic lifestyle.” What more could you ask for? “Eat ChipMonk cookies and let your vice become a virtue.” Don’t forget to “order the sampler pack” to experience all the “scrumptious” and “guilt-free” delights.

Nice Winery is a "family-owned winery that believes in organically farmed grapes". For a "great educational tasting" experience, you will need to call for reservations since the wine tastings "require reservations in advance". You will have a "fantastic time" and will learn "a lot about the business". They offer "outstanding" and "award-winning wines". "Be sure you reserve ahead" because "they book up quickly". They also donate proceeds from some of their tastings to extraordinary organizations and charitable causes. They are happy to make a silent auction donation. Check out their website too for any upcoming events. They also offer five different wine clubs geared toward wine education and exploration.