The 10 Best Breweries in Virginia, United States

November 30, 2021 Rosalyn Ihle

Virginia can make American history come alive. Visit Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, tour Civil War battlefields, explore the living history museum at Williamsburg… the possibilities are endless (if the kids object, break up the historical sightseeing with a visit to Busch Gardens). Arlington, site of Arlington National Cemetery, is just across the Potomac River from all the major sites in D.C. In addition to beaches and historical attractions, Virginia has plenty to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Active families will love the Blue Ridge Highlands, where hiking, canoeing and tubing are just a few of the activities offered. Couples might enjoy a romantic mountain cabin in Virginia after a day of hiking in Shenandoah National Park.
Restaurants in Virginia

1. Capstan Bar Brewing

2036 Exploration Way, Hampton, VA 23666-6260 +1 757-788-7276 [email protected] http://www.capstanbarbrewing.com
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 6 reviews

Capstan Bar Brewing

2. Sly Clyde Ciderworks

207 E Mellen St, Hampton, VA 23663-1713 +1 757-755-3130 [email protected] http://www.slyclyde.com
Excellent
80%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 10 reviews

Sly Clyde Ciderworks

Sly Clyde is Virginia's first #coastal cidery, using 100% "craftily crushed" Virginia apples. All our ciders are produced on site by an award-winning team of cider makers. Join us in the tasting room (Starting August 25, 2018) for exclusive ciders, tours, and a lovely back patio. There are many restaurants in the area and Fort Monroe is less than a mile away!

Reviewed By 618deniset - Yorktown, United States

Walked around Phoebus and decided to deck into Sly Clyde’s. Gorgeous old home with beautiful woodwork! Enjoyed a drink on the back patio, soaking in the January sunshine! Very busy afternoon for them, with a food truck serving up some yummy pizzas. Great to see this establishment thriving in a cute little piece of Phoebus! Cheers, Sly Clyde’s!!

3. Cave Hill Farms Brewery

1001 Jacob Burner Dr, McGaheysville, VA 22840-2503 +1 540-246-1185 [email protected] http://cavehillfarmsbrewery.com/
Excellent
88%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 8 reviews

Cave Hill Farms Brewery

Reviewed By kristym373 - Medford Lakes, United States

We went to the brewery on a sunny Saturday and sat outside. There is so much to explore. The beer choices were delicious, and the inside of the barn was like nothing I've ever seen. Incredible nostalgia from America with old horse drawn carriages and the stories behind each one. The place is wayyyyyy better than anything we expected. We stayed for three hours but could have stayed forever. You won't be disappointed! . Worth the trip from JMU!

4. Starr Hill Brewery

5391 Three Notch D Rd, Crozet, VA 22932-3181 +1 434-823-5671 [email protected] http://www.starrhill.com/
Excellent
45%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 144 reviews

Starr Hill Brewery

Starr Hill Brewery is an idependently owned, regional craft brewery founded in 1999 in Charlottesville, Virginia. Among the most award-winning craft breweries on the East Coast, Starr Hill has won 22 Great American Beer Festival, World Beer Cup and Great British Beer Festival medals. Starr Hill beer is distributed throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern regions. Visit our Tap Room in Crozet to try our 24 rotating craft beers, as well as enjoy local food trucks on site daily, plus free brewery tours and free live music on weekends. Cheers!

Reviewed By Handsome-Young-Lad

The Starr Hill Brewery is a really neat place to visit. They have great beer on tap and bottles and cans available to take home. The staff was very friendly and polite. I would definitely come back if in the area.

5. Belmont Farms Distillery

13490 Cedar Run Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701-7715 +1 540-825-3207 [email protected] http://www.belmontfarmdistillery.com/home
Excellent
78%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 68 reviews

Belmont Farms Distillery

Reviewed By johnlt631 - Toms River, United States

This distillery has a fabouls array of whiskeys (bonded or not) and allows 6 tastings to pick out the best ones that fit your pleasure. The staff is extrememly knowledgable to let you know how the spritis are handled and checked. The plant is easy to find and able to have you sit and try the tastes and ask for others that may be better to your taste; including moonshine. This is the best one I found since the several others I went to try. They even have a sales fellow (Tim) who even comes to other states to show them around. Tim will be in New Jersey this month and you can always ask when he will be in your area or in another state.

6. Bold Rock Hard Cider

1020 Rockfish Valley Hwy Rt. 151, Nellysford, VA 22958-3078 +1 434-361-1030 [email protected] http://boldrock.com/
Excellent
77%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 372 reviews

Bold Rock Hard Cider

Located on the famed beverage corridor along Rt. 151 in Nelson County, the flagship Bold Rock Cider Barn opened in August 2014 and represents our company headquarters, center of operations and primary cider production facility. The ‘Chapel of Apple’ as it is affectionately known is a beautifully rustic timber framed barn overlooking the Rockfish River. Our staff will be happy to explain the process behind our award-winning craft hard cider and following a tasting, enjoy a pint, flight or delicious food from our Feed Room. The Nellysford Cider Barn is open daily at 11 AM.

Reviewed By Tribe93 - Manassas, United States

Bold Rock is my go to cider at the grocery store and visiting the cidery in Nellysford was a real treat. Nice atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating -- terraced above the Rockfish River which you can walk to and enjoy. Limited food menu at the moment due to COVID but everything we tried was delicious. First visit we were able to get draft cider (Friday). Our second visit three or four weeks later (Sunday) only had canned cider available. Had a flight sampler the first visit and loved all the ones I tried. Flight sampler not available the other visit. Not sure why the difference, but we just rolled with it.

7. Center Of The Universe Brewing Company

11293 Air Park Rd, Ashland, VA 23005-3436 +1 804-368-0299 http://cotubrewing.com/
Excellent
44%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 54 reviews

Center Of The Universe Brewing Company

8. Alewerks Brewing Company

189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188-2185 +1 757-220-3670 [email protected] http://www.alewerks.com
Excellent
65%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 348 reviews

Alewerks Brewing Company

Alewerks Brewing Company opened in 2006, foreseeing the increasing demand for quality local craft beer. Alewerks quickly established a reputation for fine brews with a commitment to classic standards while pressing boundaries with bold flavors. Loyal visitors return day after day, month after month and year after year to new developments as Alewerks expands its facility, reach and goals.

Reviewed By Dogwonder

We enjoyed a couple beers (Superb IPA, Thaw Amber Ale) from this local brewery. Both were superbly delicious. They have 16 beers on tap! We also had a hot doughy pretzel with some type of mustard sauce which was quite good. I wish we could have taken the tour, but we missed the last one. Smoking/vaping is prohibited (so we can all better enjoy the beer!). We were there on a Friday afternoon (4PM), and there was a great mix of people...not too crowded. It's definitely a fun atmosphere with so many choices.

9. St. George Brewing Company

204 Challenger Way, Hampton, VA 23666-1365 +1 757-865-2337 http://www.stgbeer.com/
Excellent
68%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 25 reviews

St. George Brewing Company

Reviewed By Jofo22 - Poquoson, United States

If you are looking for a beautiful space to hold a gathering and be socially distanced, then St. George Brewing Company is an excellent choice! We held a family gathering in the new outdoor space and it was perfect. The spacious tent with heaters kept us all cozy, while in an open-air, safe, and sanitized environment. We were able to reserve it for a reasonable fee and the staff was fantastic. The beer tasting was fun and delicious! With all the challenges right now, it was great to be in a place where we felt not only safe, but well cared for ~and we had a blast!

10. Old Bust Head Brewing Company

7134 Farm Station Road Vint Hill Farm, Warrenton, VA 20187 +1 540-347-4777 [email protected] http://www.oldbusthead.com
Excellent
66%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 88 reviews

Old Bust Head Brewing Company

Old Bust Head Brewing Company is an independent, solar-powered microbrewery in Fauquier County, VA west of DC. Our experience brewing traditional ales & lagers has helped us win awards in styles classic and creative. With beautiful views of slate roofed barns and refurbished campus-like brick buildings, Old Bust Head is part of a unique farm called ‘Vint Hill’ that for 50 years operated as a top secret military listening post. Familiar faces behind the bar share their love of craft in our 1950’s post & beam taproom while covered outdoor seating between our taproom and production area provides a welcoming environment for dogs and all-weather access to a rotating variety of food trucks.

Reviewed By rniber

Live about 5 minutes away and always see friends hanging out and enjoying an awesome craft brew, have seen some great musical acts and songs I've never heard anyone cover....super cool chill atmosphere.

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