The DMV is exploding with so many new beer destinations that it’s almost impossible to keep up! So when I found myself with a rare free weekend afternoon, I decided to cross three DC breweries off my to-do list.

First Stop: Atlas Brew Works
Location: 2052 West Virginia Ave NE, Suite 102, Washington, DC 20002
Beers on Tap: 10
Favorite Beer: Ponzi, a West Coast IPA

Second Stop: Hellbender Brewing Company
Location: 5788 2nd Street NE, Washington DC 20011
Beers on Tap: 8
Favorite Beer: Red Jam, a complex Red Ale that was just tapped that morning. I went home with a growler of this one.

Third Stop: 3 Stars Brewing Company
Location: 6400 Chillum Place NW, Washington, DC 20012
I’ve visited 3 Stars a couple of times before, but this my first visit since they opened their Urban Farmhouse inside the brewery.
Beers on Tap: 6
Favorite Beer: Ghost, a White IPA

What a day! All three of these breweries are worth a return visit!