When it comes to craft beer, it is no surprise that Virginia’s capital city has played a huge part in the industry’s resurgence. In fact, Virginia’s oldest operating craft brewery is located in the city — Legend Brewing Company opened in 1994. It has since been joined by over 20 more breweries that…
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In the past 30 years, the craft beer market has emerged as one of Virginia’s most defining tourism features, growing from only a few breweries in the mid-1990s to over 210 in every corner of the state. And while the role of beer in Virginia has evolved since the earliest indigenous peoples began…
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Right across the Potomac from Washington, D.C. the Northern Virginia region of the Commonwealth is an interesting blend of historic urban areas, suburban communities, and rolling farmlands at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. But each of these landscapes have something in common; they all are…
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Virginia is home to some of the most delicious and creative beers anywhere, and there’s an excellent chance that while you’re reading this, somewhere in the commonwealth, devoted fans of craft brewing are gathered at the source to enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of the brewery boom that’s taken…
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Ask almost anyone what they think of when you say “Shenandoah Valley” and you’ll probably hear similar responses: pristine views of the surrounding mountains. But the Shenandoah Valley has more to offer than just beautiful scenery; the region is quickly making a name for itself in the craft beer…
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With summer on the way, you probably have spent at least a few minutes daydreaming about lying out on the sandy beach with the sound of the waves crashing in the background. What makes this thought even more appealing? A refreshing cold beer in your hand. If you’re heading to the beach this summer…
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Virginia’s craft beer scene just keeps growing, with big names like Stone Brewing opening East Coast locations in Virginia. But hundreds of locally owned breweries are popping up throughout the Commonwealth, creating some of the most popular craft beer destinations in the U.S. Whether you’re a…
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Southwest Virginia is beloved by outdoor enthusiasts because of rugged destinations like the Spearhead Trails, the Appalachian Trail, and challenging waterways like the New River. But there is much more to the region besides active, adventurous pursuits. The area has a number of buzzworthy craft…
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You set out on a Virginia beer trail one Saturday, looking to conquer a few of the craft breweries in your region with a handful of friends. All of the sudden, the image of a delicious cheesy pizza or a thick, juicy burger fills your mind, and you wish you could conjure up a meal without having to…
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A good Virginia craft brewery day is a fantastic way to enjoy your weekends during the summer. Take the pups along for your next brewery tour when you visit the pet-friendly locations listed below. Know of more Virginia breweries that allow dogs in your area? Leave a comment below to let us know…
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