Sperryville's Summer Beer Garden: Hopkins Ordinary Ale Works
Small-batch beer in a B&B cellar, a shaded garden, and Main Street on either side — what to know before you go this August
On a hot August afternoon, the shaded beer garden behind Hopkins Ordinary Ale Works is one of the coolest seats in Sperryville — literally. This small-batch brewery operates out of the cellar of a Main Street bed and breakfast, pouring unfiltered ales it makes in tiny batches, and it's open Thursday through Sunday afternoons through the summer season.
- Where: 47 Main Street, Sperryville, VA 22740
- Hours: Thursday & Friday 4–7pm; Saturday & Sunday 3–7pm; closed Monday–Wednesday
- What's pouring: Blonde ale, saison, pale ale, amber ale, porter
- To go: Growlers and 22oz bottles available
A cellar brewery with a beer garden out back
Hopkins Ordinary is easy to miss from the street — the brewing happens beneath the historic B&B that shares its name — but the beer garden behind the building is where most visitors end up settling in. It's an unfussy, shaded spot for a pint after a morning spent browsing Sperryville's galleries or before dinner down the road, and the small-batch model means what's on tap changes; regulars know to ask what's freshest.
What to expect on tap
The lineup leans classic and approachable rather than trendy: a blonde ale for the person who wants something light and clean, a saison with the farmhouse character the style is known for, a hop-forward pale ale, a malty amber ale, and a porter for anyone who wants something darker even in summer. Because batches are small, don't be surprised if a style sells out — that's part of the appeal here, not a flaw.
Why it's worth the stop
Sperryville has become one of the Piedmont's more interesting small-town food-and-drink clusters, and Hopkins Ordinary's unfiltered, house-made approach fits the town's low-key, makers-first character. It's a short walk from other Main Street stops, which makes it easy to build into a longer Sperryville afternoon without needing to move the car.
Planning Your Visit
- Address: 47 Main Street, Sperryville, VA 22740
- Hours: Thursday & Friday, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Saturday & Sunday, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM; closed Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
- Phone: (540) 987-3383
- Website: hopkinsordinary.com/ale-works
Pair the visit with a wander through Sperryville's shops, including the handmade jewelry and vintage pieces at Dragonfly Gems on Main Street, or a farm-to-table meal nearby at The Black Twig Diner & Bar in the old Sperryville Schoolhouse.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Hopkins Ordinary Ale Works' hours?
The Sperryville cellar brewery is open Thursday and Friday from 4–7pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 3–7pm. It's closed Monday through Wednesday.
What kind of beer does Hopkins Ordinary Ale Works make?
It brews unfiltered, small-batch styles including a blonde ale, saison, pale ale, amber ale, and porter, available on tap, in growlers, and in 22oz bottles.
Where is Hopkins Ordinary Ale Works located?
It's at 47 Main Street in Sperryville, Virginia, in the cellar of the Hopkins Ordinary bed and breakfast, with a beer garden on-site.
Is there outdoor seating at Hopkins Ordinary Ale Works?
Yes, there's a shaded beer garden behind the building that's open during regular hours, weather permitting.
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