The Center of the Universe Brewing Company (COTU) began when brothers Chris and Phil Ray began brewing beer in their houses. The hobby turned into an obsession, and the obsession has led them to open up a full production craft brewery in Ashland, Virginia. Located in the heart of Central Virginia, it is affectionately known as “The Center of the Universe.” COTU brews an assortment of ales using only whole ingredients while sticking to the traditional all-natural method of brewing beer.