by Jeff Maisey | Nov 2, 2025 | Beer, Brew News, News
(Porter Hardy outside the Smartmouth Pilot House in 2017) By Jeff Maisey On the eve of its 13th anniversary weekend, founding owner/president Porter Hardy IV announced Smartmouth Brewing Company would be closing its original location in Norfolk by the end of this...
by Jeff Maisey | Oct 6, 2025 | Beer, Brew News, News
Arguably the most popular seasonal beer amongst craft consumers continues to be the almighty pumpkin brew. We hear even witches, ghouls, warlocks, and ghosts thirst for the juices and accompanying spices of the gourd. One of the most popular made in Virginia is...
by Jeff Maisey | Oct 6, 2025 | Brewery Profiles
By Jennifer Waldera In 2020, Jay Smith was on the search for a vineyard to purchase in the Charlottesville area when he happened upon Glass House Winery. Instantly falling in love with the sprawling acreage, the unique greenhouse-style interior with colorful tropical...
by Jeff Maisey | Oct 6, 2025 | Brewery Profiles
By Michael T. Jarvis John Denver never visited Chilly Hollow Brewing Company in Berryville but it sure feels like it’s almost heaven thanks to the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah River. “Come chill at Chilly Hollow” is not just the brewery’s motto but...
by Jeff Maisey | Oct 6, 2025 | Beer, Brew News, News
(Fall seasonal beer releases, like those from Hawksbill Brewing Co, are popular with craft beer enthusiasts) By Jeff Maisey Virginia Beer Distribution Company Operations Manager Dakota Rust has released the list of new independent craft beverages being released for...
