In this month’s Brewery Spotlight, we talked to Skipping Rock Beer Co., the only brewery on the Beerwerks Trail situated on the site of a former garden center. Learn about their award-winning beer, the fun events Skipping Rock is planning, and the beers the staff highly recommends that you try.
What’s new or what’s coming up?
- Check out all of our upcoming events.
- We also just won a GOLD medal at GABF (Great American Beer Festival) for our Belgian Dubbel. This is available on draft and in cans to go. We are super proud and honored to have represented the Shenandoah Valley and Virginia in this national competition.
What are your go-to brews and what makes them unique?
I love our Kolsch. It’s light, crisp, and a delicious year-round beer. Our seasonal Oktoberfest beer is also super amazing and my current go-to brew.
What is something unique/quirky about the brewery that most people don’t know?
Ben Mullett, our Head Brewer, served in the United States Marine Corps before he got started in brewing. Semper Fi.
Do you distribute locally or have any local collaborations?
Yes, we distribute throughout the entire state of VA. You can find our core beers at local Food Lions, Krogers, and local restaurants throughout the Valley.
Do you allow dogs?
Yes.
Are you kid-friendly?
Yes.
And do you offer food onsite?
Yes, we have a full food menu with delicious Detroit-style pizza and other fun appetizers and salads.
What regular and special events do you offer?
- We have live trivia every Wednesday at 7 pm through Geeks Who Drink.
- We also have live Bingo on Mondays at 7 pm.
- We regularly book private events. Email us at claire@skippingrockbeer.com to book your event.
