Brewery Profile
Lopez Island Brewing Co
In Lopez Island’s small beer landscape, Lopez Island Brewing Co. is best understood through its taproom presence rather than through a large destination brewery model. The company began operations after incorporating in Washington State in April 2014, and its associated Brewvado Tap Room serves as the primary retail outlet for its beer on the island. For a visitor, that makes the taproom the main point of contact with the brewery: it is where the beer is presented locally, where availability can be checked, and where the company’s range can be understood in person. The known lineup includes labels that have received federal and state approval, but that does not necessarily mean every beer is on at all times.
Travelers moving through this part of Washington often look for stops that connect a visit to the island itself: ferry travel, village-scale businesses, local food and drink, and a slower schedule than in larger beer markets. A stop connected to Lopez Island Brewing Co. fits that pattern because it offers beer made under a local island name, with styles that span several familiar craft categories. The approved labels include the original Lopezian Style Pale Ale, Watmough Bight IPA, Red Irish Lord Irish Style Red Ale, and Upright Head Imperial Stout. The brewery also produces Fried Friar Spiced Belgian Style Quadruple Ale, described as a rotating or seasonal offering. That range gives visitors a way to compare hop-forward, malt-focused, darker, and stronger Belgian-inspired profiles, depending on what is being poured.
Practical details should be verified directly with Brewvado Tap Room before planning a visit, especially because current pours, hours, package availability, food options, seating, and other amenities are not specified here. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s beer list and whether any seasonal or rotating beer is available. Visitors should also account for the realities of island travel, including ferry timing and limited schedules compared with mainland towns. Based on the known information, the essential reason to stop is straightforward: Brewvado Tap Room is the public-facing outlet for Lopez Island Brewing Co.’s beers on Lopez Island, and it is the most reliable place to learn what the brewery is currently serving.
The Lopez Island Brewing Company initiated operations following its incorporation in Washington State in April 2014. Production focuses on a variety of styles, with five specific labels having received federal and state approval. These core offerings include the original Lopezian Style Pale Ale, the Watmough Bight IPA, the Red Irish Lord Irish Style Red Ale, and the Upright Head Imperial Stout. The brewery also produces the Fried Friar Spiced Belgian Style Quadruple Ale, which is noted as a rotating or seasonal offering. The company maintains a presence through its associated taproom, the Brewvado Tap Room, which serves as the primary retail outlet for its products on Lopez Island.
Website available
4817 Center Rd, Lopez Island, Washington, 98261-8653
Phone: 360.468.2646
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Lopez Island Brewing Co.
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Lopezian Draughts
Draught
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Lopezian Style Pale Ale
Pale Ale
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Watmough Bight IPA
IPA
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Fried Friar Spiced Belgian Style Quadruple Ale
Spiced Belgian Style Quadruple Ale
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Red Irish Lord
Irish Style Red Irish Ale
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Upright Head Imperial Stout
Imperial Stout
Beer Styles at Lopez Island Brewing Co
Lopez Island Brewing Co brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Draught, Pale Ale, IPA, Spiced Belgian Style Quadruple Ale, Irish Style Red Irish Ale, and 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.
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Wednesday Evening Beer Tastings Aboard the Victoria Star 2
Sep 15, 2026
Weekly beer tasting cruises on Wednesday evenings aboard the Victoria Star 2 featuring three local breweries each week. Cruises include beer tastings and snacks on the Bellingham…
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Wednesday Evening Beer Tastings Aboard the Victoria Star 2
Sep 25, 2026
Special Oktoberfest cruises departing Sept 25 & 26 and Oct 2 & 3 at 6 pm with beer tastings and snacks on Bellingham Bay. Contactless check-in at dock.
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Oktoberfest Beer Tastings Aboard the Victoria Star 2
Sep 25, 2026
Special Oktoberfest cruises aboard the Victoria Star 2 take place on Sep 25 & 26 and Oct 2 & 3, departing at 6 pm and returning at 7:30 pm, featuring festive beer tastings on Bell…
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Lopez Island Brewing Co located?
- Lopez Island Brewing Co is located at 4817 Center Rd, Lopez Island, Washington, 98261-8653. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Lopez Island Brewing Co's hours?
- Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 360.468.2646 to confirm before visiting.
- How can I learn more about Lopez Island Brewing Co?
- Visit http://www.lopezislandbrewingco.rocks 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.