Wicked Weed Brewing responds to positive COVID-19 tests for employees at the Funkatorium and brewpub. Meanwhile, other local breweries screen workers daily and feel that the virus will inevitably strike their own crews.
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Carolina Beer Guy: Not all breweries fully reopen
Several Asheville breweries allow exclusively outdoor seating or remain closed.
Carolina Beer Guy: Oscar Wong receives prestigious award
The Highland Brewing founder is only the 34th person in the world to receive the Brewers Association Recognition Award for outstanding contributions to the industry.
Carolina Beer Guy: Brewery building and expansions proceed during COVID-19 crisis
Updates on brewery construction and expansions in Asheville, Brevard and Old Fort.
Carolina Beer Guy: Taprooms open with significant safety measures
Asheville-area breweries have taken numerous precautions to ensure responsible reopening.
Carolina Beer Guy: NC taprooms allowed to reopen thanks to late-breaking guidance from Gov. Cooper
Local brewpub owners discuss the safety precautions they’re taking prior to reopening.
Carolina Beer Guy: AVL Beer Week goes virtual
A range of online events are planned May 22-31 in lieu of in-person gatherings.
Carolina Beer Guy: Local brewery owners miss the crowds
Across the Asheville area, brewery figures are struggling with quiet taprooms and other significant changes to the industry.
Carolina Beer Guy: Fermented Nonsense and Craft Centric going out of business
Asheville’s smallest brewery and the taproom/bottle shop in which it’s housed are the first brewing industry businesses to close as a result of COVID-19 repercussions.
Carolina Beer Guy: Breweries turn to home delivery during pandemic
With taprooms closed and critical draft accounts on hold, many area breweries are bringing beer directly to customers’ doorsteps.
Carolina Beer Guy: Breweries help community during pandemic
Numerous Asheville-area breweries are finding ways to support local residents affected by COVID-19.
Carolina Beer Guy: Breweries adapt to COVID-19 obstacles
Area breweries rely on to-go and delivery orders while taprooms are closed.
Carolina Beer Guy: Head brewer jobs experience frequent turnover
Area head brewers reflect on their professional work and why they and others hop from job to job.
Carolina Beer Guy: Popular winter beer festivals return
Brew Horizons returns for a second year while Hi-Wire’s Carolina Small Batch expands to include South Carolina breweries.
Carolina Beer Guy: Couples discuss working together in Asheville’s brewing industry
For Valentine’s Day, couples from Sweeten Creek, Hillman, Highland, Asheville Brewing and Ginger’s Revenge talk about sharing a workplace.
Carolina Beer Guy: Brewing industry figures mourn Bruisin’ Ales closing
Asheville’s first specialty bottle shop plans to close around late February.
Carolina Beer Guy: After 38 years, Mack Kells seeks a new home
After an unexpected eviction, pub owner Amanda Gunter is exploring properties in Oteen and Weaverville.
Carolina Beer Guy: WNC beer industry developments in 2020
The coming year brings new brewery openings, expansions and fresh products.
Carolina Beer Guy: What are Asheville brewers and brewery owners drinking for the holidays?
Local beer personalities reveal what they’ll be imbibing to close out 2019.
Carolina Beer Guy: DSSOLVR brewery joins the Asheville scene
The 40th brewery in Buncombe County has its grand opening Dec. 13.
Carolina Beer Guy: Riverside Rhapsody opens in Woodfin
Blue Mountain brewers Mike Vanhoose and Joey Cagle have launched their own brewery.