Windsor Homebrew Supply Co

Cool store

If you are looking to either start home brewing, or just need a few ingredients, this is the place. I recently took a introduction beer making class here and the owner, Scott, did an excellent job. In about 2 hours, he went from boiling the water to putting in the hops, to cleaning the bottles, to bottling the beer! Everything was hands on and he lets volunteers help with transporting the beer from one device to the other. Everyone also got to fill out their own bottle of beer, however… unfortunately not to keep!!! He says its something to do with alcohol licenses or WHATEVER… haha But still pretty neat to finally see all the basic steps to brewing broken down and down right in front of you.
Within the shop, you can find practically everything you need to successfully brew beer. He also has a variety of hops and grains, and even spices to give your beer its own character. There are also kits if you want to make a particular type of beer. Scott is great and so friendly to talk to, I’d highly recommend coming here!

I do enjoy shopping here. Nice staff, very knowledgeable. I have been back many times since my first visit.

Let me cut to the chase — this is the greatest homebrew shop you’ll ever find, and there is no reason to go anywhere else. There is no reason anyone could give Windsor less than five stars, ever.
I could talk about the amazing selection of grains, hops, yeast, and equipment. I could talk about the fact that before Windsor opened, there were no options for a real homebrew shop within 15 miles of Costa Mesa. I could talk about the amazing events and the community that’s been built around this shop — but in reality, this all boils down to one man: Scott.
Scott is single-​handedly the most friendly and genuine person you’ll ever meet. He’s extremely passionate and knowledgeable about all things beer, and it really shows. Almost seven days a week he’s sharing this passion with everyone who walks through the door. He will do whatever it takes to make you happy — from spending time answering a laundry list of questions, to specially ordering things you need, to helping you put together recipes. He inspires us all, encourages us to brew awesome beers, and probably doesn’t even realize yet that he’s created a brewing revolution in Orange County.
Also, unlike almost every other homebrew shop in LA and OC, Windsor is extremely welcoming to new brewers. If you’re even the least bit curious about homebrewing you owe it to yourself to stop in, it may just be the best decision you’ve ever made.
One tip — I highly recommend following Windsor on your choice of social media, because he hosts great events every month or so with local brewers that are extremely informative and an all-​around blast.

Nothing but great things to say! Scott has great selection (better than most other shops in OC) great prices, and is extremely accommodating! Everything is super clean and organized as well… I will definitely be making more trips here!

Great selection
Great prices (better than online)
Excellent service
Scott was more than happy to help me and gave me excellent advice. In a hobby than can be intimidating for beginners, he makes it very easy and approachable. He often hosts industry pros at the shop for talks and bottle shares like Pat Rue (The Bruery), Greg Nylen (Barley Forge) and Evan Price (Noble Ale Works). You’re in good hands at Windsor. This is the only place I would shop for homebrew supplies.
His shop is easy to find and conveniently located across the street from Barley Forge Brewing (two birds!).

I attended a beer making class here on Sunday from 1−3pm. It was very informative and entertaining thanks to Scott. The class is very educational and a little hands on. You can volunteer to complete certain brewing tasks and everyone gets to bottle a beer! The class is about 20 people and very casual. Only downfall is that there is no tasting or drinking during class. The store isn’t licensed to serve alcohol to customers who pay (for the class). They have special nights where vendors come in and give free tastings. More information is available on their website.

Scott has the best LHBS is Orange County. The store is the most organized homebrew store I have ever been in. Coupled with the excellent customer service, this store has won my business for life. Scott continues to go out of his way to make the homebrewing experience unforgettable.

Fabulous service and selection. Helpful staff and quality product. Thanks! I will be buying all my homebrew supplies at this local shop from now on :)

It’s nice to find a homebrew store closer to Irvine and after my first visit I am thrilled to have a legitimate alternative to online retailers and other local shops. Store was absolutely spotless and well organized. GREAT selection and Scott, whom helped me out was very knowledgeable and friendly, which is refreshing when compared to other local homebrew stores. Prices were comparable to online retailers and even a little increase is worth supporting this store so I have a place to pick out my ingredients first hand with friendly assistance. Finally a go-​to homebrew store that doesn’t have shipping delays.

Scott’s five-​star service that won this noob’s business for life.
Ive been dying to brew a mosaic ipa for months but could never find them at other local shops. Windsor does!
Searched for an extract recipe online and brought it with. Scott gave me some advice and milled the grains for me.
When I was walking around checking out equipment it dawned on me I actually gave him an all-​grain recipe. Such a noob. It wasn’t a problem though. I embarrassingly informed Scott of my mistake and he made the swap for liquid malt extract.
I’ll 100% be returning and would happily pay more for the service that comes from Windsor compared to Amazon, the big online stores, and even local competitors.

Clean comfy functional. Good display of malts — the hands on aspect makes it easy to find or check flavor. The bar stools were relaxing, i wanted to stay and talk beer.
Five stars, for working with customers to look up information and then collect the recipe ingredients on the fly. Sometimes we don’t go in entirely prepared and having the help to find that recipe information at point of sale is invaluable.

Love this homebrew store. Very well stocked and Scott is very knowledgeable. The store is also spotless, I have never been in a cleaner homebrew shop. Finally, prices are comparable to online retailers.

This place is awesome. Scott is very knowledgable and extremely helpful. The store is well stocked with all the equipment and supply’s a brewer needs. Scott made some really good suggestions for me on a complex Bourbon Barrel Porter recipe. I would recommend if you are into homebrewing, you should check out this store.

They have it all and are very knowledgeable professional and great customer service.

This a great shop for the home brew enthusiast. Scott has help me put together my CO2 system for 2 different kegerators. He’s got all the parts and is very nice to deal with.
Compared with other stores in OC he has the most hardware and components to put together what you need.

The number one place to go and purchase all your home brewing supplies. Scott and his wife are super friendly and they also have materials to make your own wine at home! They are both very knowledgeable and were extremely helpful with all of the questions that I had. Go check them out!

Even though I used to home brew back ²⁰⁄₂₅ years ago., and wanted to get back it to it. I started looking around for a home brew supply shop. Luckily Windsor Home Brew had just opened within ‘Crawling” distance from my home. Since I haven’t brewed anything in 20 years I took their beginner class for home brewing today.
Scott the owner is extremely helpful, informative, and knowledgeable. Worth every penny, and every second of your time!
On top of that… Their prices are extremely competitive with any discount home brew supply shop on the web! Without the shipping costs!
This place ROCKS! If your into home brew beer, or wines. This is the place! Check it out!

Great atmosphere and Scott is super nice. First time that I think I’ve ever not had to substitute a hop in an IPA (and I got 16oz of five different, uncommon types!).

The selection is great and Scott is super relaxed and knows what he’s doing. This will be my homebrew supply store of choice for the foreseeable future.