Asheville Breweries
“Made in Asheville” is a phrase we don’t take lightly, which is why creating The Draftsman’s beer menu became an adventure of its own. Boasting more breweries per capita than any U.S. city, we visited roughly a hundred breweries in Asheville in search of the best local beers to bring back to our basement speakeasy — The Draftsman.
And now we invite you to do the same. From award-winning to obscure, here are The Draftsman’s picks for the best breweries in the city, so you can experience Asheville’s beer scene from a local’s point of view. We’ll have a bar stool and a cold one waiting for you when you get back.
Archetype Brewing coins its brews as complex, mindful, living beers that showcase the flavors of Asheville and “project the wonders of our shared existence” in a family-friendly ambiance.
Catawba Brewing Company
True pioneers of craft brewing in North Carolina since 1999, Catawba Brewing produces a wide variety of rich beers, from specialty concoctions to year-round and limited releases.
DSSOLVR
Expect the unexpected when you sip on DSSOLVR’s locally sourced brews infused with wines, ciders, and meads that expand your tastebuds into a surreal reality.
Green Man Brewery
Deemed “The Soul of the South Slope,” Green Man Brewery originated in 1997 and features Traditional English-style ales in three locations.
Hillman Beer
If you’re in the mood for burgers and brews, then Hillman Beer has a menu you can’t resist. The eclectic options range from award-winning crafts to fresh bites made with locally sourced ingredients.
Highland Brewing
Founded on environmental sustainability, the craft beer trailblazers at Highland Brewing offer more than just a good beer. The solar-powered taproom boasts a spacious bier-garden-style porch, lush lawn, food hall, and event rooftop.
Vibrant vibes with friends, family, and pets create the ultimate experience at Hi-Wire Brewing. With award-winning sour ales, 24 beers on tap, and a savory snack menu, the three locations are dedicated to being an experimental hub for fun.
New Origin Brewing Company Family-friendly and pet-welcoming, New Origin Brewing Company offers a taproom and spacious beer garden with a rotating tap list of brilliant, contemporary brews.
Located on the basement level of The Restoration Asheville, The Draftsman features a rotating selection of beers from our favorite Asheville breweries. Enjoy a weekly lineup of live local music, two-lane bowling, and old-school arcade games. To view our full menu, visit thedraftsmanasheville.com.
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