Brewery Profile

Blue Mountain Barrel House and Organic Brewery

For a visitor looking at Arrington’s beer options, Blue Mountain Barrel House and Organic Brewery is best understood as a production-minded stop rather than a place defined by a long list of extras. The Blue Mountain operation is tied to a farm brewery model near the Blue Ridge Mountains, and its identity centers on brewing, packaging, and the use of hops grown for its own production. Walking in, the main point of interest is the beer itself: American styles made within a brewery that balances traditional methods with modern production practices. It also has a broader role beyond its own labels, since Blue Mountain is contracted to brew and package beer for South Street Brewery.

Travelers in this part of Virginia often look for breweries that connect the region’s rural setting, mountain views, and agricultural character with a straightforward tasting experience. A stop here fits that pattern through its farm-brewery background and emphasis on hops grown for use in production. The beer program is described around American styles, so visitors should expect a range shaped by familiar craft-brewing categories rather than a brewery presented around imported traditions or experimental claims. Its barrel house and organic brewery name may draw attention from travelers interested in process, but the known facts point most clearly to a working brewery with both its own portfolio and outside production work.

Practical details should be checked directly before making the trip, since available amenities, food service, tour access, outdoor seating, and event schedules are not specified here. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, what is available to drink on site, and whether any packaged beer is offered to go. Visitors who care about specific styles should also verify the current list rather than assume a permanent lineup. Because the brewery also handles contract brewing and packaging for South Street Brewery, it is worth understanding the site as both a visitor-facing craft brewery and part of a larger production arrangement. For most travelers, the best approach is to treat it as a concise beer stop in Arrington: arrive with an interest in American craft styles, ask what is fresh that day, and use the staff’s current information rather than relying on assumptions about amenities or releases.

Blue Mountain Brewery operates as a farm brewery situated near the Blue Ridge Mountains in Afton, Virginia. The facility emphasizes traditional brewing methods while integrating modern approaches, focusing on American beer styles. As a farm brewery, the operation includes growing its own hops for use in production. Beyond its own portfolio, Blue Mountain is contracted to brew and package all beer for South Street Brewery. This arrangement utilizes the brewery's production capacity for both internal brands and external contracts, maintaining a dual focus on proprietary craft beer and third-party manufacturing.

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495 Cooperative Way, Arrington, Virginia, 22922-3305

Phone: (434) 263-4002

Website: http://www.bluemountainbarrel.com

Hours: Monday-Thursday: 11-8 | Friday-Saturday: 11-9 | Sunday: 11-7

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Blue Mountain Barrel House and Organic Brewery.

Beer Styles at Blue Mountain Barrel House and Organic Brewery

Blue Mountain Barrel House and Organic Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes VIRGINIA PALE ALE, ORANGE-INFUSED IPA, GERMAN-STYLE KÖLSCHBIER, PRE-PROHIBITION LAGER, BARREL AGED IMPERIAL STOUT, HAZY IPA, JUICY IPA, SUMMER WHEAT BEER, OKTOBERFEST LAGERBIER, FRUITED IMPERIAL SOUR WITBIER, FLAVORED IMPERIAL SOUR WITBIER, and BARREL AGED PUMPKIN ALE. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • FRIDAY CHEERS LIVE MUSIC

    Jul 31, 2026

    Enjoy live music every Friday from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the brewery to kick off your weekend.

  • Steal the Glass

    Aug 19, 2026

    The third Wednesday of every month, take home a souvenir glass with a draft purchase! Check out social media for this month's glass.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Blue Mountain Barrel House and Organic Brewery located?
Blue Mountain Barrel House and Organic Brewery is located at 495 Cooperative Way, Arrington, Virginia, 22922-3305. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Blue Mountain Barrel House and Organic Brewery's hours?
Current hours are: Monday-Thursday: 11-8 | Friday-Saturday: 11-9 | Sunday: 11-7. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Blue Mountain Barrel House and Organic Brewery?
Visit http://www.bluemountainbarrel.com for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.