Brewery Spotlight: Joker Brewing

Maybe you’re looking for something lighter on your brewery trail. Or maybe you want to try something different and unique. Either way, you have to stop by Joker Brewing: the first hard kombucha brewery in Virginia, based in Williamsburg.

What is kombucha? According to Joker Brewing themselves, “Hard Kombucha is a light, refreshing alcoholic drink made with tea, sweeteners, and some magic from nature. Vegan and organic, with only the best whole ingredients. It’s simply a better way to drink. Lightly effervescent and perfect with everything, Joker is the refreshing alternative.” Kombucha is fermented tea that is lighter fare, typically with ABVs of 1 - 3% unlike the beers that can range from 4.5 - 10%. It is lower in calories, sugar, is gluten-free, and has vitamins and probiotics that other drinks lack.

With a history of brewing back to the founder’s 3rd great-grandfather who started brewing in 1821, brewing is nothing new to the team. Joker Brewing offers brewery tours, kombucha flights and tastings. They also offer their space up for events and private parties. If you’re looking for more of a pick-me-up, Joker Brewing also brews the King of Clubs Coffee.

As the weather warms up. try something new at the only hard kombucha brewery on the Toast the Coast trail.