Old Ox Brewery To Close After 11 Years In Ashburn

ASHBURN, VA — Just off the Washington & Old Dominion Trail in Ashburn, Old Ox Brewery has been serving up its brews for 11 years. Now, the business is preparing to say farewell after an effort to transfer ownership at the current location did not go through.

The owners said in a statement that the last day of business will be Saturday, April 5. Supporters of Old Ox Brewery are encouraged to attend the last day to help celebrate the business.

"Together, we’ve made wonderful friendships, supported our community, created some pretty darned cool experiences, and consumed an impressive quantity of delicious beer," the owners wrote. "Everything must end, though and this is our time."

According to the owners' announcement, the business had a lease up at the end of April. Two of the owners are ready to retire, and the other two "have some exciting opportunities outside the brewing world." The owners decided to pursue new owners. About a month ago, they identified "a great buyer" and informed the landlord. However, the landlord indicated a potential new tenant was in the pipeline.

"Unfortunately, the new tenant is a public entity and we simply could not compete with them," the owners shared. "A deal was finalized between the landlord and the new tenant last Friday. They will take over the Old Ox space once our lease is up at the end of April."

The family-owned brewery dates back to 2014. It was named for Old Ox Road, which the brewery's website says originated to connect Loudoun County farmers with markets in D.C. The brewery has a 30-barrel brewhouse and tasting room at its Ashburn location, and it sells its beers in restaurants and stores around Northern Virginia and D.C.

Old Ox Brewery's owners haven't ruled out a future for the brewery. The owners said they are looking for option to continue the brewery in a new space.

"Whatever happens, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the 11 years of love we’ve felt from all of you," the owners said. "We’ve had some amazing times and we’ve created memories that we’ll carry with us for the rest of our lives. We appreciate you."