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
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
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
Can’t for get New Origin! Went on a brewery tour the other day with City Brew Tours and we hit 12Bones and a few others on the list. Can’t praise it enough 🙂 https://www.citybrewtours.com/asheville/
Have to add New Origin as a must stop. They are now my second favorite brewery right behind Burial. Also really need to add DSSOLVR!!
Hi. Great list! I was using this list against Explore Asheville’s for research for an article and looks like your list may be more up to date. Only looks like you missed a few that I can tell. Pisgah Brewing is a big one. There’s also Lookout Brewing in Black Mountain and the Cellarist Beer Project, in case you’re looking to add any others.
Thanks for the list! One World Brewing has a West location now where they brew as well.
What about Euriska? Why isn’t it listed? Great beer and friendly staff there!
Oh, Bold Rock in Mills River, just saying
Great overview of the industry! Can you list them by production volume , maybe top 10?
Thanks
Mark
Brouwerïj Cursus Kĕmē is at 155 Thompson St. Asheville
Tasting room hours are 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Sunday.
For more details, visit cursuskeme.com
Back Story – https://mountainx.com/food/carolina-beer-guy-brouwerij-cursus-keme-opens-in-asheville/
Additional Distilleries that could be added OR start the separate Distillery list
H&H Distillery
204 Charlotte Hwy D
Eda Rhyne Distillery
101 Fairview Rd Suite A
Chemist
151 Coxe Ave
Adam Dalton Distillery
251 Biltmore Ave
Eventually we will be adding a separate Distillary list, as that seems to be a quickly growing niche in WNC!
This is one great list. I am planning a trip in September from Pittsburgh Pa . You have saved me a lot of work getting all the info together. Thanks
Great list!! Seven of those I’d never head of…
This is a great list! Sharing with all my Atlanta and Charleston folks!
Eluvium, Blue Mountain?
added!
Turgua, ?
added both Turgua and Whistle Hop!
“One of the most unique breweries in Buncombe County”- can’t ask for higher praise than that! Thank you so much Emily! Cheers! 🙂
No Zebulon? and you include taprooms and distilleries in a brewery list? #fail
Sorry for the oversight, we’ve included Zebulon. I’m sure you can understand that with the massive amount of breweries in the area, its easy to accidentally leave out one or two with no ill intent.
With the exception of Pour Taproom which is not a brewery, all the rest of the listings on this page brew on site. In the future, how about some kindness and understanding towards an entity that only aspires to help promote your business, free of charge to you?
Seriously – “#fail” is quite rude when this list is to help drive business to these breweries essentially providing them with free advertising. Maybe next time the complainer will be more diplomatic and ask quietly behind the scenes for the list to be updated and not get nasty with a public comment.
Why would Wicked Weed need free advertising even in 2018? Curious. #fail