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 South Slope taproom can get packed on the weekends, but it is worth the wait for their fantastic brews. Their top styles are juicy New England IPAs, thiccc Imperial Stouts, and crispy Lagers. Burial is also in the process of opening a new taproom in Asheville so keep your eyes peeled for updates on the new space.
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.
Bhramari Brewing
Bhramari always has a wide variety of beers to choose from and they are particularly known for their unique flavor combinations. They use distinctive hops, fruits you’ve never heard of, and wild spices to cultivate their deliciously crazy brews. Bhramari’s location in South Slope has a full food menu and a large patio space.
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.
Special mention: Cellarest Beer Project
Cellarest just opened in 2021 so they haven’t earned an official spot on the best breweries in Asheville list yet, but they are on their way! They have a unique approach to beer with wood fermentation and complex flavors. Located in West Asheville, Cellarest is the brewery to watch in AVL.
