Michael Waltrip Brewing Co.

Alcohol manufacturer

4.4 (259 on Google)

About Michael Waltrip Brewing Co.

Michael Waltrip Brewing Co. is a brewery on Moore Street in Bristol, Virginia. Its website says the company was founded by Michael Waltrip, a two-time Daytona 500 champion. The brand is built around racing, sports, music and cars.

The lineup is made for easy drinking. Talladega Light is a light lager, and Bristol Sunshine is a light ale brewed with tangerine and orange peel. The Big One is an imperial pilsner for people who want something bolder.

The beer portfolio on its website also lists specialty beers. Examples include High Banx Hazy IPA, Slide Job West Coast IPA, Wheelman Brown Ale and Thunder Valley Porter.

Google lists the place as an event venue and a live music venue as well as a restaurant. More people have reviewed Michael Waltrip Brewing Co. on Google than any other brewery, taproom or beer shop in Bristol on this site.

From Michael Waltrip Brewing Co.'s own website and its Google listing, read October 18, 2026.

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance

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Google rating

4.4out of 5

4.4 on Google from 259 reviews, as of September 2026.

Questions people ask

Who founded Michael Waltrip Brewing Co.?

Its website says the company was founded by Michael Waltrip, a two-time Daytona 500 champion.

What beers does Michael Waltrip Brewing make?

The three signature beers are Talladega Light, Bristol Sunshine and The Big One. Talladega Light is a light lager, Bristol Sunshine is a light ale with tangerine and orange peel, and The Big One is an imperial pilsner.

Is it only a brewery?

Google also lists it as an event venue, a live music venue and a restaurant.

Is Michael Waltrip Brewing Co. wheelchair accessible?

Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance.

Which breweries are close by?

Studio Brew is 0 miles away. Elderbrew is 0.3 miles away, and George & Sids, a beer store, is also 0.3 miles away. Squabble State Hard Cider & Spirits is 2.4 miles away.

Answers come from Michael Waltrip Brewing Co.'s website and its Google listing, read October 18, 2026.

Breweries near Michael Waltrip Brewing Co.

A row of beer taps

4.6 (104 on Google)

Elderbrew

Bristol, TN

0.3 mi

Bottles of beer on a shelf

4.8 (186 on Google)

High Voltage

Kingsport, TN

21.3 mi

Before you visit Michael Waltrip Brewing

Look over the beer portfolio on michaelwaltripbrewing.com before you go. Talladega Light, Bristol Sunshine and The Big One are its three signature beers. The portfolio also lists the specialty beers.

Studio Brew is 0 miles away, and Elderbrew is 0.3 miles away. George & Sids, a beer store, is also 0.3 miles away. That makes it easy to add a second stop to the day.