Brewery Profile

Ohoopee River Brewing Co

In Vidalia, a city better known to many travelers for its agricultural identity than for a large brewery district, Ohoopee River Brewing Co. gives visitors a local point of entry into the area’s craft beer scene. The brewery is tied closely to its Southeast Georgia setting, drawing its name and character from the Ohoopee River and the “river people” culture associated with the waterway. A visitor walking in should expect a place shaped by that relaxed, community-focused outlook rather than a big-city beer hall model. Founder Shane Harrelson is associated with the brewing, and the focus is on small-batch beer with a local sense of place.

Travelers moving through this part of Georgia often look for stops that feel connected to the region instead of interchangeable. Here, that connection comes through the brewery’s references to calm river currents, cypress-lined banks, and the local landscape that informs its identity. The beer program is described as including crisp IPAs along with more unusual styles, so it can work for visitors who want a familiar hop-forward pour as well as those curious about what the brewer is trying on a smaller scale. For people exploring Vidalia or passing through Southeast Georgia, it offers a slower, locally grounded stop that fits the pace of the area.

Because specific amenities are not confirmed, the taproom is the place to verify the day’s pours, current hours, and any on-site details before planning around them. Visitors should not assume a fixed lineup, food service, events, or outdoor space unless the brewery has announced them directly. The most reliable way to approach a visit is to treat Ohoopee River Brewing Co. as a small-batch taproom experience: ask what is fresh, what is returning, and what reflects the brewer’s current direction. That kind of visit suits the brewery’s identity, which is less about a long list of claims and more about Vidalia, local community, and beer shaped by its river-country surroundings.

Deeply rooted in Vidalia, Georgia, Ohoopee River Brewing Co. captures the relaxed, community-focused spirit of its namesake waterway. Founder Shane Harrelson crafts small-batch brews—including crisp IPAs and unique styles—that reflect the calm currents and tight-knit "river people" of Southeast Georgia. This commitment to local soul and regional protection ensures every sip carries the authentic taste of the Ohoopee, honoring the cypress-lined banks that inspire their craft.

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200 E 1st St, Vidalia, GA 30474, USA, Vidalia, Georgia, 30474

Phone: 912-386-7834

Website: http://www.ohoopeeriverbrewing.com/

Hours: ["Monday: Closed","Tuesday: Closed","Wednesday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM","Thursday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM","Friday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM","Saturday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM","Sunday: Closed"]