May 6, 2012
I had read the reviews of how small the selection was and still I was disappointed. WOW, what a small selection albeit 100% non-macro. Also disappointed that they didn’t have the trader Joe’s vintage ales. On the bright side I got a great deal on seven average beers I’ve never had before. If I go back its for the fresh produce and inexpensive wine not the beer.

March 20, 2012
I’ve been here a ba’jillion times and their beer selection will not be the highlight of your journey. Some decent stuff...the Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout 4-pack always cracks me up because I know 90% of the customers have no idea that is one of the better imperial stouts on the market. Likewise, I barely know shit about their more-than-decent wine selection, but I am learning! Come for the food selection and great staff--not so much for the beer.

October 31, 2011
Trader Joe’s has very, very little beers to choose from. Very little quality. I’d rather go to Whole Foods than this place.

July 4, 2011
NOt much in the way of beer at all. Good wine selection, but this is not ratewine.com. Small nook of beer.

February 18, 2011
I don’t know why, and have no real explanation, just hate any Trader Joes. This one included

January 16, 2010
Small but good selection of craft beers in an enjoyable grocery store location. Plenty of unique food finds before you reach the far back corner beer area. Some Chimay, Sam Smith, but mostly beers brewed by contract for TJ’s. Not always great finds, but prices are as reasonable as you’ll find most anywhere. Very friendly service.

September 9, 2009
Like any other Trader Joe’s, the Cincinnati store (Kenwood) devotes more relative space and effort than other national markets to beer. The beer aisle generally has some interesting stuff, and the selection rotates frequently. A lot of local and regional brews are represented here, so you’ll find plenty of Christian Moerlein, Great Lakes, Hudepohl, and so forth. The house brand beer is generally worth trying out, too. The make-your-own-6 pack feature is nice and I wish more places did this.

January 7, 2007
This Trader Joe’s is located near the Kenwood Mall where the old Office Max used to be. They have a few (literally) micro and import beers, but the reason to come here is to get their "store brand" beer. Their beers are contract brewed for them by other reputable breweries including Firestone Walker, Goose Island, Unibroue, and others. This beer is generally inexpensive ($5 a 6-pack), but is pretty good - generally better than average. You can also mix and match 6-packs and/or buy singles. In addition to beer, they have a great selection of <$10/bottle wine and port and lots of great food for a good price as well.

August 4, 2006
There selection is subpar for the average beer snob but they do have a few interesting brews... I can recommend them on prices - some of their fringe stuff is pretty reasonable.

July 28, 2006 [ Updated September 5, 2008 ]
They have about a dozen beers made for Trader Joe’s and some beers that you see almost any where that sells craft beer and imports. Fine selection of interesting foods. Good prices on any of their beers.