Brewery Profile

Blue Mountain Brewery

A stop here places visitors in the Afton beer scene at a farm brewery tied directly to its site. The brewery operates near the Blue Ridge Mountains, in the Appalachian foothills, and its identity is connected to both beer production and agriculture. When visitors walk in, the taproom is the public-facing part of a regional brewing operation rather than only a bar serving beer made elsewhere. One defining feature is the cultivation of hops on-site, with those hops integrated into the production process. That gives the place a visible connection between ingredient growing and brewing, which is a useful point of orientation for anyone trying to understand how the brewery fits into its setting.

Travelers in this part of Virginia often look for stops that connect the Blue Ridge landscape with local food and drink culture, and this brewery fits that pattern through its farm brewery model. Its brewing focus is on American beer styles, while also acknowledging older brewing traditions and leaving room for recipe flexibility. That means the visit is best understood less as a search for one specific flagship beer and more as a chance to see what the brewery is pouring at the time. For people moving through the Afton area or the wider mountain corridor, it offers a beer-focused stop rooted in regional production, agricultural context, and a taproom experience in the foothills.

Because specific amenities, schedules, and rotating selections are not part of the known information here, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and any current visitor details. Guests should not assume particular beer names, food service, tours, events, or seating arrangements without checking directly with the brewery. The most reliable expectations are that Blue Mountain Brewery functions as a farm brewery, maintains on-site hop cultivation, produces beer as a regional facility, and serves visitors through its taproom. For a practical visit, treat it as a working brewery stop in Afton: check current hours before going, ask what American-style beers are available that day, and use the taproom staff as the source for what is freshest, seasonal, or tied to the hops grown on the property.

Blue Mountain Brewery operates as a farm brewery situated in Afton, Virginia, located near the Blue Ridge Mountains. The facility cultivates its own hops on-site, integrating the ingredient into its production process. This operation focuses on American beer styles, acknowledging historical brewing traditions while maintaining flexibility in recipe development. The brewery serves as a regional production facility and taproom in the Appalachian foothills.

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9519 Critzers Shop Rd, Afton, Virginia, 22920-2415

Phone: (540)-456-8020

Website: http://www.bluemountainbrewery.com

Hours: Monday – Saturdays: 11-10pm / Sunday: 11-9pm

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Blue Mountain Brewery.

Beer Styles at Blue Mountain Brewery

Blue Mountain Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes VIRGINIA PALE ALE, LOCAL HONEY ALE, HARD ICED TEA, SPICED WINTER STOUT, BARREL AGED PUMPKIN ALE, FLAVORED IMPERIAL SOUR WITBIER, FRUITED IMPERIAL SOUR WITBIER, OKTOBERFEST LAGERBIER, SUMMER WHEAT BEER, JUICY IPA, HAZY IPA, and BARREL AGED IMPERIAL STOUT. 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 with Everett Hatter

    Jul 3, 2026

    Join us every Friday night for live music 5:30-8 and fried seafood specials!

  • Friday Cheers with Jacob Paul Allen

    Jul 3, 2026

    Join us every Friday night for live music 5:30-8 and fried seafood specials!

  • Cinco De Mayo Specials

    Jul 3, 2026

    Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us all weekend long! Featuring specials like loaded chorizo waffle fries, Birria burger, churro bundt cake, and our famous fish tacos on the 5th.

  • OPEN for 4th of July!

    Jul 4, 2026

    Blue Mountain Brewery will be open regular hours for Independence Day, 11:00 AM–10:00 PM.

  • Midweek Music with Gary Randal

    Jul 8, 2026

    Join us every Wednesday April - October for live music 5:30-8. Beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5:00-9:00.

  • Midweek Music with Circus Mutt

    Jul 8, 2026

    Join us every Wednesday April - October for live music 5:30-8. Beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5:00-9:00.

  • Midweek Music with Jacob Paul Allen

    Jul 8, 2026

    Join us every Wednesday April - October for live music 5:30-8. Beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5:00-9:00.

  • Midweek Music with Andy Tichenor

    Jul 8, 2026

    Join us every Wednesday April - October for live music 5:30-8. Beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5:00-9:00.

  • Midweek Music with Porch Dogs

    Jul 8, 2026

    Join us every Wednesday April - October for live music 5:30-8. Beer and wine by the glass are $1 off from 5:00-9:00.

  • Full Nelson Friday w/ Midnight Buzz

    Jul 10, 2026

    Every Friday, start the weekend with $3 Full Nelsons from 5:00 to 9:00 and live music 5:30 to 8:00! The Midnight Buzz Band plays an eclectic blend of acoustic and electric classic…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Blue Mountain Brewery located?
Blue Mountain Brewery is located at 9519 Critzers Shop Rd, Afton, Virginia, 22920-2415. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Blue Mountain Brewery's hours?
Current hours are: Monday – Saturdays: 11-10pm / Sunday: 11-9pm. 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 Brewery?
Visit http://www.bluemountainbrewery.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.