Brewery Tour of Richmond, VA
Join Richmond Brewery Tours for an insiders look at Richmond's premier brewery district - Scott's Addition! The beer scene has exploded since landmark brewing legislation in 2012, and we can’t wait to show you the best our city has to offer on our Richmond Brewery Tour.
Highlights include:
- Visit three unique breweries to taste a few of their best beers – plenty included to keep your thirst quenched
- Hear a brief discussion on how beer is made, and how different steps of the process come together to create your beer
- Learn about Richmond’s beer past and present from our expert guides – they know their Richmond beer scene like the back of their hand
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Brewery Tour of Richmond, VA
What's included in Brewery Tour of Richmond, VA
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At The Veil, we'll get to sample three beers from a pioneer in certain brewing techniques in Richmond! About Legend: The Veil opened in 2018 after the head brewer did brewing stints in Virginia, New England, and Belgium. They were the first to use a koelship and spontaneous fermentation in Richmond, and remain among the most process-focused breweries you'll find anywhere. Inside The Veil, you'll find a unique Japanese pub fare concept, Nokoribi. During your tour, you'll sample some popular items from the menu in addition to the beer tastings.
Vasen Brewing Company
At Väsen, we'll sample up to three of their unique beers! About Väsen Brewing: The Swedish word “väsen” honors our Scandinavian heritage and translates as one’s inner essence or way of being. At Väsen Brewing Company, brewing is about creating and appreciating something greater than yourself. Our beer is a medium through which we express ourselves and our appreciation for our environment. We brew to inspire others to chase the things they love. Väsen beers combine the experimental spirit that defines American craft beer with the rustic and funky flavors of Belgian farmhouse and sour ales.
Ardent Craft Ales
At Ardent, we'll get to taste 2-3 of their award-winning beers, in at least two different styles. About Ardent: Ardent Craft Ales began in 2010 as a garage-based co-op in Church Hill started by two friends who just wanted to learn more about making beer. Their audience grew month over month until they began to think seriously about opening a commercial brewery. After months of planning, fundraising, and renovating, Ardent’s Scott’s Addition location opened in 2014. The Ardent Saison is a crowd-favorite that’s always on tap, and the Earl Grey Brown Ale makes a unique and tasty choice.
Inclusions
- Food tasting at Nokoribi, the Japanese Pub Fare concept inside The Veil (subject to change to another food pairing if Nokoribi is unavailable)
- Beer samples at each brewery
- Guide gratuity
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Your guide will be waiting inside at The Veil - Scott's Addition
End Points
- Most tours will end at a nearby brewery like Ardent Craft Ales, for example. This is within a few blocks of the meeting point.