Brewery Profile

Old Schoolhouse Brewery

In Winthrop’s small but active Methow Valley beer scene, a visit to this brewery feels closely tied to the town’s everyday rhythm. The setting is part of the draw: Old Schoolhouse Brewery operates in a former local schoolhouse, giving the taproom a connection to community history without turning the experience into a museum stop. Visitors arriving from a day on the road, trail, river, or ski route will typically find the familiar elements of a Northwest brewpub: a rotating draft board, casual seating, food service, and a mix of locals and travelers. The atmosphere is relaxed and practical, with the brewery functioning as both a neighborhood gathering place and a convenient stop for people exploring Winthrop’s wooden-boardwalk downtown and the wider Methow Valley.

Beer drinkers in this part of Washington often look for styles that match the landscape and the season. In warmer months, pale ales, IPAs, lagers, wheat beers, and lighter seasonal offerings tend to fit the dry high-desert climate and long outdoor afternoons. In colder months, visitors may lean toward maltier or stronger beers after skiing, snowshoeing, or driving through the North Cascades region. Old Schoolhouse’s focus on traditional and contemporary Northwest beer styles places it in that regional pattern: hop-forward beers sit comfortably alongside more familiar pub-friendly options, and the rotating nature of the list gives repeat visitors a reason to check what is pouring that day. For travelers building a Methow Valley itinerary, the brewery works well as a casual endpoint after outdoor recreation rather than as a formal tasting-room experience.

The outdoor area is one of the clearest visitor-facing features. Seating extends toward the Chewuch River, giving guests direct river views and a more open-air feel than many small-town taprooms can offer. During hot weather, shade cloths and a misting system help make the patio more usable, which matters in Winthrop’s sunny, dry summer climate. Inside or outside, the format is straightforward: order from the current draft selection, pair it with pub fare, and settle in for a meal or a shorter beer stop. As with any rotating brewery list, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, seasonal releases, and food options. The combination of river-facing seating, a historic building, and approachable Northwest beer makes the brewery a steady part of Winthrop’s visitor circuit without feeling separate from the town around it.

Website available

155 Riverside Ave, Winthrop, Washington, 98862-0577

Phone: 5099963183

Website: http://www.oldschoolhousebrewery.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Old Schoolhouse Brewery.

Beer Styles at Old Schoolhouse Brewery

Old Schoolhouse Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Hazy IPA, West Coast IPA, IPA, STOUT, Pale Ale, and Winter IPA. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Old Schoolhouse Brewery located?
Old Schoolhouse Brewery is located at 155 Riverside Ave, Winthrop, Washington, 98862-0577. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Old Schoolhouse Brewery's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 5099963183 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Old Schoolhouse Brewery?
Visit http://www.oldschoolhousebrewery.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.