Asheville Breweries: Sierra Nevada, New Belgium and More

Quick answerAsheville is nicknamed Beer City USA. Sierra Nevada and New Belgium both brew here, and the South Slope has many taprooms within a short walk. A driver lets everyone taste and skip the parking.

Beer Citythe nickname Asheville carries

2 big namesSierra Nevada and New Belgium brew locally

WalkableSouth Slope taprooms sit close together

0 designated driversthat is the point of a driver

The names people ask about

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Mills River, near the airport

Known for: A big East Coast brewery with a taproom, restaurant and gardens. The company started in Chico, California, in 1980.

Good for: A first or last stop when you land at or leave from AVL.

New Belgium Brewing

River Arts District

Known for: A riverside brewery and beer garden in the River Arts District. The company started in Fort Collins, Colorado, in 1991.

Good for: Easy afternoons by the French Broad River, then art studios nearby.

Highland Brewing Company

Asheville

Known for: One of the city's original craft breweries, founded in 1994. A true local classic.

Good for: Beer drinkers who like the hometown story.

Wicked Weed Brewing

Downtown Asheville

Known for: A downtown brewpub known for Belgian-style and sour beers.

Good for: Dinner and drinks in the middle of downtown.

Burial Beer Co.

South Slope

Known for: A South Slope taproom with a moody, woodsy look.

Good for: Pairing with other South Slope stops on foot.

Did you know?

Brewing is part of what put Asheville on the map for visitors. A single South Slope stroll can cover several taprooms.

Plan the day

Pick two or three stops. Tasting rooms are better at a relaxed pace.
Start with food. Many breweries serve it, or can point you to a nearby spot.
Book the ride home with the ride there. One plan, no scrambling.
Cider and mead fans: tell us and we will build the day around them.

Names are for reference only. We are not affiliated with these businesses. Hours, tours and tastings change, so check with each place before you go.

Quick answers

Can you take us to several breweries in one day?

Yes. Tell us your stops and group size and we plan the day, including the ride home.

Can you pick us up from the airport and go straight to a brewery?

Yes. Share your flight time when you book.

Do you wait while we taste?

Yes. Your driver waits for you or returns at the time you choose.

Want a driver for this?Call or text 828-275-2510 or request a quote. We pick up, wait and take you home.

Beer City, with a driver.