About

Pivotal Brewing Company is a craft brewery and taproom located in a historic mill in Bristol, RI, offering a diverse lineup of beers including crisp modern lagers, hop-forward hazy IPAs, seasonal releases, and small-batch experiments. They focus on quality, innovation, and creating a welcoming space for sharing beers with friends, family, and pets. The spacious taproom hosts live music, trivia, markets, and private events for up to 450 guests.

Diverse craft beers: lagers, hazy IPAs, seasonals, experiments Live music and events Historic mill taproom event space
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Photos
Taproom interior Exterior seating area Spacious seating area Colorful lounging furniture Industrial chimney Can of Shakedown Street Can of Pivotal IPA
What They Make
Pivotal IPA
Flagship IPA
Shakedown Street
Beer in can
Upcoming Events
Weekly Trivia
Every Wednesday
McCaughey Standard Trivia, 5 rounds
DMB Project Acoustic Trio
Recurring Saturdays
Dave Matthews Band tunes
Rose Wharf Band - Grateful Dead Tribute
Recurring Saturdays
Grateful Dead tribute with jams
Storytime with Mrs. Katz
Monthly Sundays
Kids story time
Juicy Earth Day Market
Saturday April 25th
Green friendly and vintage products, empanadas
Latest News

Upcoming Newport Grand Opening; various live music and events through December.