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Expert-guided brewery tours in asheville, nc.

Asheville Brewery Tours invites you on an unforgettable journey through the city's thriving beer scene.  We are your ultimate guide to Asheville's finest breweries! Get exclusive access to unique locations, expertly curated tastings and a laid-back experience for beer enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

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Experience asheville's best brewery tour.

With over 400 unique brews crafted in Asheville every week, navigating the AVL Beer Scene might seem daunting. Fear not! The expert guides at Asheville Brewery Tours will take you behind the scenes, introducing you to your new favorite craft brews and hidden gems.

Your personal local beer expert will guide you to 3 breweries, sampling 3 different local brews at each location, spanning in style, flavor and color.

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Exclusive craft beer access, why choose asheville brewery tours.

Enjoy on a fun, informative, and laid-back tour, where you'll learn about the craft beer process and indulge in some of Asheville's most acclaimed craft creations. Our friendly and knowledgeable guides will handpick a diverse selection of tastings at three distinct breweries featuring local favorites, innovative brews, and seasonal delights. By the time you're done, you'll know all about Asheville's beer landscape, one of the nation's top craft brewing capitals.

Embark on a mobile adventure to Asheville's outlying craft breweries, experiencing exclusive tastings and behind-the-scenes access with our expert-guided tours.

Discover the rich brewing heritage of Asheville's historic downtown on foot, as our knowledgeable and entertaining guides unveil the stories behind each unique brewery.

Create unforgettable memories with a private brewery tour tailored to your preferences or special occasion. Have a large group? The team can handle up to 100 people.

My husband and I enjoy a good beer but are far from connoisseurs. We discovered this tour online and signed up. We had a great time and our guide was very knowledgeable! Learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. I would definitely recommend it!

I loved this tour! Would definitely take another. The guides are relaxed and the vibe is casual. After a couple tastes, your group begins to feel more like friends as you travel to different breweries. The pours were generous and exploratory of the different offerings each brewery had.

Our guide was quite knowledgeable about the brewing process. He gave a great tour and was easy going and personable. Our group got along well and we all hugged bye at the end. It was a quick 3 hours, but well worth the price and the time. Plus, lots of different beers to try!

We had a blast! This was the highlight of our Asheville trip. Our guide was knowledgeable and made sure everyone on the tour got to try beers they liked. She took us to awesome spots and the group size was just right. She also gave us great recommendations for places to go after the tour.

We booked this tour when we were in Asheville for our honeymoon and it was such a fun time. Jason was an excellent tour guide! He did a fantastic job. The tour was a blast - we’d recommended this tour as a must stop on your trip! A great way to see Asheville and taste really good beers!!! 10/10 recommend!

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Discover why our guests rave about Asheville Brewery Tours, and join the growing list of satisfied beer enthusiasts who've experienced the best of Asheville's craft brewing scene.

Journey Through Asheville's Beer Haven

For the last 10+ years, Asheville Brewery Tours has offered the following experiences:

• A walking tour of breweries nestled within Asheville's historic downtown district, where you'll explore the city's rich brewing heritage on foot.
• A mobile tour of Asheville's outlying craft breweries, where we'll provide transportation, gives you exclusive brewery experiences beyond the city center.
• Private tours tailored to your preferences are perfect for special occasions or groups seeking a personalized brewery adventure.

Join Asheville Brewery Tours for an exceptional beer experience, where we combine exclusive access and a passion for craft brewing to create memories you'll cherish for years to come.

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Asheville brewery tours: crafted for you.

Set out on a captivating journey through Asheville's finest breweries as our knowledgeable and entertaining guides lead you to discover the city's brewing secrets.

• Mobile Tour

$79 / person

Experience Asheville’s hidden brewery gems on wheels, with our mobile tours that provide exclusive tastings, expert guidance, and behind-the-scenes brewery access.

• Walking Tour

$69 / Person

Delve into the rich brewing heritage of Asheville’s historic downtown on foot, as our knowledgeable and entertaining guides unveil the stories and flavors behind each unique brewery.

$79 / Person

Make your special occasion unforgettable with a custom private brewery tour, tailored to your group’s preferences and showcasing the best of Asheville’s craft beer scene.

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Fun & informative, expert local guides, explore the heart of asheville's thriving brew scene.

Our brewery tours are designed for beer lovers, by beer lovers. Enjoy unique experiences, exclusive brewery access, and a fun-filled exploration of Asheville's craft beer landscape. Book your expert-guided brewery tour today and explore Asheville's vibrant beer scene like never before!

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Why choose Asheville Brews Cruise?

North Carolina’s First Brewery Tour! For over 15 years, we’ve taken thousands of beer fans on in-depth tours of Asheville’s brewery scene, setting a standard for brewery tours not only in Asheville, but in other great and growing beer cities like Portland, Chicago, and Charleston. We’ve been featured in Southern Living, The New York Times, and Draft Magazine, to name a few.

ORIGINAL and FIRST brewery tour in Asheville. Thousands have taken our tour over the past 16 years, and we have long-lasting relationships with many of the breweries here. In fact, our tours often include the opportunity to talk with some of Asheville’s most experienced brewmasters.

Our tour guides are EXPERIENCED, FUN, and TAKE PRIDE IN engaging everyone to sample a wide variety of beers, understanding the brewing process, the history of beer, the way to taste and even pair beer with food, and offering a behind-the-scenes peek of a brewery.

Our tours offer a WIDE VARIETY and AMPLE AMOUNT of BEER. Come stretch your palate and learn more about beer styles (and leave the driving to us!) Simply put, our tour-goers have FUN, LEARN, and EXPERIENCE Asheville’s famous beer world on the big, yellow bus with a smile!

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All tours depart from the Vance Memorial, just look for the BIG yellow school bus with a smile.

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Twin Leaf Brewing Co.

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“Great Experience!”

JC did an awesome job showing us around. He was informative and the beer was awesome! This is a must-do if you’re in Asheville! Easy booking, pick up & drop off! Don’t pass this one up!

Kaym2512 Kennesaw, Georgia

“Bachelor party success”

We had a group of 10 guys and had an absolute blast. The samples were flowing and so was the information on each brewery. Zach, the owner, was our guide and he was a good time and very friendly. I will be back with friends.

babyhewi Clearwater, Florida

“An excellent way to spend the afternoon...”

Brews Cruise is a must-do in Asheville. Good time and great beer. Make sure to request Adam as your guide. You won’t regret it.

PlinyTheElder84 Temple, Texas

“Fantastic tour”

My wife and I had so much fun on this tour. The pace was relaxed and the guide was very knowledgeable. The breweries were welcoming and the beer fantastic. We will do the cruise EVERY time we come to Asheville.

GSEdwards45 Atlanta, Georgia

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Asheville Brewery Tours Led By Experts

Award winning brewery walking tours.

Our brewery tours are more than just a pub crawl! They were named among the best in the world by both National Geographic and TripAdvisor , because they are the only brewery tours in Asheville led by internationally recognized beer experts !

Let our team of expert guides take you behind the scenes of some of the best breweries Asheville has to offer!

What You'll Experience

At BREW-ed, we don’t just claim to be experts, we’ve passed the exams to prove it! 

Every BREW-ed brewery tour guide has earned certification through the Cicerone Certification Program , the beer world’s equivalent to the Sommelier Program for wine. 

Let an internationally recognized expert lead you to Asheville’s best breweries!

BREW-ed’s Brewery Tours offer exclusive behind the scenes access to some of Asheville’s best breweries! 

See the tools and equipment brewers use up close, as you learn how your favorite beers are made from grain to glass! 

Tour production areas off limits to regular customers with your expert brewery tour guide!

We will show you how brewers transform barley, hops, yeast and water into the huge variety of great beer styles available today.

Our tours feature a wide variety of beer styles from Asheville’s best breweries. Whether you’re a fan of lagers or stouts, sours or IPAs, we’ve got you covered! 

Our tours force drinkers out of their comfort zones. Who knows? You might even find a new favorite!

BREW-ed Brewery Tours offers walking tours of some of Asheville’s best breweries. Downtown Asheville is home to 15 craft breweries, so why drive? Our tours focus on the breweries of Asheville’s South Slope neighborhood, and each brewery is a short walk from one another.

But, our walking tours are more than just a tour of Asheville’s breweries. They provide a unique and immersive experience into Asheville’s craft beer culture. Because we offer walking tours, we don’t waste time looking for parking spots or sitting in traffic. We spend our time sharing local beer and stories of Asheville’s beer industry with our guests. Our knowledgeable guides share their passion for local beer and the history of Asheville’s craft beer industry, providing an eco-friendly alternative to traditional bus tours.

At BREW-ed, we believe that the best way to experience a city is by foot, and our brewery tours offer an environmentally conscious and enjoyable way to explore Asheville’s craft beer scene!

While today Asheville is known as Beer City USA , the city has a fascinating past. From Asheville’s early days as a resting spot on a drover’s trail to the boom times of the 1920s and the bust of the Great Depression, Asheville has seen a lot.

At BREW-ed, we aim to share some local history on every tour. Our guides love this city, and are excited to share it with our guests!

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We work closely with some of Asheville’s best local breweries to bring a true insider experience to our guests.

Things to know

ALL BREWERY TOURS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE THROUGH THIS WEBSITE OR BY CALLING (828)278-9255. CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE AT LEAST 72 HOURS PRIOR TO BREWERY TOUR DEPARTURE TO RECEIVE A REFUND.

ALL BREWERY TOUR PARTICIPANTS WHO INTEND TO SAMPLE BEER MUST BE OVER 21 AND ABLE TO PROVIDE PROPER ID UPON REQUEST. NO REFUNDS WILL BE PROVIDED TO THOSE WITHOUT ID.

BREWERY TOURS WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE SO PLEASE CHECK THE FORECAST AND PREPARE ACCORDINGLY.

IN THE EVENT OF A NATURAL DISASTER OR SOME OTHER UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCE BREW-ED RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CANCEL A BREWERY TOUR. THOSE WITH RESERVATIONS WILL BE RESCHEDULED OR REFUNDED.

ALL SAMPLES ARE INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE.

BREW-ed Brewery Tour Gift Certificates

A brewery tour gift certificate is great for friends and family planning a visit to Asheville. We will show them around some of the best breweries in town and pour plenty of delicious craft beer, all while giving a local’s perspective of our city.

Award Winning Brewery Tours of Asheville, NC led by craft beer experts.

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Best Experience Ever

"It was a birthday gift to remember. Awesome choices, plenty of time to explore and enjoy the other options available. Our guide was very knowledgeable and I have made changes in what we look for in beers as well as how we drink it - always in a glass. Fun and cool"

Excellent Time Had By All

"The tour was great from beginning to end. Mark was an awesome guide. Perfect man for our group. We really enjoyed his knowledge of beer and history. All the brewery stops were good, but Bantam Cider was my favorite. Will definitely be back!"

History Meets Beer

"This tour was a great way to experience the city of Boston and see what various types of beer it has to offer. The tour guide was very informative and made the overall experience fun and enjoyable. Plus, who doesn't like to sample 15-18 beers in under 6 hours? Will definitely recommend this tour to friends!"

Asheville Breweries

Exploring craft beer in asheville, nc.

Embark on an adventure through Asheville’s renowned beer scene with City Brew Tours. Our dedicated beer experts will guide you through the stories, processes, and flavors of the craft breweries that are responsible for Asheville’s reputation as a major beer city. Explore everything from microbreweries to iconic industry heavyweights—a unique interactive learning experience awaits you at each stop along your craft beer journey.

We went out found some of the best breweries that represent Asheville’s craft beer scene, hand-selecting and building a strong relationship with each affiliate in order to offer you an unforgettable experience! Our expert guides will show you the ins and outs of 3-4 stops during your City Brew Tour, introducing you to these featured brewery affiliates and their craft beer.

Making plans to drink the great beer in Asheville but feel overwhelmed with all the choices? 

Allow our Asheville Brews Cruise experts to guide you through the vibrant craft brewery scene of Western North Carolina with our local insights, making your beer journey unforgettable in the place we’re proud to call home.

Purchase the perfect gift: an Asheville Brews Cruise gift card with a value of your choosing!

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the Original Brewery Tour in AVL!

Since 2006, thousands of thirsty guests have embarked on our unforgettable tours, immersing themselves in Asheville’s renowned beer culture. With longstanding relationships with local breweries, we offer an exclusive opportunity to connect with some of the city’s most experienced brewers.

Led by our experienced and fun-loving guides, our tours are designed to engage and delight every guest. Discover the art of brewing, explore beer history, master the art of tasting, and even learn how to pair beer with food. Plus, get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at a working brewery!

But that’s not all – our tours boast a wide variety and ample amount of beer, ensuring you’ll expand your palate and knowledge of beer styles.

And with us behind the wheel, you can relax and enjoy every sip without worrying about transportation.

Join us on the yellow bus with a smile for an experience that promises fun, learning, and the chance to immerse yourself in Asheville’s famous beer scene.

Book your tour now and get ready to raise a glass with us on the bus!

Our Featured Tours

• Every Tuesday Afternoon
• Users Ages 21+
• Clock 3.5 Hours

Tuesdays – Three Stop Brewery Tour

Take a Tuesday afternoon brewery tour with us and visit Twin Leaf, Green Man Dirty Jack’s, and Hi-Wire’s Big Top Brewing.

• Every Thursday Afternoon

Thursdays – Three Stop Brewery Tour

Tour and taste on a Thursday with us as we check out Twin Leaf, Green Man Dirty Jack’s, and Hi-Wire’s Big Top Brewing.

• Every Friday Afternoon

Fridays – Three Stop Brewery Tour

Let’s get funky on a Friday afternoon with stops at Twin Leaf, Hi-Wire, and French Broad River Brewery.

• Every Saturday Early Afternoon

Saturdays – Three Stop Brewery Tour

Saturdays are meant for making new friends over beers as we bring you to Twin Leaf, Hi-Wire, and French Broad River Brewery.

• Every Sunday Afternoon

Sundays – Three Stop Brewery Tour

Hop on the bus for a Sunday exploration of Twin Leaf, Hi-Wire, and French Broad River breweries.

Private and Corporate Tours

Take your group on board the Asheville Brews Cruise and let our local experts show you around. 

Your specialized tour could visit local sites for everyone to participate in fun activities. With these private tours, we can be flexible on start times and pick-up and drop-off locations.

Let us know about any specific places that your group would like to visit. We will do our best to accommodate them on your private tour. We love trying to make the impossible possible! Learn more here…

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Looking for an unforgettable Asheville outing? Work with us to plan the ideal private tour route and timing for your group!

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What Our Guests Think About Asheville Brews Cruise

JC knows anything and everything about beer. He even made sure we had water at each stop. Well worth the money and we will definitely book again when we return to Asheville. If you like beer, you MUST do this tour!

JC is the BOMB - he made the cruisin' a blast and he is sooooo knowledgable! I highly recommend JC and Shorty (the bus) for an afternoon of great beers and entertainment!!

We got this tour from our great friends who live in the town and we really thanks them for that experience! All you want to know about the Asheville beers and breweries, just ask the guide. As we are from the country where the "beer was born" (Czech Republic, Pilsner) I appreciated the knowledge of that history as well 👍 We spent a lot of fun there and tasted many types of beers during the tour, the Brew Cruise bus was amazing, we met nice people from other countries. Absolutely recommend that 🍻

We had an absolute blast on this trip! Could not recommend more and would do it again when we are back in town!

JC was so knowledgeable and made the tour such a fun experience. Anyone visiting Asheville needs to do this tour and do it as your first activity. It was awesome!

JC was friendly, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. Definitely recommended.

JC was a great tour guide.

JC is great. What a fun guy and fun to be around.

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16 Standout Asheville Breweries to Visit Now

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The mountains are calling and so is the beer. It’s no secret that beer lovers from all over the world travel to the hills of Asheville for one thing — breweries. From big names to neighborhood spots, here are the top 16 breweries to visit in Asheville, North Carolina.

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Zebulon Artisan Ales

Bringing the hip to hipster, Zebulon brewing is only open 1-6 on Friday and Saturday creating the elusive waiting and scheduling game to beer collectors from all over the world. Living in a warehouse in the town of Weaverville, Zebulon Artisan Ales focus on Belgian, French farmhouse, and historical beers. All beers are unfiltered and often never to be seen again as there are no flagship beers consistently available. Plan accordingly while visiting this brewery.

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Zillicoah Beer Co.

Sitting on four acres of riverfront land just two miles outside of Asheville, Zillacoah Beer Company levels up on the brewery views. With specializations in open fermented lagers like the Austrian Gold, as well as farmhouse beers, Zillacoah keeps the traditions of beer brewing while pushing into mixed culture beers.

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Touted as not just a brewery but a beverage company, Dssolvr focuses on beer while leaving room for other kinds of fermentation. With surreal artwork covering cans and walls and over the top beer names like Blood of My Kin and Conjuring Spirits, Dssolvr brings an edgy taproom to Asheville using both old school and new school methods of brewing.

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Noble Cider & Mead Downtown

Don’t like beer? Well, maybe this wasn’t the list to read. However, Asheville does have another option. Noble Cidery lives just outside of Asheville in the growing town of Leicester, where the taplines consist of every cider imaginable alongside meads for the adventurous drinker. With ciders and folk art-inspired can designs, Noble Cider brings history and fresh local pressed apples to the masses. Noble Cider also has a taproom and restaurant within the city of Asheville.

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Asheville Brewing Company

Pizza and beer just go together. Asheville Brewing Company brings large slices, pretzels, and pub fare to its three locations. With legacy tap lines like the Perfect Day IPA and the Space Dog American Wheat, Asheville Brewing company upgrades patio drinking in Asheville.

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Wicked Weed Brewing Pub

This nationwide brewing company houses four locations within the Asheville area. Wicked Weed initially opened in 2012 offering West Coast IPAs and barrel-aged sours, expanding into a sour program with its sister brewery known as the Funkatorium on the South Slope of Asheville. A full kitchen is available, as well as long waits to get in the door for this nationally distributed company. Early arrival is recommended to beat the lines.

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Twin Leaf Brewery

Located in the popular South Slope portion of Asheville, Twin Leaf Brewery brings a family friendly atmosphere with giant Jenga sets, foosball, and shuffleboards. Dogs are invited to drink with their owners (water bowls available) both inside or outside. With a heavy American IPA tap list, Twin Leaf Brewery also brews a variety of lagers, sours, and stouts.

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Burial Beer Co.

Burial Beer sits in the South Slope district of downtown Asheville, popular for multiple breweries within walking distance from each other and allowing for easy bar crawl action. With its large murals and empty trucks and cars used as seating, Burial Beer brings a fun atmosphere to complement its award-winning IPAs like the Surf Wax. In addition to the brewery, Burial Beer has opened Forestry Camp , a newer restaurant in Biltmore Village featuring a menu to pair with an extensive beverage menu including its very own Burial Beer.

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New Belgium Brewing Company

New Belgium Brewing sits along the river in West Asheville with an expansive outdoor area, food trucks daily and brewery tours (on hold for now). Beer lovers and tourists converge daily on this active brewery. Find old faithful New Belgium beers like Fat Tire sitting on the tap line next to other favorites like the Voodoo Ranger IPA or Imperial IPA.

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Wedge Brewing Company

In West Asheville’s river arts district, Wedge Brewing brings an eclectic feel to its tap room. With ample space for food trucks and outdoor seating, Wedge Brewing houses light, hoppy, and specialty beers with two guest tap lines.

Archetype Brewing

Named after the four main ingredients in beer (grain, hops, yeast, and water), Archetype brings the chemistry of brewing to the customers. Archetype Brewing is located in West Asheville with an additional tap room downtown. Core beers like the Commitment Phobia IPA and the Cowboy Poet load the tap lines alongside core rotational, seasonal, small batch, and barrel-aged for every palate.

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Cursus Keme

At the back of a dead end lane, Cursus Keme sits behind a fence with an artsy biergarten feel. Walking into the renovated tractor trailer service building, large wooden tables and greenery bring a lush taproom feel. Cursus Keme brings traditional brewing to Asheville with wood-fired brew kettles. A variety of styles are available, including IPAs, lagers, and stouts. Cursus Keme does not plan to distribute, but instead prefers to bring guests into the space to experience the beer.

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New Origin Brewing Company

One of the newest kids on the block, New Origin Brewing, sits right down the lonely street from Curses Keme but is still in the heart of the Biltmore Village. The industrial tap room also houses an outdoor beer garden and food trucks with options to bring both kids and dogs. Look for contemporary beers like Focal Point, a Vienna Lager; Drizzle, a milk stout; and Pickles, a New England-style IPA.

Highland Brewing Company

Touted as the first legal brewery in Asheville, Highland Brewing, started in 1994, is still one of the largest independent and family owned breweries in the Southeast. Highland Brewing sits on 40 acres overlooking the mountains of Asheville, allowing for large gatherings and events. Highland Brewing’s tap line consists of traditional favorites like the Gaelic Ale and the AVL IPA as well as seasonal and limited release options. Often multiple food trucks set up outside the brewery doors to help soak up all those beers.

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French Broad River Brewery

Named after the body of water that runs through the heart of the town, French Broad River Brewery sits on the edge of the Biltmore Village. With a newly expanded taproom, year round taps sit next to the seasonal and small batch lines. Live music and special events are held weekly.

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Hillman beer.

With two outposts, Hillman Beer’s first location sits just outside of the historic Biltmore Village and the second location in the town of Old Fort within the Black Mountain area. Both spots provide a beer-friendly food menu to accompany the Hazy Half-Back IPA or the Four Fat Baby Belgian Quad.

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Beer City, USA: A Self-Guided Brewery Tour of Asheville, NC

When I first read about Asheville, North Carolina having the most breweries per capita of any city in the United States, you bet your behind that I started packing my bags. I don’t really drink too much anymore due to the fact that my body has aged so much more rapidly than my naïve little mind, and so a margarita with dinner is enough to give me a hangover well into the next afternoon. A shot of tequila is enough to make me immediately blow chunks all over the floor and then turn in for the night. Two glasses of wine is enough to make me cry by myself in the corner as I contemplate all the most devastating things in life and wonder why no one loves me.

Bottom line: I am not that fun when I drink. In a way I feel robbed of my youth, being this way, but I’ve accepted this is who I am. The only thing I can drink without guaranteed disastrous repercussions, and the one thing I really, truly love to drink, is beer.

But let’s be real. You are not here reading this post because you want to know about what a loser I am. You’re here because you want to hit as many breweries as possible in one afternoon in Asheville.

My sister Meredith and I spent about 10 hours hopping from brewery to brewery, and there were aspects that we enjoyed about each. The air was cold and crisp outside, and there was no better way to spend an afternoon than cozying up with some tasty beers and enjoying Asheville’s alternative, bohemian culture, even if we’re not cool enough to fit into it.

A huge number of Asheville’s breweries are within blocks of each other in the South Slope District, so here is the route we took and our favorite things about each brewery.

Disclaimer: though I find beer delicious, I am not a beer expert, so I won’t be speaking pompously of the beer’s aromas, amount of head, or flavor balance because I don’t know a goddamn thing and don’t really care to.

  Burial Beer Company

 40 collier ave, asheville, nc 28801.

Brewery atmosphere:  Burial was the first brewery we stopped into and it certainly set the bar high. It is one of the highest rated breweries in North Carolina, so it does get a little crowded, but you won’t even really care with the rustic interior and the good, hipster vibes. Expect to see a few dogs wandering around as well (huge thumbs up to all of Asheville, since I saw a dog or two in several of the breweries we went to. Now if we can just get the rest of the country to get on board). Burial is laid back, offers amazing southern food right next door, and is a truly unique spot to throw back your first beer. Plus, all the beer cans have really cool gothic art on them, and I am all about little details like this.

Beer to try: The Prayer, best enjoyed by beer drinkers who like Belgian style pale ales with tart, apricoty, and somewhat peppery flavors.

Price:  Expect a beer to be around $6-7.

Bottom line:          If you only go to one brewery in Asheville, let this be the one.

  Green Man Brewery

 27 buxton ave, asheville, nc 28801.

Brewery atmosphere:  This place was very clean and very modern. It had two levels, with a bar on each level, and a ton of brewing equipment on the first. What is brewing equipment even called? Silver barrel beer things? The walls were painted a calming green, and there were boxes of trivia games upstairs that Meredith and I utilized for about an hour even though we are both horrifically bad at trivia and wildly guessed most of the answers.

Beer to try: Tart Berry Berliner Weisse, best enjoyed by beer drinkers who like sour and fruity beers with a weird violet hue.

Price:  A pint runs around $5.

Bottom Line:          The perfect place for an afternoon beer.

  Twin Leaf Brewery

144 coxe ave, asheville, nc 28801.

Brewery atmosphere:  Twin Leaf was the first brewery we visited that was crowded as fuxk. Mid-afternoon is when the droves of thirsty day drinkers start to swarm the breweries, so be prepared for a long line here. However, the bartenders were incredibly friendly and worked as quickly as possible to get everyone served. There are long, communal tables to sit and drink with friends old and new, industrial decor, as well as ping pong tables and other games along the side. Beer, conversation, and plenty of activities, so you can’t go wrong.

Beer to try:  Dark Matter Oatmeal Stout, best enjoyed by beer drinkers who like rich, fuller-bodied beers with flavors of chocolate, molasses, and coffee.

Price:  A pint runs around $5-6.

Bottom Line:        Probably the cutest brewery we visited, and the easiest to hang out in FOR HOURS (yeah, we were there for hours).

  The Funkatorium

147 coxe ave, asheville, nc 28801.

Brewery atmosphere:  Funkatorium is actually owned by Wicked Weed, and is the East Coast’s first “sour and funky beer dedicated taproom.” Do I know what that means? Heck no, but it does sound like a good reason to check it out. There is a smaller, rustic bar area in front with a huge warehouse of barrels in the back, as well as a stage which I assume is for live music but not at the time we were there (would have been DOPE to hear some live music in a warehouse surrounded by beer barrels, though). Very cool place; its only downfall was that we had to wait outside for about 15 minutes before being allowed in because they were at capacity, but once we went inside it didn’t seem crowded at all.

Beer to try:  Genesis Blonde Sour, best enjoyed by beer drinkers who like fresh, fruity sours, bursting with flavors of pineapple, mango, papaya, and guava. Sour Patch Kids lovers welcome. I went through a phase recently where I ate 5 bags of Sour Patch Kids a week and it was horrible. Not that that is relevant to anyone but my mother, who loves me.

Price:  Each special sour beer is about $5.

Bottom Line:        Really, really, really good beer.

  Hi-Wire Brewing

197 hilliard ave, asheville, nc 28801.

Brewery atmosphere:  Out of all the breweries, this one was my least favorite. I hate to talk bad about anyone or anything (unless it’s in the privacy of my house and no one except my friends and family can hear me, then I am seriously all about it), but I have to be honest. It was very dark inside and extremely loud, and we were not able to find a place to sit. It felt less like a funky, sophisticated brewery and more like a neighborhood dive bar with some barrels in the back. Not that there’s anything wrong with that necessarily . We just didn’t stay for too long. I also think at this point we were starving and tired and in need of some mid-brewery-crawl snacks.

Beer to try:  Really Good Breakfast, best enjoyed by beer drinkers who like a heavier, darker stout. I think I would have really enjoyed sipping on this beer had I not been so in need of food that any heavy beer was bound to make my delicate ass feel like barfing.

Price:  A beer from the tap runs at about $5.

Bottom Line:          At least it is dog friendly, and has some live music.

  Asheville Brewing Company

 77 coxe ave, asheville, nc 28801.

Brewery atmosphere:  The Asheville Brewing Company is home to some award-winning beers and is the “most Googled brewery in North Carolina,” according to their website. Who knows if that is true, or if it is for any other reason other than the fact that it has both “Asheville” and “brewing” in its name. This was a great next stop for us, because the beer was making our stomachs start to turn and we needed something to eat. There are three locations, but the one we went to in the South Slope District is their actual brewpub, where all the brewing equipment is held. Since the brewing equipment is all behind the scenes, you need a tour to see it, so this brewery had a restaurant feel to it more than the others. It was really lively and welcoming inside, even if we did have to wait for a table to get any service.

Beer to try:  Perfect Day IPA, best enjoyed by beer drinkers who like citrusy and floral hops. This one was recommended to me by the lovely bartender whose name escapes me but who was the sweetest and coolest woman on the face of this planet.

Price:  Beers are about $5-6.

Bottom Line:          This brewery had the friendliest staff we came across, and lots and lots of hot and tasty apps.

  Bhramari Brewing Company

101 s lexington ave, asheville, nc 28801.

Brewery atmosphere:  Bhramari is a large, newer brewery with several different rooms, as well as an outside patio. The inside is extra hipster and extra chill, and while it was crowded with a lot of people as we stumbled into a booth, the vibes never strayed from highly laid-back and relaxing. The creative and funky decor and beers made for a very enjoyable time. At this point we were about ready to pass out from all the alcohol and we decided to split a lighter beer, which was a nice change of pace from some of the heavier ones we had been drinking.

Beer to try:  Curb Appeal, best enjoyed by beer drinkers who like simple, light, and fresh American lagers.

Price: A pint is about $5.

Bottom Line:          Funky and fun, and I imagine it would have been an excellent spot for day drinking outside.

  Wicked Weed Brewing

91 biltmore ave, asheville, nc 28801.

Brewery atmosphere:  Ah, yes, our final stop on our seemingly endless brewery tour. How is it possible that we only walked for 10 cumulative minutes and saw so many places?? Drank so much?? Spent SO MUCH MONEY?? This is the main location for Wicked Weed brewery, Funkatorium being its other location down the street. It is one of the more popular and more famous breweries in town, so it is often packed. It is loud inside at night, but it is very open so the vibe is actually a lot of fun as opposed to overwhelming and suffocating. There’s also a fire pit outside and plenty of space to hang out if the weather is nice. It was literally snowing while we were there and we sprinted from brewery to brewery to minimize our time in the cold, so we definitely did not get to enjoy that.

Beer to try:  Lunatic Blonde, best enjoyed by beer drinkers who like yeasty, fruity, and spicy blondes with a crisp feel to it.

Price:  Beers are about $4-5.

Bottom Line:          Tons of fun and full of people, and a definite must for any brewery crawl if for nothing else than for its notoriety.

To me a day like the one Meredith and I had is not really about being wasted and making idiots out of ourselves. It’s not even necessarily about the beer. It’s about the experience. Meredith is not a huge beer drinker, but she still enjoyed the unique character of each establishment and was always able to find something she liked (hello, these are  breweries . They specialize in making tons of different beers, and lots of them have ciders too!).

You’d be remiss to miss an opportunity to hit at least a couple of Asheville’s breweries on your visit. They don’t call this town Beer City, USA for nothing!

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heading to asheville and was a bit overwhelmed about how to choose our crawl….just gonna follow your lead! Thanks!

Very informative. Thank you! Going to Asheville soon. Definitely will be stopping by Wicked Weed and Asheville Brewing

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5 Breweries in Asheville You Can Tour

A list of asheville breweries you can tour.

Did you know that there are a handful of beloved Asheville breweries you can tour? And that some are FREE brewery tours!? It’s only fitting given that Asheville is known as Beer City and the Beer Capital of America. Our claim to brewery fame is that we have more breweries per capita than any other city .

What’s so great is that a few of these breweries are happy to lift the curtain to share how the beer is made. You’ll find everything from free brewery tours to $75 in-depth tours. The no-cost brewery tours are at the top of our guide to free things to do in Asheville . It doesn’t get better!

For all you beer enthusiasts or industrial tourism enthusiasts out there, this list is for you!

Read on to see which Asheville brewery favorites offer tours of their production facilities. And one last thing– make sure to wear closed-toed shoes!

If you are excited about touring breweries in Asheville but aren’t sure where to start …

Take the stress out of it and book with City Brew Tours ! They have two different tours to choose from that include transportation to 3-4 breweries, beer samples and even a few bites. Tours start at $75.

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5 Asheville Breweries You Can Tour

And now onto the list! All of these breweries offer online reservations and we have included links for each.

1. Sierra Nevada Brewery Tours

Sierra Nevada’s Asheville area brewery, located in Mills River, NC is the Taj Mahal of breweries. They offer three tours that go into varying levels of depth of Sierra Nevada history and the beer brewing process. You can reserve a spot for each of these tours online.

Sierra Nevada’s shortest tour is the Brewhouse Tour. This is a basic brewery tour that lasts about 45 minutes , during which you will learn about the entire beer making process, see live production and packaging equipment and finish with a tasting of a few of their beers . Cost for the tour is $9 per person.

The next tour is their Beyond the Pale Tour which goes into more depth about the history of Sierra Nevada in addition to the brewing process and production facility. The tour lasts 90 minutes and includes a sample of nine Sierra Nevada beers along the way. Cost for this tour is $25 per person .

The most in depth tour that Sierra Nevada offers is the Beer Geek Tour , a 3 hour deep dive into how Sierra Nevada operates. The tour limits groups to six people for an intimate experience. Cost for this tour is $75 per person.

2. New Belgium Brewery Tours

Situated on the banks of the French Broad River, New Belgium Brewery calls West Asheville home to its East Coast production operations. They offer several brewery tours of their expansive facility. Check their website for more details and to book your tour!

First and most importantly FREE (!!) is their Tour Teaser . This 45 minute tour takes you through their production facility and includes a sample of their beer. Tour times are daily at 2:00pm and 4:00pm. Tickets are available day of on a first come first serve basis. Oh and did we mention its free !?

Next up is New Belgium’s The Classic Tour . This 90 minute experience goes into more depth about New Belgium’s history and connection to Asheville as well as a full production facility tour. The tour includes a guided flight of beers to show you what New Belgium has to offer. Cost for this tour is $20 per person and reservations are recommended.

For an in depth tour, New Belgium offers their Grain to Glass Tour which they call a production adventure. This 150 minute tour goes behind the scenes and more in depth into the production areas. Tours are limited to 6 people to ensure an intimate experience. Cost for this tor is $75 per person .

New Belgium also offers group tours , so be sure to check their website if you plan to visit with a group!

3. Highland Brewing Tours

Highland Brewing kicked off Asheville’s beer scene in 1991 as the first craft brewery in Asheville (aren’t we thankful for that.)

They offer a 50 minute tour of their brewery that guides guests through their production facility and gives an overview of their history and process. The tour includes samples of 5 beers along the way!

Tours are offered Friday through Sunday. Tickets must be reserved in advance on their website . Cost for the tour is $15 per person.

4. Burial Beer Co. – Forestry Camp Tours

Burial Beer is a beloved local craft brewery in Asheville offering a lineup of mouthwatering brews. Luckily for us they also offer tours of the production brewery in the historic Forestry Camp location.

Their tour is a 60 minute tour in which you will see their process for brewing learn about Burial’s history. Tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 and 3:00pm.

Burial’s tour includes sampling as well as a commemorative glass. Reservations are required, so book online before you go! Cost for the tour is $35 per person .

5. Wicked Weed Brewery Tours

Wicked Weed is another of Asheville’s brewery darlings, establishing themselves as a mainstay in the craft beer scene. They offer a FREE brewery tour at their original brewpub location.

The tour includes a behind the scenes look at the brewpub and includes 3 samples of their delicious beer. You’ll also become the proud new owner of a commemorative Wicked Weed Glass.

Reservations are recommended so don’t forget to reserve a spot online .

Yes, several breweries offer free tours including New Belgium and Wicked Weed.

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Whether you want to socialize with friends or enjoy the mountain views, Asheville bars like Social Lounge are worth visiting.

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After a day hiking some of the enchanting trails of Pisgah National Forest or enjoying a leisurely drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway , head back to Asheville to experience the mountains in a whole different way—as a scenic backdrop at one of the city’s many atmospheric rooftop bars. Asheville’s skyline is also no slouch, as it includes the art deco Asheville City Hall and the neo-Gothic Jackson Building, each an architectural marvel. The following high-in-the-sky watering holes offer a front-row seat for both views.

For incredible mountainous landscape views, head to the Montford.

Courtesy of The Montford (left), Photo by Chelsea Lane Photography (right)

Montford Rooftop Bar

• Best for: An afternoon drink
• Where to find it: 199 Haywood Street in the Hyatt Place Hotel
• Neighborhood: Downtown Asheville

With nothing but a wall of glass rising up between patrons and the city below at the edge of this eighth-floor rooftop, you might experience a bit of vertigo—especially when combined with a potent and delicious Montford Mule, a signature cocktail made with Salamander vodka, the spiced-honey Krupnikas liqueur, ginger beer, and a squeeze of lime. Pro tip for day-drinkers: Bring sunblock and shades to really enjoy the Montford ’s direct afternoon summer sun.

The Observatory

• Best for: An upscale evening
• Where to find it: 68 Patton Avenue in the Restoration Hotel

Asheville’s Drum Circle —featuring a collection of beat-keepers, dancers, and Hula-Hoopers—has been taking place every Friday at 6 p.m. in Pritchard Park for nearly 25 years. While it gets a bit crowded, Observatory goers can elevate their experience by watching and listening to the scene from above the fray. The bar is a fine spot for a romantic evening, special celebration, or even just a drink for one on every other night of the week, too. While the staff welcomes everyone and says there’s no official dress code, this is one place where your trail-to-town outfit might leave you feeling a little underdressed.

Antidote at Chemist Spirits

• Best for: Craft cocktail lovers
• Where to find it: 151 Coxe Avenue
• Neighborhood: South Slope

Many guests have never made it to the rooftop at this establishment —because of the appealing below-deck ambiance. But do pull yourself away from the 1900s apothecary-inspired bar on the first floor because the rooftop is worth it. Trust us. The partially covered rooftop lounge overlooks the popular South Slope neighborhood and provides the perfect backdrop for sipping a flight of the handmade, locally sourced and inspired, award-winning spirits like the Barrel Rested Gin or Biltmore Single Malt Whiskey. It’s also an ideal vantage point for peeping the annual Mardi Gras parade and a fine place to people-watch on any warm evening. The cocktails are among the finest around, made with a precision that makes the place stand out in a beer-obsessed town.

Capella on 9

• Best for: All-around vibe
• Where to find it: 10 Broadway Street in the AC Hotel Downtown Asheville

Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours founder and owner Kaye Bentley has arguably spent more time canvassing best buzzed views than anyone else in the city. She made it her job back in 2018, when she combined a love of gorgeous Asheville views with history and a few thoughtfully crafted cocktails, which vary from spot to spot (and also include nonalcoholic options). She spun it all into what is now one of the most beloved experiences in town. So it’s no small thing when she highlights Capella on 9 for having the best ambiance in the game. “At Capella, you can enjoy two distinct areas for rooftop views with spacious outdoor seating and see local art on display,” she says. And if you’re feeling peckish, she adds, “They have a great tapas-style menu.”

The Social Lounge is one of Asheville’s rooftop bars that can be enjoyed year-round.

Social Lounge

• Best for: Intimate evenings and live DJ sets
• Where to find it: 29 Broadway Street

This place is of two minds: Early in the evening, the small, upscale, loved-by-locals space makes it the perfect incubator for romance. On weekends, the rooftop tables get cleared away to make way for a dance floor, which gets packed with folks grooving to the live set from a local DJ. The rooftop is covered and heated during the chilly months; when it gets balmy in warmer weather, the roll-up doors open and the fans come on, so the party never has to stop.

Hemingway’s Cuba Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

• Best for: Foodies and large groups
• Where to find it: 15 Page Avenue in the Cambria Hotel

Share a couple of small plates—we recommend the ceviche mixto and the yuca frita with garlic aioli—at this Cuban-inspired rooftop hot spot where you can pair your food with an exquisite cocktail. A shining example is the #Hemingwayssunset, a blend of Bacardi Silver, blackberry puree, lime juice, simple syrup, mint, and soda water, which comes with a side of sunglasses. When it comes to rooftop eats, this is Bentley’s go-to.

The Roof at the Radical

• Best for: Golden river sunset views
• Where to find it: 95 Roberts Street in the Radical Hotel
• Neighborhood: River Arts District

Atop the newest hotel in town is an alfresco drinking den that peers down on the French Broad River and the heart of the River Arts District. “Its open-air bar is a great way to relax and soak in the collective energy and creativity of the Arts District from a bird’s-eye view,” says Bentley. At sunset the river turns golden, dotted with specks that are people floating along on inner tubes and kayaks. The Radical’s clever use of outdoor furniture creates pockets of intimacy centered around firepits in a space that feels both laid-back and modern. And its 3 p.m. start time on Fridays and Saturdays makes this a solid afternoon-cocktail headquarters (say yes to its 3 Day Weekend Bourbon).

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Luke Combs Talks Stadium Tour, Dream Touring Partners, New Tour Merch: Exclusive

L uke Combs launched his 2024 “Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old” tour earlier this month and is headlining back-to-back stadium shows in Buffalo, New York, this weekend. Combs said concertgoers can “expect more of the same” on this tour – and he doesn’t mean to make it sound boring.

“It’s just who I am,” Combs told American Songwriter. It will be me, my guitar, and my band. We’ll be playing the hits the folks want to hear as well as some newer stuff. Nothing fancy, just the music doing the talking as usual.”

Combs is planning two shows per city and plans to give them a different feeling each night by varying opening acts and his setlist. He’ll do VIP Meet & Greets, pre-show tailgates on Saturdays and add fresh songs to his set that he didn’t play last year.

When writing new songs, he anticipates the audience and imagines how they’ll react to each element – sonic and visual.

“I feel like if I can create a song that has great lyrics, an awesome visual storyline and a great melody, the fans will love it – and that’s what most important,” Combs said.

But, he doesn’t take it for granted. Combs, who spent much of his youth growing up in Asheville, North Carolina, knows that most artists don’t have the opportunity to mount stadium tours, much less play back-to-back nights.

“I feel very blessed to be in this position and have this opportunity,” he said. I don’t take it for granted, and neither does my crew and team. But I do get inspired by other artists I follow who I’ve seen play stadium shows. There are a lot of great acts out there, and I try to lean on cool things they do when possible.”

Luke Combs Wants to Tour With Ed Sheeran and Post Malone

Combs doesn’t namecheck the artists who inspire him, but he does know he’d love to tour with his friend Ed Sheeran. He thinks Post Malone would be fun to share a stage with, too. He’s also convinced his former self – the young man who worked his way from bar bouncer to singer while he was in college in North Carolina – would be impressed with how far he’s made it in the music industry.

“There’s definitely still a little bit of that guy left in me,” Combs said. “There’s still the passion; there’s still that fire inside of me that you’ll see on stage every night, too.”

Now, he’s teaming with Miller Lite, which he calls his “go-to beer for forever,” to elevate the Luke Combs’ concert experience even more for fans. The brand is the beer sponsor for his current tour and asked if they could make him a Miller Lite trucker hat. Combs agreed, and now the hat – which is available beginning April 17 at shop.millerlite.com – could double as entry to a show.

When fans buy The Miller Lite x Luke Combs Trucker, they’ll be entered to win two tickets to a Luke Combs concert and more goodies from the Combs’ camp.

“I’ve been singing about beer for a while now,” Combs said. “The hats themselves are great. We were able to add elements of my album art and Miller Lite’s design throughout, and they turned out really cool. But more than that, I love that they give my fans the opportunity to do my favorite things – enjoy music with a good beer in hand. That’s what this is all about and that’s why I go on tour – to bring good music and good times to people.”

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Brewery, wellness studios to open as one-stop neighborhood hangout in Asheville

ASHEVILLE - A local couple is on the path to bringing fitness and entertainment to the Asheville community at a hybrid brewery-wellness center.

This month, Josh and Shannon Brewer acquired the keys to the former Down Dog dog park, bar and yoga studio that closed last spring at 51 Sweeten Creek Road. The Brewers will transform the newly leased commercial building into a craft beer taproom with wellness studios.

Josh Brewer, who started as a home brewer, sought a place to open a brewery in Asheville after years as a professional brewer in Eastern North Carolina. Shannon Brewer recognized an opportunity to share her expertise in wellness with an audience in a joint venture.

“I said, ‘Why don’t we do a wellness studio and brewery together and it’s like whole-person wellness ― it’s mental, physical, spiritual, social and community — everything all together,” Shannon Brewer said.

The months-long renovation plan to upgrade the nearly 4,000-square-foot facility, spruce up the patio, and get beer production churning is intended to be complete in time for a November/December opening.

The entrepreneurs envision a place for the community to gather and find inner peace by participating in a yoga class or relaxing with a cold craft beer.

Josh Brewer said he imagines Brewwell as a local hangout due to its placement in the Sweeten Creek neighborhood surrounded by other local commercial businesses, restaurants and breweries like Hillman Beer and 7 Clans Brewing.

“It’s an area that has some strong established businesses and hangout places here,” Shannon Brewer said. “It’s growing and evolving, and I think we’ll continue to see it grow and evolve so it’s exciting to be getting in on the earlier stage of the second wave.”

The fitness factor

A receptionist will greet guests entering the front of the building seeking to spend time on the wellness side of the business.

The two existing studios will host regularly scheduled classes like yoga, Pilates and meditation. The workshops and seminars may include practices like sound healing and reiki, and specially scheduled one-to-two times per month.

“Whatever people are interested in,” Shannon Brewer said. “I’m hoping to curate a collection of opportunities for people to explore and find the thing that sparks their element of interest.”

Instructors and other professionals will be contracted to lead the sessions.

The brewing side

The design theme is one Shannon Brewer has dubbed “Scandinavian boho industrial” as it will have a clean-line modern style with metal trusses overhead, natural materials like wood, terracotta and plant accents, and a color scheme of black and white contrasting with the copper beer kegs.

The taproom will be in the back half of the building and offer table, bar and lounge seating.

The existing bar will receive a facelift and drywall will be installed on the back wall from which the beverage menu will hang.

Nearly 600 square feet will be partitioned off the area to create a designated beer production space.

Six copper tanks will hang above the bar. The perks of the unique beer brewing and draft method are that it will save floor space for operations and storage while getting beer directly to guests in the taproom. Also, it will be easy to clean as it uses replaceable bags in the tanks.

Josh Brewer, said the “tank beer” set-up is popular in Europe, but Brewwell will be the third brewery in the U.S. to use them.

Beer is funneled from the brewery to the copper kegs through ceiling piping, and then a draft line will run from the kegs to the back wall of the taps.

Several additional taps behind the bar will be reserved for local guest beverage companies providing options like Prosecco, wine, kombucha and sour beers. Non-alcoholic options on the menu will include zero-proof beer, fruit smoothies, handcrafted sodas and sparkling teas.

Josh Brewer plans to introduce the brewery by releasing Czech-style pilsners and dark beers, a German-style Helles, an English-style pale ale, a nitrogen stout and Indian pale ales.

Light snacks will be on the menu, but visitors will be encouraged to patronize guest food trucks, pop-up vendors and neighborhood restaurants.

Brewwell’s creekside patio

The patio will offer covered and open spaces and an elevated section that will back up to Sweeten Creek.

Enhancements will include a new awning and seating.

The fencing will be changed to create a more open and inviting social space.

“We want it to feel community-oriented. People can come in and be themselves, relax and hang out. It's a little bit more of an open feeling,” Shannon Brewer said.

The patio and taproom will be accessible from the side parking lot. A window at the back of the building will be replaced by a door for an additional entryway between the taproom and the patio.

The parking lot at Brewwell is limited to about a half-dozen spaces but additional parking will be available across the street.  

Although the venue will no longer be a dedicated dog park, dogs will be welcomed at the brewery but in a traditional sense on a leash and on the patio with their human counterpart.

Where: 51 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville.

Opening: Tentatively November/December 2024.

Info: For more, visit brewwellavl.com or follow on Instagram @brewwellavl .

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Tiana Kennell is the food and dining reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA Today Network. Email her at [email protected] or follow her on Instagram @PrincessOfPage. Please support this type of journalism with a subscription to the Citizen Times .