Voodoo Brewing Company to Open New Taproom in Lexington

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Voodoo Brewing Company is set to launch a new taproom in downtown Lexington, featuring 24 taps of locally crafted beer and a diverse food menu. Franchise owner Dawu Bowman aims to create a family-friendly atmosphere. As part of the area’s expanding craft beer scene, this new establishment will add to the local brewery landscape alongside other popular venues. With the arrival of Voodoo Brewing, Main Street Lexington is becoming a vibrant district for culinary and drinking experiences.

Lexington – Voodoo Brewing Company is set to open a new taproom in downtown Lexington on July 26, 2025. This Pennsylvania-based craft brewery franchise will establish its latest location at 102 West Main Street, directly across from the Icehouse Amphitheater.

The new taproom will feature an impressive lineup of 24 taps, offering a wide selection of Voodoo’s locally crafted beers along with choices from other breweries in the Carolinas, including North Charleston, and possibly extending into Virginia or Maryland. To complement the beer offerings, the menu will include a variety of food items such as beer-infused mussels, pizzas, wings, burgers, salads, and sandwiches, in addition to pre-mixed cocktails like mojitos, margaritas, and Old Fashioneds.

Dawu Bowman, the franchise owner and a 22-year Army veteran, aims to cultivate a family-friendly environment for patrons, distinguishing the new taproom from the recently closed River Rat Brewery. River Rat, which ceased operations nearly two years ago, brewed beer on-site; however, Voodoo Brewing will ship its beer from its headquarters in Pennsylvania, ensuring the quality of its products while meeting local community demand.

The opening of Voodoo Brewing’s taproom will contribute to the growing landscape of craft breweries in the area. Currently, the local craft beer scene includes establishments such as Columbia Craft and Hunter-Gatherer, both of which offer unique selections to beer enthusiasts. The addition of Voodoo Brewing will enhance this array of choices.

In conjunction with the arrival of Voodoo Brewing, the neighborhood is witnessing a boom in food and drink options. StrongHER Gym, which opened in 2020, is relocating to the area and is committed to transforming the old space into a hub for businesses while still providing women-focused fitness classes. Other notable establishments, such as TakoSushi and Molto Vino, are also preparing to open in the same vicinity, reinforcing the idea that Main Street Lexington is becoming a new center for culinary and drinking experiences.

As Voodoo Brewing continues to expand its production facility to better support its franchise operations, it seeks to create a unique identity in the Lexington community that focuses on quality and customer satisfaction. The grand opening of this new taproom promises to enhance the local cultural landscape, creating a welcoming space for families and friends to enjoy great food and drink together.

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• Post and Courier: Voodoo Brewing Open Third SC Brewpub
• Wikipedia: Craft Brewing in the United States
• Cola Daily: Female-Owned Women’s Gym Moves Location in Lexington
• Google Search: Voodoo Brewing Company
• WLTX: Beer, Wine, and Sushi Coming to Lexington
• Google Scholar: Craft Breweries in South Carolina
• The State: Local News
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Craft Brewing
• 1851 Franchise: Craft Beer Enthusiast Enters Franchising
• Google News: Voodoo Brewing Lexington

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