local
What is happening to Southern Grist Brewing Co. in Tennessee?
By Danica Sauter at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 13, 2026
· 3 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Southern Grist Brewing Co. recently announced they will temporarily be closing down one of its locations to transform the space with Xul Beer Co. branding.Starting Sunday, July 20, their taproom at 5012 Centennial Blvd will be closed over the next few weeks as they trans...
Key takeaway Starting Sunday, July 20, their taproom at 5012 Centennial Blvd will be closed over the next few weeks as they transform from Southern Grist to Xul Nashville .
Why this matters in The Nashville
The transformation of Southern Grist Brewing Co.'s taproom on Centennial Boulevard into Xul Nashville marks a significant shift in the city's craft beer landscape. As Xul Beer Co. takes over the space, Nashville beer enthusiasts can expect a distinct change in atmosphere, with darker tones and richer textures replacing the familiar Southern Grist aesthetic. This rebranding effort is part of a larger acquisition deal announced in November 2025, which will see the Southern Grist brand phased out in favor of Xul's identity. While Southern Grist's legacy brews will still be available, the transition signals a new chapter for the city's beer scene, with Xul's focus on creating unique, talk-worthy beers and inviting taprooms poised to attract a new wave of patrons. As the city's craft beer community continues to evolve, it will be worth watching how Xul Nashville integrates into the local market and whether the rebranded taproom can maintain the loyal following Southern Grist has built over the past decade.
About this story
Original reporting by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) . The Nashville surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
Get more The Nashville stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering local and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Southern Grist Brewing Co. recently announced they will temporarily be closing down one of its locations to transform the space with Xul Beer Co. branding.Starting Sunday, July 20, their taproom at 5012 Centennial Blvd will be closed over the next few weeks as they trans...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 13, 2026 by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) and curated for The Nashville readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Danica Sauter at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate). To learn more about how The Nashville selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more local coverage from The Nashville, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More local →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter