Asheville has a plethora of breweries, but which ones are the best? I’ve rounded up the top 5 breweries in AVL for your next beer trip!
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Burial Beer
Burial is hands down the best brewery in Asheville. They are one of the top breweries in the country so this should be no surprise. Burial’s OG South Slope taproom can get packed on the weekends, but it is worth the wait for their fantastic brews. Their other taprooms in Asheville include Forestry Camp, Eulogy, and Visuals Rooftop Wine Bar. Their top styles are juicy New England IPAs, thiccc Imperial Stouts, and crispy Lagers.
Zillicoah Beer
Zillicoah makes incredibly fantastic Lagers and Farmhouse Ales. Their serene location just north of downtown is right along the French Broad River. It is the perfect spot to relax with a clean, crisp beer.
Dssolvr
Dssolvr makes both classic beer styles and insane hype beer styles, but they do everything well. Whether it’s a clean crisp Pilsner or a quadruple fruited Sour Ale with marshmallow you can expect it to be phenomenal. Dssolvr’s taproom is located in downtown Asheville and has a small patio space out back.
Cellarest Beer Project
Cellarest is a killer spot for Lagers and Farmhouse Ales in West Asheville. They have a unique approach to beer with wood fermentation and complex flavors.
New Origin Brewing
New Origin is always a solid spot for IPAs and Stouts. They are located on the east side of town with a robust tap list full of tasty beers.
Special Mention: Highland Brewing
Highland is Asheville’s oldest brewery and is still one of the best! They began in 1994 and have since grown into a staple of the Southeast. Highland makes every style of beer you can imagine, but they are best known for their Gaelic Ale, an Amber. Their 40-acre property in East Asheville includes a taproom, meadow, packaging hall, event center, rooftop bar, and trails.
