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Ardent Craft Ales Brewery, taproom, and beer garden in the Scott's Addition neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia.
(1710)

Ardent Craft Ales began as a co-op in a Richmond garage, a space where we sought to create innovative beers and introduce others to historic brewing methods and beer styles. As a production brewery, our mission remains the same: to produce and celebrate exceptional and ambitious beers with the ever-growing craft beer community.

💨 Smolder smoked b**r & food festival returns to Ardent this Saturday, October 17 from 12-5pm!🔥 Traditionally, Bierstach...
10/14/2026

💨 Smolder smoked b**r & food festival returns to Ardent this Saturday, October 17 from 12-5pm!

🔥 Traditionally, Bierstacheln was a practical technique for warming b**r in the winter.

When the hot rod contacts the b**r, it quickly caramelizes residual sugars, creating a richer, slightly toasted flavor profile with a touch of sweetness (think s'mores). Simultaneously, the sudden temperature change gives the b**r a frothy, creamy head that enhances its texture and visual appeal. The process is especially transformative for malt forward or dark b**rs.

Come out and experience it at Smolder this weekend, featuring:

• The release of Smolder, a smoked Helles l***r

• Bierstacheln (AKA b**r spiking, b**r sting, or b**r poking) - we heat a metal rod in a fire pit and plunge it into your cold b**r!

• Delicious smoked foods from Belmont Butchery, On The Grill RVA, and Eazzy Burger

• Sweet treats from Sunday Picnic

We can’t wait to celebrate the fall season with everybody! Smolder is free to attend, family-friendly, rain or shine.

💨 Smolder smoked b**r & food festival returns to Ardent this Saturday, October 17 from 12-5pm!Featuring:• The release of...
10/13/2026

💨 Smolder smoked b**r & food festival returns to Ardent this Saturday, October 17 from 12-5pm!

Featuring:

• The release of Smolder, a smoked Helles l***r

• Bierstacheln (AKA b**r spiking, b**r sting, or b**r poking) - we heat a metal rod in a fire pit and plunge it into your cold b**r!

• Delicious smoked foods from Belmont Butchery, On The Grill RVA, and Eazzy Burger

• Sweet treats from Sunday Picnic

We can’t wait to celebrate the fall season with everybody! Smolder is free to attend, family-friendly, rain or shine.

🍻 It's a beautiful fall afternoon in the b**r garden, and we're open all day!
10/12/2026

🍻 It's a beautiful fall afternoon in the b**r garden, and we're open all day!

🍻 Thursday means FREE same-day home delivery! Stock up on our classic Pilsner, the finally-feels-like-autumn Pumpkin B**...
10/08/2026

🍻 Thursday means FREE same-day home delivery! Stock up on our classic Pilsner, the finally-feels-like-autumn Pumpkin B**r, collaboration b**r Songbird, or any of your other Ardent favorites.

🦖 We’re heading back to DC this weekend for our favorite b**r fest of the year, Snallygaster! Come say hi to Clay and Vi...
10/07/2026

🦖 We’re heading back to DC this weekend for our favorite b**r fest of the year, Snallygaster! Come say hi to Clay and Vita at the Ardent tent, who will be pouring Schwarzbier and Pumpkin B**r. Or mix it up, request half & half for a Dark & Spooky!

🎟️ Don’t miss it: Oct 10 • Washington, DC

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10/06/2026

🔥 Smolder smoked b**r & food festival returns to Ardent on Saturday, October 17 from 12-5pm!

Featuring:

• The release of Smolder, a smoked Helles l***r

• Bierstacheln (AKA b**r spiking, b**r sting, or b**r poking) - we heat a metal rod in a fire pit and plunge it into your cold b**r!

• Delicious smoked foods from Belmont Butchery, On The Grill RVA, and Eazzy Burger

• Sweet treats from Sunday Picnic

Mark your calendars now, we can’t wait to celebrate the fall season with everybody!

Smolder is free to attend, family-friendly, rain or shine.

🐈 Orange Cat Trivia is home from vacation and back at Ardent! Every Tuesday, trivia begins at 7:30 and wraps up by 9:30,...
10/05/2026

🐈 Orange Cat Trivia is home from vacation and back at Ardent! Every Tuesday, trivia begins at 7:30 and wraps up by 9:30, with prizes for top finishers each week.

Play by yourself or form a team to answer five rounds of questions ranging from current events, visual & audio rounds, and more!

Entry is free! First come first served, seating is limited.

🍻 Ardent b**r & Eazzy Burger food are available all night, and outside food is also welcome.

📍 Ardent Craft Ales: 3200 W. Leigh St.

🔥 Smolder smoked b**r & food festival returns to Ardent on Saturday, October 17 from 12-5pm!Featuring:• The release of S...
10/02/2026

🔥 Smolder smoked b**r & food festival returns to Ardent on Saturday, October 17 from 12-5pm!

Featuring:

• The release of Smolder, a smoked Helles l***r

• Bierstacheln (AKA b**r spiking, b**r sting, or b**r poking) - we heat a metal rod in a fire pit and plunge it into your cold b**r!

• Delicious smoked foods from Belmont Butchery, On The Grill RVA, and Eazzy Burger

• Sweet treats from Sunday Picnic

Mark your calendars now, we can't wait to celebrate the fall season with everybody!

Smolder is free to attend, family-friendly, rain or shine.

Address

3200 W Leigh Street
Richmond, VA
23230

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

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