BREWERY

Originally a brewpub – a restaurant that sells beer brewed on the premises – RJ Rockers quickly established itself as the soul of downtown nightlife and served as a catalyst for the revitalization of Morgan Square.  Rockers and Abby’s Grill opened within two weeks of one another in April of 1997, adding to Morgan Square’s nightlife and increasing the need for downtown parking overnight.  As other businesses found roots on Morgan Square, the area has become an integral part of the community in Downtown Spartanburg.

With the limitations of production as a brewpub to 2,000 barrels a year, RJ Rockers began the transition into a full-blown brewery.

After maxing capacity at the 1,200 barrel location, RJ Rockers returned to Downtown Spartanburg in August 2009.  They moved into their current location in the Grain District of Downtown Spartanburg where previous owners include the Salvation Army and a Dodge Dealership.

The Stone Act was passed in 2014 allowing breweries to sell food along with their handcrafted beers.  Before this legislation was passed, breweries could brew and distribute beer, but they could not serve food.  The exception was brewpubs, but they were limited in how much they could produce.

Rockers Restaurant within the brewery opened in 2017.  With no limitations on how much beer they could brew, Rockers reentered the Spartanburg food scene.  In developing their menu items, complimentary beer flavors were incorporated into tasty appetizers and entrees that pair well with Rockers’ brewed beer.

In April, Rockers celebrated their 25th anniversary and commemorated their past achievements by hosting 25 Years of Beer at the brewery.  With “Birthday Boy” on tap, folks got to enjoy live music and a burger cook-off next door, all while celebrating the last two and a half decades with Rockers.

RJ Rockers officially becomes Rockers Brewing Co. with a creative rebrand.  Rockers debuted new logos and branding materials to create a fresh visual that still captures aspects of their roots.