


Burial also operates a taproom in Raleigh, as well as a large production brewery, restaurant, and beer bar near Biltmore Village called Forestry Camp. There’s lots of al fresco imbibing around here, as patio tables and gardens flank the building on three sides. The original taproom and kitchen continue to pour a dizzying range of one-off brews, most with delightfully morbid names (Deathstalker, A Fall From Grace, A Cruel World Nevertheless). Of all the breweries clustered throughout the former industrial South Slope district, Burial may be the most renowned. Don’t forget a mask up and, as the times change, check individual websites ahead of time for updated pandemic precautions. That’s why we put together this list of 16 must-visit craft breweries to hit while you’re in town. And even more exist off the beaten path, with ample space to sit outside and take in the sweeping views.īonafide hop heads and beer novices alike find the scene quite impressive-perhaps even overwhelming. The majority of Asheville’s breweries are centralized in or within walking distance of hilly downtown, which gives curious drinkers a fair chance to walk off a few calories in between stops. West Asheville is home to stellar spots such as Archetype, UpCountry, and local favorite Oyster House Brewing, while South Slope has been coined the Brewing District thanks to its concentration of thirst-quenching outfits like Bhramari, Burial, and Catawba Brewing Co. From tongue-twisting IPAs, sours, and experimental beers to easy-drinking porch pounders, and everything in between, there’s a handcrafted pint for every palate.Īnd beyond standout suds, each brewery (much like each pocket of Asheville) has its own vibe.

With more than 30 breweries to date (and counting), the city has imploded into a destination known for the Great Smoky Mountains and some of the South’s best breweries. It’s easy to see why Asheville was first named “Beer City, USA” back in 2009.
