About
In 1995, the roof of the Rams Head Tavern in Annapolis, Maryland was removed and a brewhouse lowered in, handcrafting fine ales and lagers under the name of Fordham Brewing. As Fordham’s reputation spread throughout the Chesapeake region, the brewery made the decision to relocate to Dover, Delaware in 2003, where we had room to expand.
1989 stands out as a landmark moment when the Old Dominion Brewing Co. established a brewpub operation in Ashburn, Virginia. The small brewpub quickly became a production brewery that was named one of the Top 50 breweries in the U.S.
Based on our shared values and a common philosophy of quality brewing, Fordham and Dominion joined forces in 2007 and consolidated operations in 2009.
Admin Note: In 2018, Fordham and Dominion Brewing Company ended it's relationship with AB-InBev and is back to being fully independent.
1989 stands out as a landmark moment when the Old Dominion Brewing Co. established a brewpub operation in Ashburn, Virginia. The small brewpub quickly became a production brewery that was named one of the Top 50 breweries in the U.S.
Based on our shared values and a common philosophy of quality brewing, Fordham and Dominion joined forces in 2007 and consolidated operations in 2009.
Admin Note: In 2018, Fordham and Dominion Brewing Company ended it's relationship with AB-InBev and is back to being fully independent.
Part of the group
6.9/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 8
Flavor 7
Texture 6
Overall 6.5
This is a re-rating from a beer I had on Tap at Hero's in Manassas, Virginia. I bought this in a bottle from Whole Foods in Vienna, Virginia. The colour is a little odd, darker amber and a nice white head which leaves decent lacing behing on the glasss. The aroma is almost purely hops, but that is a very good thing! The taste is pretty balanced, although a bit vinegary--even from the bottle. Good hoppyness balanced with adequate maltiness combined with decent sweetness. A pretty good pale ale, the first time I had it, it wasn't good at all...but this time in the bottle, I'm pleasantly impressed. One to pick up if you are in Washington or Virginia!
Tried
from Draft
on 10 Jan 2003
at 13:58
7.8/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 8
Flavor 7
Texture 8
Overall 8
Gold in colour, mild in smell...strong taste-more like a nice ale! In fact, I prefer this beer over the Dominion Ale! Re-rate: Golden body with a very dense, fluffy white head. Very hoppy aroma, dry-hopped with Saaz. Malty taste, perfectly mixed with nice hops. A great beer...I had this on draught at the brewery tour. Tasted at the Dominion Brewery in Ashburn, Virginia on 23-August-2003.
Tried
on 10 Jan 2003
at 13:56
4.1/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 4
Flavor 4
Texture 4
Overall 3.5
Decent smell, good ale colour. Bad and bitter taste! Too bad, as I''m from Virginia, but there are plenty of other good Dominion beers!
Tried
on 10 Jan 2003
at 13:33
6.1/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 5
Flavor 7
Texture 6
Overall 5.5
from tap, slightly too cold: Brown amber, lightly carbonated. Fruity tastenotes, but did not wow me. A bit watery in the finish.
Tried
from Draft
on 21 Oct 2002
at 10:06
5.6/10
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Appearance 4
Aroma 6
Flavor 6
Texture 4
Overall 6.5
Murky yellow color with a white, quickly dissipating medium thick head. Lightly spiced citrusy aroma. Somewhat carbonated with a wheaty, lightly fruity flavor. This is the typical lighter, refreshing summer fare that is not among my favorite styles. However, this was pretty good for the style and I hope to score some of their other offerings.
Tried
on 31 Aug 2002
at 18:42
4.9/10
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Appearance 4
Aroma 5
Flavor 5
Texture 4
Overall 5.5
Amber, hazy; aroma of cascades, wood; mild-tasting, slightly citric; wood notes; low bitterness (I'd say max. 25); touch of acid in the finish.
Tried
on 02 Jun 2002
at 09:12
6.5/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 6
Flavor 7
Texture 6
Overall 7
Crisp, floral, leafy - nicely balanced APA. Not the most robust, but very drinkable.
Tried
on 29 May 2002
at 20:31
4.8/10
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Appearance 4
Aroma 5
Flavor 5
Texture 4
Overall 5
Pale gold; simple, grainy-malty palate. Unchallenging. Maibock by the beach.
Tried
on 29 May 2002
at 20:29
5.1/10
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Appearance 4
Aroma 5
Flavor 6
Texture 4
Overall 5.5
Dark brown. Roast, cocoa - simple and straightforward......................
Tried
on 29 May 2002
at 20:27
3.8/10
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Appearance 4
Aroma 3
Flavor 4
Texture 4
Overall 4
Light copper; a little too crisp for the style; a touch of bready malt (there should be more), finishes wet.
Tried
on 15 Mar 2002
at 14:17