

For example, at the Basecamp, there are plans for a permanent camping and RV locations and some additional infrastructure. Pair these qualities with dynamic leadership and a dream to do something bigger, and you have the recipe for an even more promising future.”ĭevils Backbone is well-known for its Vienna Lager, Eight Point IPA and Schwartz Bier.Īccording to Devils Backbone's Facebook page, the acquisition will be bringing forth new additions at both sites. “Devils Backbone has captivated beer drinkers in Virginia since opening its doors eight years ago,” said Felipe Szpigel, president of The High End, in a release. “From the beginning, they have shown creativity and talent with the great beers they brew, and they’ve been able to use the authentic offerings at Basecamp Brewpub and Meadows to cultivate a fun, outdoor lifestyle that resonates with everyone. Today, the Outpost Brewery and Taproom in Lexington serves as the primary production brewery while the Basecamp Brewpub and Meadows in Roseland serves as a visitor destination. In 2015, the two locations hosted more than 500,000 guests, a release said. Originally projected to produce 10,000 barrels of beer in its first 10 years, the Outpost produced almost 45,000 barrels in its first three, a release said. After success with the first brewpub, Basecamp in Roseland, they broke ground on the Outpost facility in Lexington. In 2008, founders Steve and Heidi Crandall opened the doors to Devils Backbone Brewing Company. “The existing management team plans to stay on board for many years, while continuing to innovate and bring locally crafted Virginia beer to the nation.”Īnheuser-Busch’s partnership with Devils Backbone is expected to close in the second quarter, a release said. While we are joining a creative group of craft breweries in the division, Devils Backbone will retain a high level of autonomy and continue its own authentic DNA within The High End framework,” said Steve Crandall, co-founder and CEO of Devils Backbone Brewing Company, in a release. “I am extremely pleased to announce the partnership of Devils Backbone Brewing Company with Anheuser-Busch.


The High End includes brands such as Stella Artois and Shock Top, along with craft breweries Goose Island, Blue Point, 10 Barrel, Elysian, Golden Road, Virtue Cider, Four Peaks and Breckenridge Brewery, a release said. LEXINGTON - Devils Backbone Brewing Company is set to join a diverse portfolio of craft breweries owned by Anheuser-Busch.Īccording to, Anheuser-Busch announced an agreement to acquire Devils Backbone, which will now be the latest partner within The High End, the company's craft and import brands business unit.
