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“If we won the lottery, I’m going to open up a brewery,” Blake Edmunds would often tell his wife, Kristin, after one of his longer days in the office. Blake thought about that phrase often and wondered does it take winning the lottery to open a brewery?
In January of 2020, Blake decided to find out how to turn his homebrew hobby into a career and began reading up on what it would take to pursue his dream. Next thing you know, Blake is in Montrose, Colorado during the summer of 2021 learning from a mentor and industry legend, Tom Hennessey, and his crew on how to successfully open his own 7-barrel brewpub serving craft pizzas and salads. Soon after that, Blake hung up his fifteen-year career in collegiate athletics and minor league baseball, packed up the family in Columbia, SC and moved back to his hometown of Chesapeake, VA to pursue opening Chesapeake’s next brewery.
Studly Brewing got its name from the self-given name that Blake’s childhood friends gave each other, The Studly Club – a rag tag group of guys that attended Hickory High School and played Little League together. All of which are still very close friends till this day and many of whom still live in Chesapeake. Studly Brewing pays homage to those friendships and the bond sports gave them growing up. Along with Blake’s experience working in sports, Studly Brewing will be a tasteful nod to America’s pastime, baseball, and will have many similarities of a minor league team: a family-friendly, light-hearted fun time.
A WALK-OFF VICTORY IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP FOR THE WIFFLES GONE WILD!!! What an amazing first season! Thanks @backyardsportsclub and all players! We’ll see everyone for the Spring Season!
🚨COLLAB BEER RELEASE🚨 Now batting in collaboration with @pinkboots757hr …
A Brew Of Their Own Blonde (5.3%) A lager-tasting ale! Light, crisp, full bodied and with subtle hints of Juicy Fruit and tropical fruit coming from the experimental hops used during the boil. Proceeds from sales will go to the @pinkboots757hr ON TAP NOW!
WIFFLE BALL PLAYOFFS BEGIN TONIGHT at Studly Field! Who will be the first team to win the Studly Cup?!
Speaking of Studly Field…improvements are underway thanks to @chesapeakepestcontrol Wooden outfield fence (Paint coming soon). Deeper outfield. Our own version of the Green Monster in left field, “The Big Stud.” More field lights!
What an honor to pour our award-winning At the Wall Red Ale at the Governor’s Mansion yesterday as @vacraftbrewers medalists from around the state gathered to celebrate. And a great excuse to catch up with some of our fave peeps in the biz! Thanks @glennyoungkin for the hospitality!
Raise a glass to the Virginia Zoo’s second-annual Roar & Pour beer festival in partnership with the Coastal Virginia Brewery Alliance. 🍻 Taking place on August 31st from 5pm-8:30pm, this family-friendly event features unlimited beer tastings from 20+ local breweries including us! 🎟Tickets are going fast so reserve yours today. Ticket Link in Bio.
Thank you to our sponsor @dollar.bank for helping make this event possible!
June 4, 2021 was a really tough day. That afternoon, I walked into my boss’ office at the University of South Carolina and told him I’m going to retire from college athletics. It’s still tough for me to write as I start to reminisce on all the blood, sweat, laughs,
There’s no crying in baseball! It’s all laughs and great vibes here. Finally an incredible family establishment! The people complaining about the families/kids hurting the business must be blind because this place is PACKED! For good reason, they’re hitting home runs!
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Studley again, and I can confidently say it was an experience that exceeded all expectations! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming atmosphere that immediately made us feel at home.
The staff at Studley are truly exceptional. Their attentiveness and genuine hospitality set the tone for a delightful evening. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and offered fantastic recommendations, making it easy to choose from the delicious options. It was evident that the team works seamlessly together, creating a friendly and inviting environment that made our visit all the more enjoyable.
Now, let’s talk about the food – it was nothing short of spectacular! Each dish was a masterpiece, bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. From the appetizers to the entrees, every bite was a revelation. The freshness of the ingredients shone through, and you can tell that the chefs take immense pride in their craft. Our family particularly loved the shareable plates, which encouraged conversation and laughter around the table.
The atmosphere at Studley is perfect for families. The space is bright and spacious, with a cozy yet vibrant decor that makes it suitable for both casual dining and special occasions. There’s even a kids' menu that includes fun and tasty options, ensuring everyone in the family finds something they love. We felt completely at ease, allowing us to relax and enjoy our meal without any worries.
In conclusion, Studley is a delightful restaurant that combines incredible food, outstanding service, and a warm, family-friendly environment AND awesome merch! Whether you're looking for a place for a casual dinner or a special celebration, I highly recommend giving Studley a visit. We can’t wait to return and make more wonderful memories there!
6 outta 8 beers were really good food was on point for a brewery. Service was excellent. If your a baseball fanatic then this is right up your alley definitely must go or return spot ..
Oh my goodness, I went to Studly’s last night for the first time. A friend of ours has been going for a while and invited us. I really did not know what to expect, and I definitely was not prepared for how amazing the pizza was. I don’t know about some of these haters in these reviews, but the pizza especially their cheese, blew my mind. It was so delicious and now I have a new favorite pizza spot in Hampton Roads.
Great, family friendly place. They have a wide selection of beer, wine, and non alcoholic drinks. There's a nice play area for kids and good food choices. Wait staff was friendly and helpful. The pizza was good, but I think $22 for a 12" pie is too much. The beer cheese pretzel is delicious. We will happily go back when we get a chance.
I don't know how long this place has been here, but I'm currently sitting here for the first time, and I've lived in this area for 3 years. Don't be like me, go, and go now. We got a flight of beer and got random beers I was pretty sure I wouldnt love. I was wrong. Waiter said we couldn't go wrong and he was not lying. All 4 were delicious. We got a pretzel appetizer.. ohhhhmygoddddd. Get both dips, try to choose a favorite. We couldn't. I sound like an advertisement but I'm not even kidding. Also get the pizza, and use the honey drizzle!!! Just do it!!! This place was so good. Go!! (Not too often, because I don't want them to start being super busy, but enough to keep them comfortably in business. 😂😂😂 I'm half kidding, go y'all it's so good.)