Asheville Brewery List

Asheville, North Carolina’s beer scene is an amazing array of micro breweries, full scale breweries, cideries, and fine dining. Being voted Beer City USA 4 years in a row, Asheville takes extreme pride in being home to over 20 local craft brewers. As a result, Asheville, per capita has one of the highest rates of craft brew consumption in the South. Many of the breweries are located within walking distance of one another, with new businesses opening on a yearly basis. Asheville’s South Slope is an up and coming area in the heart of downtown, boasting Green Man, Catawba Brewing, Twin Leaf, Burial Beer, Wicked Weed Funkatorium, and more.

The following is a guide of Asheville based breweries – this is, locations that brew their own beer in Buncombe County. For brewpubs, bars and bottle shops, please visit our BrewPub and Bar list. For updates on the latest news and information about the Asheville beer scene, visit our events calendar and beer category. Bottoms up! 

12 Bones South Brewing 

Recently expanded BBQ joint 12 Bones has changed locations and added craft beer to their repertoire. Located in South Asheville you can now pair your favorite pulled pork with a freshly made 12 Bones craft beverage. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/LUWNuntV5GzpaYJCA| Hours: Dine in Tues – Sat 11-4pm, Take Out 4-6pm

 

Asheville Brewing Company 

Come for the Ninja Porter, and stay for the totchos (yes, it’s exactly what is sounds like). Asheville Brewing Company boasts a large list of craft brewed beer including local favorites Perfect Day IPA and Christmas Jam Session Ale. The original location on Merrimon Avenue is known as the Brew and View for the attached movie theatre and game room. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/EDiJGTnqcuC2  | Hours: Sun-Wed 11am-11pm, Thurs-Sat 11am-12am

 

Archetype Brewing

West Asheville’s newest brewery on the corner of Haywood road in close proximity to Hole Doughnuts, Owl Bakery, Taco Billy, and Bari Salon. Archetype Brewing is family friendly and the taproom includes games and music alongside of Belgian and American Ales. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/PgDn49fdyrH2 | Hours: Mon-Wed 3pm-10pm, Fri & Sat 10am-12am, Sun 1pm-9pm

 

Ben’s Tune Up 

Ben’s Tune Up is an eclectic spot downtown Asheville that offers a community space in an industrial setting, complete with their own line of Ben’s Beer and house brewed sake. There’s always something going on at Ben’s Tune Up!

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/PaZGEk5svNv | Hours: Closed Monday, Wed & Thurs 4pm-2am, Fri 4pm-12am, Sat & Sun 2pm-2am 

 

Blue Ghost Brewing Company

Fletcher’s first brewery, Blue Ghost Brewing Company is just outside of Asheville and offers a range of micro brews throughout the year. Eat inside at The Hungry Ghost, offering a weekly changing menu.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/1KuhKYV336M2 | Hours: Mon-Thurs 4pm-9pm, Fri 2pm-10pm, Sat 1pm-10pm, Sun 1pm-8pm

 

Blue Mountain Pizza and Brew Pub

Weaverville’s home town pizza company has been serving homemade ice cream, delicious food and small batch craft beer for over 20 years. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/nVYeFpU6HRP2 | Hours: Closed Monday, Tues-Thurs & Sun 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm

 

Brewery Cursus Keme

Dubbed Asheville’s most hidden brewery, Cursus Keme is tucked quietly along the Swannanoa River. Visitors can expect to encounter “pretty much every style of beer” according to the brewery owners. Open only weekends.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/RC67sLDC59noFquk7  | Hours: Fri-Sun 11am-8pm

 

Burial Beer 

This creative micro brewery is a local favorite – Salt and Smoke inside offer good food, the outside deck is great on a summers night, and indoor seating is ample. Kid and dog friendly, pick up one of their breakfast stouts, belgium tripels or black IPA’s today!

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/MWEhE8MKvCA2 | Hours: Mon-Thurs 2pm-10pm, Fri-Sun 12pm-10pm

 

Bhramari Brewhouse

Located on the South Slope with a rare dedicated parking lot, Bhramari brings both good beer and good food to Asheville. We recommend the Lorelai IPA. Ample indoor and outdoor seating. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/humpyEezSAF2 | Sun-Thurs 11am-12am, Fri-Sat 11am-1am

 

Catawba Brewing South Slope 

Sandwiched between Vortex Doughnuts, Buxton Hall and Banks Ave Bar, Catawba offers live music and great drinks in a dog friendly atmosphere. Recommended drink is Farmer Ted’s blonde ale or White Zombie

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/MkRqMZ3MGZw | Hours: Mon-Thurs 2pm-10pm, Fri-Saturday 12pm-11pm, Sun 12pm -10pm

 

 Eluvium Brewing Company

This newly minted Weaverville Brewery and Taproom has been open since the fall of 2017. Their goal is to make beer that people enjoy drinking and can call their own. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/p6Wsf35yHUy | Hours: Mon-Wed Closed, Thurs 4-9pm, Fri-Sat 2-10pm, Sun 12-8 pm

 

Eurisko Beer Company

Eurisko is a taproom-focused brewery located on Asheville’s South Slope in downtown. Featuring outdoor seating area, taproom, a lounge and varied beer menu, there is plenty to do and drink at Eurisko. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/9w1xKVMAMUj1h3xT6 | Hours: Mon-Fri 4-10pm, Sat 12-10pm, Sun 2-8pm

 

French Broad Brewing 

Specializing in European Ales, French Broad Brewing has been a staple in Asheville since 2001. Live music three nights a week and good beer year round.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/zZcjSYQwzLn | Hours: 1-8pm daily

 

Green Mansion 

This 3 story facility is the recently expanded Green Man Brewery, with the location fondly nicknamed the Green Mansion. The 20,000 square foot facility serves as a tasting room, packing facility, and “brewtique.” 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/mK146rJDad62 | Hours: Mon-Thurs 2-10pm, Fri & Sat 12-11pm, Sun 12-10pm

 

Green Man Brewing 

Around the corner from the Green Mansion is Dirty Jacks, which is Green Man’s original tasting room. Grab a cold beer and enjoy close quarters and outside seating with food trucks parked nearby.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/yWy3NF5N4M32 | Hours: Mon-Wed 2-9pm, Thurs 2-10pm, Fri & Sat 12-11pm, Sun 12-9pm

 

Ginger’s Revenge 

Opened in 2017, Ginger’s Revenge located on the fringes of the Asheville River Arts District specializes in alcoholic Ginger Beer. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/DYBqobRp3K42 | Hours: Closed Mon & Tues, Wed-Thurs 4-9pm,Fri-Sat 2-10pm, Sun 2-8pm

 

Highland Brewing Co.
Asheville’s first brewery, Highland Brewing Company offers multiple interior entertainment and event spaces, a rooftop adults only bar, a meadow for concerts and ample free parking. Located at the former site of Blue Ridge Motion Pictures.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/x4rHKUZpaZU2 | Hours: Mon-Thurs 3-9pm, Fri – Sat 12-10pm, Sun 12-6pm 

 

Hillman Beer
Hillman serves European and American Craft Style beers alongside of delicious food from Rise Above Deli. Located on Sweeten Creek Road in Biltmore Village, Hillman offers indoor and outdoor seating, entertainment and dedicated parking.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/iZ3dKBk2sPn | Mon-Thurs 11am-12pm, Friday 11am-11pm, Sat 12-11pm, Sun 12-10pm

 

Hi-Wire Big Top

Half a mile from Biltmore Estate, the Hi Wire Big Top is Hi Wire Brewings production facility and tasting room. Dedicated parking, indoor and outdoor seating and on Monday’s growler fills are only $7!

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/XyGTHHC2bT22 | Hours: Mon-Thurs 4-10pm, Fri 3pm-12am, Sat 12pm-12am, Sun 1-10pm

 

Hi-Wire South Slope Speciality Brewery 

The original location of Hi Wire Brewing, this tasting room hosts Hi Wire’s specialty brews with a focus on wild and sour ales. In 2017 Hi Wire transitioned from brewing one time release ales and lagers to focusing exclusively on sour and wild ales. All other offerings from Hi Wire can be found at their Big Top location.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/Dc2KG4oFVq52 | Hours: Mon-Thurs 4-11pm, Fri 2pm-1am, Sat 12pm-1am, Sun 1-10pm

 

Mills River Brewery

Mills River Brewery in Arden is located less than a mile from Asheville Regional Airport and offers a wide selection of craft beers – up to 24 at one time. The brewery, who opened in 2015, is rapidly expanding and seeking a second location. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/q9jkx4NieTu | Hours: Mon-Wed 4-9pm, Thurs 2-9pm, Fri 2-11pm, Sat 12-11pm, Sun 12-7pm

 

New Belgium

New Belgium calls Asheville home – sort of. The brewing facility and tasting room located on the French Broad River in the RAD is the second location for the Colorado native brewery. This location serves as the brewing and distribution center to service the southern part of the country so that the popular craft brewery can keep up with consumer demand. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/7t3pRDUfoTM2 | Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 12-8pm

 

One World Brewing

The underground brewery of Asheville – literally. Located down the alley from Farm Burger in Downtown Asheville, One World Brewing offers a cozy environment and a notable tap list. Must be 21 or older to enter.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/w87i6SCC3gN2 | Hours: Mon-Wed 4pm-12am, Thurs 2pm-12am, Fri-Sat 12pm-12am, Sun 12-10pm

 

OysterHouse Brewing Company

A micro brewery nestled in West Asheville, OysterHouse Brewing Company is not one to miss. Alongside of a modest craft beer list, the food at the restaurant is delicious and affordable. Located on Haywood Road in walking distance of Sunnyside Cafe, Bim Beri Bom and At Play With Sparky

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/MqHRWLYRKas | Hours: Mon-Thurs 3-11pm, Fri 3pm-12am, Sat 12pm-12am, Sun 12-11pm

 

Sierra Nevada Brewery
Sierra Nevada opened its east coast brewery just outside of South Asheville in Mills River.  This impressive brewing facility, tasting room and restaurant is similar Disney World for adults. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/T9ouvjPWHis  | Hours: Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm

 

Sweeten Creek Brewing 

Sweeten Creek Brewing boasts modest indoor seating and expansive outdoor seating, ideal for families with children and dogs. Opened in 2015, Sweeten Creek Brewing is Buncombe County’s 21st craft brewery, offering food alongside of their micro brew options.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/SJG2iptdA522 | Hours: Mon Closed, Tues-Sat 11:30am-9pm, Sun 11:30am-7:30pm

 

Thirsty Monk Downtown

Since 2008 Thirsty Monk has been offering Asheville a selection of craft Belgian Ales. Their flagship Patton Avenue location has three floors. The cellar hosts Belgian style ales, the Patton Ave level offers Americanized Ales while the Top Of The Monk boasts cocktails and mixed drinks. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/xnKj5NUDxY92 | Hours: Mon-Thurs 4pm-12am, Fri-Sat 12pm-  1:30am, Sun 12-10pm

 

Thirsty Monk Biltmore Park

This location was established in 2013 to serve South Asheville. For New Years they host a Keg Drop, where a keg slowly descends from the rooftop of the building to ring in the New Year.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/sW8TF8gQ6JB2 | Hours: Mon-Thurs 12pm-12am, Fri-Sat 12pm-1:30am, Sun 12-10pm

 

Turgua Brewing Company

Located in Fairview, Turgua Brewing Company has a focus on making unique beers featuring locally sourced ingredients. This unique farmhouse brewery makes you feel right at home – it’s actually located in the brewer’s front yard!

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/jZaMFiFS9rP2 | Hours: Closed Mon-Wed, Thurs 4-7pm, Fri 3-8pm, Sat 1-7pm, Sun 1-6pm

 

Twin Leaf Brewery

This dog and kid friendly brewery on Asheville’s South Slope offers beer and board games. Come to relax and have a pint in Twin Leaf’s laid back tasting room. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/i7CT4NAWJz42  | Hours: Mon-Thurs 3-11pm, Fri 2pm-12am, Sat 12pm-12am, Sun 1-10pm

 

UpCountry Brewing

Formerly known as Altamont Brewing, UpCountry Brewing brings a new brewery to West Asheville with new craft beer and food. With a stage for live music, ample sized restaurant, arcade room and indoor/outdoor seating, this brewery has something for everyone.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/r8j8jMawGWE2 | Hours: Sun-Thurs 2-10pm, Fri-Sat 2pm -12am

 

Wedge

Wedge Brewing is a staple of the River Arts District, nestled in between artist studios and running along the railroad tracks. This unique brewery is primarily one to be enjoyed during good weather – the interior of the tasting room has limited space. The outdoor seating includes covered tables, a patio, and a rotating food truck. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/9o3zfxKdUmS2 | Hours: 12-10pm daily

 

Wedge at Foundation

Less than two miles from the original Wedge location, Wedge at Foundation is an expansion of Wedge Brewing located near 12 bones, Riverside Station, and Summit Coffee. Covered in colorful street art and ample indoor space, Wedge at Foundation is one of our favorite spots in Asheville. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/irtyWCjo2PC2 | Hours: 12-10pm daily

 

White Labs Kitchen & Lab 

White Labs, a premier supplier of yeast and fermentation products has opened a facility in Asheville to better service their east coast customers. White Labs Kitchen & Tap in Asheville is considered a boutique restaurant and tasting room, boasting a unique and pleasurable experience.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/KDZPGQywvbM2 | Hours: Sun-Thurs 11:30am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-10pm

 

Whistle Hop Brewing Company

One of the most unique breweries in Buncombe County due to its location and building – Whistle Hop operates out of a red caboose. This small 60 seat craft beer brewery focuses on big flavor. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/fH5EPJaGzDt | Hours: Closed Mon-Wed, Thurs 4-10pm, Fri 3-10pm, Sat 12-10pm, Sun 12-9pm

 

Wicked Weed

Wicked Weed is the name that everyone recognizes as a local success story. Now owned by AB InBev, Wicked Weed specializes in west coast hoppy style ales, open fermented belgian beers and and barrel aged sours.  

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/ksVcBPT6Jmz  | Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:30am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-1am, Sun 12-11pm

 

Wicked Weed Funkatorium

A Wicked Weed expansion on Asheville’s South Slope, this tasting room and brewing facility is dedicated to Wicked Weeds selection of wild and fermented ales.Try out some funky sours at the Funkatorium in Downtown Asheville.

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/TTaskdGBywo | Hours: Mon-Thurs 2-10pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-12am, Sun 11am-10pm

 

Zillicoah Beer Company 

One of Asheville’s newest breweries and a hidden gem, located in Woodfin in the industrial park on Riverside Drive. With a focus on sours and Lagers, Zillicoah is quickly picking up steam and serving good beer alongside smiling faces. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/KKb3vHCeSE82 | Hours: Tues Closed, Mon-Sat 2-10pm, Sun 2-8pm

 

Zebulon Artisan Ales 

If you happen to be in Weaverville, pop in to Zebulon Artisan Ales. Only open two days a week for a limited time, this intense micro brewery caters to the beer aficionado. 

Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/GA5gHoCk67P2| Hours: Fri-Sat 1-6pm