Breweries & Distilleries
The Shenandoah Valley and surrounding small towns have a growing craft beer and distilling scene — from farmhouse brews to small-batch spirits. These stops mix relaxed tasting rooms and outdoor patios with local personality.
Whether you want a beer flight after a hike or a distillery visit with a side of local history, these are the most straightforward, active spots to include in a day out.
At a glance
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Small-batch breweries with local character
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Craft spirits and tasting flights at nearby distilleries
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Outdoor seating, live music, and casual vibes
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Most options within an easy drive from The Lodges
*Approx. Distances referenced below are from the property
Bald Top Brewing Co.
Bald Top Brewing Co. is a farmhouse-style brewery and taproom on scenic land in Madison County. The open space and occasional food trucks make this an easy stop for a beer flight after time outdoors.
Quarter-acre beers range from approachable core styles to experimental batches, and the laid-back atmosphere keeps the focus on local flavor and views.
Distance from The Lodges
Approx. 20 min drive · ~10 miles
Copper Fox Distillery
Copper Fox Distillery produces small-batch American single malt whiskies and gins using traditional floor malting and copper pot stills. Tastings provide insight into the distillation process and aging techniques.
A good stop for guests interested in craft spirits and local production.
Distance from lodge
Approx. 15 min drive · ~6 miles
Pen Druid Brewing
Pen Druid Brewing focuses on farmhouse-style beers brewed with local ingredients and wild fermentation techniques. The setting is informal and experimental, appealing to visitors looking for something outside the mainstream.
The brewery often releases limited batches and rotating selections.
Distance from lodge
Approx. 25 min drive · ~14 miles
Blue Quartz Winery & Brewery
Blue Quartz offers both wine and beer tastings in a laid-back rural setting. The combination makes it a convenient stop for mixed groups with different tasting preferences.
Outdoor seating and open space make it suitable for longer, relaxed visits.
Distance from lodge
Approx. 30 min drive · ~20 miles
Veditz and Company Brewing
Veditz and Company Brewing is a boutique brewery in Sperryville with a highly rated selection of small-batch beers. With river views and a relaxed taproom, it’s a favorite for guests who want craft beer with a low-key, local feel.
Distance from lodge
Approx. 30 min drive · ~12 miles
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Vibrissa Beer
Vibrissa Beer in Front Royal mixes craft brewing with live music and community vibes. The menu balances approachable core brews with seasonal and specialty beers — plus a social taproom that’s often lively later in the day.
It’s a good after-dinner stop or a casual meetup point on a brewery hop.
Distance from lodge
40–55 min drive · ~30 miles
Backroom Brewery
Backroom Brewery in Middletown is a neighborhood favorite known for easy-drinking craft beers and a diner-style food menu. It’s a local venue with a relaxed feel — useful when guests want a straightforward flight and food in the same place.
Distance from lodge
Approx. 60 min drive · ~35 miles
River Hill Distillery
River Hill Distillery in Luray crafts spirits with a focus on traditional still techniques, and the tasting room delivers a calm, hands-on experience. It’s a good way to mix spirits into an outdoor day that might include the town or nearby natural attractions.
Distance from lodge
Approx. 1 hr drive · ~45 miles