James River Brewery
Brewery
4.8 (138 on Google)
About James River Brewery
James River Brewery is a brewery and taproom in Scottsville, Virginia. It sits in a 19th century brick tobacco warehouse in the historic small town. The current owners and brewing team took charge in 2015.
Head Brewer Darren Queen makes the beer on site. The range runs from hop-forward IPAs to smooth Hefeweizens. Friendly, knowledgeable staff in the tasting room help you find a favorite.
The beer garden sits beside Mink Creek. Musicians play its stage every weekend. A fire pit keeps the space comfortable through the cooler months.
Scottsville sits at Horseshoe Bend on the James River, about 20 miles south of Charlottesville. The logo, the setting and the beer names all honor the town and the river.
From James River Brewery's own website and its Google listing, read November 3, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Map
Questions people ask
Does James River Brewery have outdoor seating?
Yes. The beer garden sits next to Mink Creek, and a fire pit keeps it usable in the colder months.
Is there live music?
Yes. Musicians play the beer garden stage every weekend, and the events page at jrbrewery.com lists who is coming.
Can I book a private party there?
Yes. The brewery helps plan private parties. Use the events page at jrbrewery.com to get in touch.
Is James River Brewery wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The entrance and the parking lot are both wheelchair accessible.
Which breweries are close by?
Saint Thomas Aquinas Seminary Brewery in Dillwyn is 10.7 miles away. Selvedge Brewing is 15.3 miles away, and Decipher Brewing is 15.4 miles away, both in Charlottesville.
Answers come from James River Brewery's website and its Google listing, read November 3, 2026.
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Before you visit James River Brewery
Expect a relaxed tasting room in an old brick warehouse, with plenty of beers on tap. Tell the staff what you usually drink and they will point you to something good.
Check jrbrewery.com before you go. The events page shows the weekend music and how to ask about a private party. The fire pit keeps the beer garden comfortable when it is cold.
The closest other stop is Saint Thomas Aquinas Seminary Brewery in Dillwyn, 10.7 miles away. Selvedge Brewing and Decipher Brewing in Charlottesville are 15.3 and 15.4 miles away. Together they fill out a good day of beer.