A rare mix of mixed-use and beer-making, Capitol Hill Redhook brewery and taproom to close

Redhook microbrewery in Capitol Hill is set to close after eight years of operation, following its acquisition by Tilray in a summer 2023 deal with Anheuser-Busch valued at $85 million. While the brewery will shut its doors, Tilray announced that Redhook production will continue at another location, ensuring that loyal customers can enjoy their beers without interruption. Opened in 2017, the microbrewery operated a unique eight-barrel system in a limited space, emphasizing experimentation over traditional bottling. The closure highlights a trend of significant changes in Capitol Hill's brewing scene, marked by corporate acquisitions and brewery closures. A former employee took to social media to express discontent, labeling the brewery a monument to corporate hubris.

Meanwhile, Elysian Brewery remains operational under Anheuser-Busch, which has shifted its focus to this microbrewery. The local brewing landscape faces uncertainty with the closure, as no new tenants have been announced for the space. The neighborhood also grapples with other recent commercial closures, including a grocery store that remains empty.