Virginia

[JBP]

http://www.dailypress.com/business/dp-tidewaterbiz-newport-news-brewery-20180611-story.html

"Another brewery coming to Newport News..."

"The beers will include pastry stouts like a salted caramel milk stout, hoppy IPAs, fruited and sour beers..."

"A recent homebrew used Fruity Pebbles cereal in the boil and Lucky Charms in the fermenter, he said..."

 

[Hanzo1]

"Hey, we should just work on the basics. Most of the breweries around Hampton Roads suck or at the very best live in mediocrity, if we can just make good beer we'll be a step ahead".

"**** that, where's the fruity pebbles?!"

 

[bramsdell]

Anyone going to Solace's anniversary? I have a couple of friends thinking about going.

 

[psnydez861]

Coming down to Sandbridge, VAfor vacation next week with the family.

Any nearby bottle shops anyone reccomends?

A couple years ago all I could find was a total wine that had a decent selection but was wondering if there were any other options.

I plan on hitting up Reaver Beach because I’ve been impressed by the couple BA wild ales I’ve had from them and see that that have gotten into the haze craze.

Any other local breweries reccs are appreciated as well!!

Cheers.

 

[Shilt]

Coming down to Sandbridge, VAfor vacation next week with the family.

Any nearby bottle shops anyone reccomends?

A couple years ago all I could find was a total wine that had a decent selection but was wondering if there were any other options.

I plan on hitting up Reaver Beach because I’ve been impressed by the couple BA wild ales I’ve had from them and see that that have gotten into the haze craze.

Any other local breweries reccs are appreciated as well!!

Cheers.

Can’t speak on Bottleshops as I haven’t been to Sandbridge in a few years. However, there are a couple breweries on your way that are absolutely worth checking out. Commonwealth and Benchtop are both solid options. Esoteric is a fantastic beer bar. I’ve heard Big Ugly is pretty good as well, but haven’t had any of their beers. Unfortunately none of these are particularly close to Sandbridge so Reaver is likely your best bet. If I had to choose one to go to it would be Benchtop though. Enjoy your trip!

 

[psnydez861]

Can’t speak on Bottleshops as I haven’t been to Sandbridge in a few years. However, there are a couple breweries on your way that are absolutely worth checking out. Commonwealth and Benchtop are both solid options. Esoteric is a fantastic beer bar. I’ve heard Big Ugly is pretty good as well, but haven’t had any of their beers. Unfortunately none of these are particularly close to Sandbridge so Reaver is likely your best bet. If I had to choose one to go to it would be Benchtop though. Enjoy your trip!

Thanks!!!

 

[maltytasker]

Bottlecraft is probably the best place kinda near there . They have a great selection on the shelf , in the cold case and on tap . They allow bottle shares too . They get Benchtop Cans but they don't last long . At Hilltop , across the parking lot from Tapped - a good beer bar and restaurant . Total Wine , Whole Foods/ the Porch bar and Wasserhund Brewing are within a few blocks of there .
I agree with everything Shilt said . If you come down the Eastern Shore you will be about a mile from Commonwealth when you get off the CBBT . You can find a few of their beers around here but should go there if you can . And Reaver is a great option . Some nice sours and I like the Bones series of hoppy beers .
Have to mention Grape and Gourmet , They've been the best shop in the area for a long time . Worth a stop if you are near there .

 

[psnydez861]

I forgot about grape and gourmet. I followed them on IG years ago when I was researching the area but never made it there.

Thanks for the info maltytasker

 

[maltytasker]

Just heard that New Realm in Va. Beach opened today . Mon - Thursday hours 4-11 . Was looking forward to it . Will get there in a few days . I tried one of the IPA's Friday nite at Lynnhaven Pub and liked it .

 

[Beerontwowheels]

Just heard that New Realm in Va. Beach opened today . Mon - Thursday hours 4-11 . Was looking forward to it . Will get there in a few days . I tried one of the IPA's Friday nite at Lynnhaven Pub and liked it .

Drove past the New Realm space Sunday afternoon on the way back from Reaver Beach Brew Co. New Realm’s facility is f’n huge. Was surprised to see such a big space for a brewery I’ve never heard of.

 

[Hanzo1]

Drove past the New Realm space Sunday afternoon on the way back from Reaver Beach Brew Co. New Realm’s facility is f’n huge. Was surprised to see such a big space for a brewery I’ve never heard of.

It used to be Green Flash, New Realm just slid in there after GF ****** up.

 

[psnydez861]

Drove past the New Realm space Sunday afternoon on the way back from Reaver Beach Brew Co. New Realm’s facility is f’n huge. Was surprised to see such a big space for a brewery I’ve never heard of.

I noticed it on our drive to sandbridge the other day. Absolutely massive compound!!!

 

[psnydez861]

It used to be Green Flash, New Realm just slid in there after GF ****** up.

This makes a lot of sense.

 

[theredflame2]

Anyone hitting up the answer for anniversary week? New to the area, how early do I need to get there? Is this like Chicago, show up 3 days ahead of time or will an hour early work

 

[mvl339]

Oxbow FPA 4-packs have hit the state, that is all

 

[bramsdell]

Does anyone know (have a good guess, really) if Aslin will have some 4-packs for sale tomorrow around 4-4:15pm? I have to come back from Dulles tomorrow and I'm never that far out in VA. We're having some people over for dinner who would probably enjoy some, so I thought I may stop in. No chance I'm going out of my way if there's nothing there though.

 

[Beerontwowheels]

Does anyone know (have a good guess, really) if Aslin will have some 4-packs for sale tomorrow around 4-4:15pm? I have to come back from Dulles tomorrow and I'm never that far out in VA. We're having some people over for dinner who would probably enjoy some, so I thought I may stop in. No chance I'm going out of my way if there's nothing there though.

I would bet they will have some cans still for sale. I've never gone quite that late in the day, but they seem to be flush with cans most Saturdays.

 

[bramsdell]

I would bet they will have some cans still for sale. I've never gone quite that late in the day, but they seem to be flush with cans most Saturdays.

Thanks. Only ever been on Saturday AM, but I’m hoping. Still pick up cans at their Herdon brewery? Their website sucks.

 

[Beerontwowheels]

Thanks. Only ever been on Saturday AM, but I’m hoping. Still pick up cans at their Herdon brewery? Their website sucks.

I can never tell which location is active for cans. I went to the Elden st location for the Black Friday stouts last year and then to the original location for the latest Honolulu bottle. Check Instagram, I guess.

 

[Shilt]

Just an FYI, but Tabol Brewing (ncaudle brewery) just opened yesterday. Any TBer’s that make their way down to RVA should definitely check it out. #shamelessplug

 

[Don2]

Just an FYI, but Tabol Brewing (ncaudle brewery) just opened yesterday. Any TBer’s that make their way down to RVA should definitely check it out. #shamelessplug

ISO

 

[Shilt]

ISO

Going today. I got you.

 

[bramsdell]

I can never tell which location is active for cans. I went to the Elden st location for the Black Friday stouts last year and then to the original location for the latest Honolulu bottle. Check Instagram, I guess.

I went around 4:30pm to their Sunset Park Drive location and they had plenty of cans and no line.

 

[Beerontwowheels]

I went around 4:30pm to their Sunset Park Drive location and they had plenty of cans and no line.

I almost stopped in around that same time, but had already spent a decent chunk at Ocelot on their Talking Backwards release.

 

[neorunner]

I almost stopped in around that same time, but had already spent a decent chunk at Ocelot on their Talking Backwards release.

We really gotta co-ordinate better.

Enjoy your Bell's while you can, they are pulling out.

 

[Beerontwowheels]

We really gotta co-ordinate better.

I'm reminded of this every time I show up and you aren't already there.

Olde Smoke's brisket was garbage.

 

[Beerontwowheels]

Enjoy your Bell's while you can, they are pulling out.

Hadn't heard this. Article for those interested:
https://www.richmond.com/food-drink...cle_685e2ebe-1028-50e4-b180-64feecdba852.html

 

[neorunner]

I'm reminded of this every time I show up and you aren't already there.

Olde Smoke's brisket was garbage.

I ordered it, and took it back because it was ice cold. Told them as much, they offered to bring me more brisket that ended up also being cold. I gave up and threw it out as to not risk food borne illness.

 

[neorunner]

Hadn't heard this. Article for those interested:
https://www.richmond.com/food-drink...cle_685e2ebe-1028-50e4-b180-64feecdba852.html

If you're wondering why a Richmond distributor is affecting other parts of the state, in VA a brewery can't sell to one distributor and not another.