Twisted Oak Farm Brewery Delights Taste Buds in White Post
By Rebecca Maynard
In 2002, Jay Duvall’s family purchased a piece of land in White Post. While clearing old fields that had been let go for ages, he happened upon a single small oak tree that had been bent to its limits by the weight of a larger fallen tree.
“Over time, the small oak has endured,” he said. “Now, with strong roots anchoring it firmly in place, its trunk twisted, yet strong, it serves as a powerful emblem of our farm and brewery: Perseverance, Strength, and Endurance.
According to Duvall and his partner Missy Tuttle, Twisted Oak Farm Brewery blends their passion for craft beer, a love for the land, and a commitment to regenerative farming practices. They believe in preserving the region’s rich agricultural history and are thrilled to be Clarke County’s first farm brewery. They grow hops and barley on site, ensuring the freshest and highest quality ingredients for their craft beer.
The brewery opened earlier this year in a converted hay barn on the beautiful 60 acre farm, and its offerings include classic IPAs, rich amber ales, and robust stouts, each designed to deliver a unique and flavorful experience.
“We are really committed to regenerative farming practices and being good stewards of the land, and we want to share that with folks,” Duvall said.
Those practices allow them to create a unique synergy between farming and brewing, supporting their mission to maintain a piece of the region’s agricultural legacy while offering the community exceptional craft beer experiences.
“Jay has been brewing beer since college, and he’s just honed his craft over the decades,” Tuttle said. “When he told me he wanted to open up a brewery, I said I could help. It’s been fun, and we’re very alike. We’re business minded and our work styles complement each other well.”
If you don’t consider yourself a craft beer connoisseur, never fear. “We hear that a lot from people who want to check us out, and we do try to cater to people who are trying craft beer for the first time and guide them through the experience,” Tuttle said. “We’re very approachable and our team is happy to guide and to let guests try what we have.”
The brewery offers a tap room, outdoor seating, brewery and farm tours (reservation only, please call or email to schedule), merchandise, light snacks, charcuterie and sandwiches. They also host food trucks and live music on select days, with up to date details in the events section of their website.
The brewery is family- and leashed-pet-friendly, and nonalcoholic drinks are offered. Space is available for private events such as meetings, corporate gatherings, and parties. It is open Friday through Sunday each week from noon to 8pm, and an Oktoberfest event is planned for Oct. 4, 5 and 6, with live music, food trucks, a lederhosen competition, keg rolling and more.
“It’s been a wonderful experience, and we’ve been really fortunate with the community supporting us, and Clarke county has been great,” Tuttle said.
For more information, visit twistedoakfarmbrewery.com or visit their Facebook and Instagram pages.
