Reaver Beach Brewing
Visit our taproom and experience magical and exciting award-winning beers from the oldest craft brewer in Virginia Beach in a fun and inviting atmosphere. We’re home to the legendary Hoptopus Double IPA and rare wild sour beers. Our knowledgeable team is passionate about quality beer and service to help you select a wonderful beer for your individual tastes. We’re constantly experimenting with local micro flora and unique ingredients to create the best tasting beers in the region.” We have a great selection for everyone and you can take the taproom freshness home with you with our packaged beer, grenades and growlers. Are you with us?
Author: Caroline Porsiel
Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.
