Dank & Draft and the Heart of Ballard’s Beer Scene
- Roy G. Biv
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Ballard doesn’t take up much space on the map, but it’s packed with amazing choices for settling in for a couple of pints and a couple of games. With so many options within walking distance, it’s an easy place to lose track of time in the best way.
It’s also one of the places that inspired Dank & Draft, a fun card game designed for brewery tables that plays in less time than it takes to drink a pint. The game features real breweries from across the state, including Ballard favorites, Reuben’s, Stoup, Obec, Wheelie Pop, Lucky Envelope, Old Stove, Rooftop, Distant West, and Fair Isle.
In Dank & Draft, players build their own taproom lineup by drafting beers from rotating taps and playing action cards that shake up the table. The game is pocket-sized and finishes quickly, making it an easy companion for a brewery walk or a relaxed afternoon with friends.
The entire project was made in Washington, from graphic design by Handsome Meatball, to game development by Rainbow Rabbits Games, and printing and packaging at Seattle Printworks. Keeping everything close to home felt fitting for a game that celebrates the communities behind these breweries.
“I love walking into a local pub and seeing people gathered around a table with a deck of cards or a board game,” says Becky Young, creator of Dank & Draft. “You’ll see everything from cribbage and Go to newer favorites like 7 Wonders. My go-to is Azul because it’s small enough for the table and easy to play while having a chat. I wanted to make something that fits naturally on a brewery table. You can play a round in less time than it takes to drink a beer, and it brings out the same friendly energy that makes these spots so much fun.”
Dank & Draft is available at rainbowrabbits.com and at select participating breweries, just in time for the holidays! If Ballard is part of your regular rotation, you’ll spot plenty of familiar names in the deck. And if you’re playing inside a Ballard brewery, even better.
Grab a pint, grab the game, and draft your perfect lineup!
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