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1781 Brewing Company sits on historic land in Spotsylvania County, just a few miles from Fredericksburg. We brew authentic farmhouse ales using locally sourced grain, carefully chosen hops, and filtered spring water. Come for beer, local wine, food, animals, live music, and deeply local history.
LIVE MUSICThe UnsuitablesJun 27, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Virginia By The Glass Speaker Series: Stories about Ben Franklin, John and Abigail Adams and moreVA250 EVENTJul 09, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Ride For Mutts & Pig Pickin'Jul 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Virginia By The Glass Speaker Series: The Governor, the Germans, and the Story of GermannaVA250 EVENTJul 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
LIVE MUSICZach Smith and the Mardi Gras KingsJul 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
1781 EVENTS
SEASONAL
MARZEN
Our long-lagered classic, limited release
ALC/VOL–5.2%
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WILDERNESS
Light English Country Porter with balanced bitterness and a medium–full body
ALC/VOL–5.8%
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SAISON DE L'ORANGE
Crafted with Mandarina Bavaria hops and copious amounts of orange blossom honey
ALC/VOL–6.2%
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BLUE RIDGE
Wheat, German-style Hefeweizen with dominant banana and clove aromas
ALC/VOL–4.6%
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RIDGE VALLEY
German hybrid Kolsch Ale, lagered for a delicate hop profile and smooth, crisp flavor
ALC/VOL–5%
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APPALACH
Lager inspired by our German ancestors who settled in the Appalachian mountains
ALC/VOL–5.4%
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PIEDMONT
Juicy India Pale Ale hopped with Citra, Amarillo and Mosaic
ALC/VOL–7.2%
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