Carolina Beer Guy: Couples discuss working together in Asheville’s brewing industry

Posted on February 13, 2020February 10, 2020 by Tony Kiss

For Valentine’s Day, couples from Sweeten Creek, Hillman, Highland, Asheville Brewing and Ginger’s Revenge talk about sharing a workplace.

Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Feb. 11-17

Posted on February 12, 2020February 14, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

**UPDATED FEB. 14** Dessert-inspired brews hit the taps at multiple breweries for Valentine’s Day.

Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Feb. 4-10

Posted on February 5, 2020February 7, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

**UPDATED FEB. 7** Homeplace opens its second location, Thirsty Monk joins the hard seltzer ranks and more local beer news.

Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Jan. 28-Feb. 3

Posted on January 29, 2020January 31, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

**UPDATED JAN. 31** Pisgah’s Stout Hog Day returns, Bruisin’ Ales offers deep discounts on its inventory and more local beer news.

Carolina Beer Guy: Brewing industry figures mourn Bruisin’ Ales closing

Posted on January 24, 2020January 21, 2020 by Tony Kiss

Asheville’s first specialty bottle shop plans to close around late February.

Beer Scout: Leah Rainis taps diverse skills as new Asheville Brewers Alliance executive director

Posted on January 23, 2020January 23, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

The new ABA executive director discusses her path to the position and her goals for the organization.

Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Jan. 21-27

Posted on January 22, 2020January 24, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

**UPDATED JAN. 24** Hi-Wire teams with Ninkasi, Cigar City and New Belgium on its annual mix-pack, Highland celebrates the Chinese New Year with a Lucky Envelope collaboration and more local beer news.

Carolina Beer Guy: After 38 years, Mack Kells seeks a new home

Posted on January 15, 2020January 14, 2020 by Tony Kiss

After an unexpected eviction, pub owner Amanda Gunter is exploring properties in Oteen and Weaverville.

Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Jan. 14-20

Posted on January 15, 2020January 16, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

**UPDATED JAN. 16** The Whale and Wicked Weed collaborate on a blended golden ale, Bhramari turns four and more local beer news.

Carolina Beer Guy: WNC beer industry developments in 2020

Posted on January 10, 2020January 10, 2020 by Tony Kiss

The coming year brings new brewery openings, expansions and fresh products.

Beer today, gone tomorrow: Asheville beer happenings Jan. 7-13

Posted on January 7, 2020January 9, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

**UPDATED JAN. 9** UpCountry celebrates its third anniversary with a Devil’s Foot collaboration, Old North Premium Lager enters the market and more local beer news.

(HUMOR) Beer Scout: Zebulon Artisan Ales acquires Sierra Nevada

Posted on January 2, 2020December 31, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

Sierra Nevada ownership changes hands and a new game show takes the nation by storm!

Small bites: Asheville Proper slated to open this spring

Posted on December 31, 2019January 6, 2020 by Thomas Calder

Local chef Aaron McGlynn has big plans for 2020. Also: Chow Chow festival organizers host community input forums; The Asheville Hot Chocolate Races returns; The Chop Shop Butchery hosts its latest workshop; and plenty more in this week’s Small bites.

Brewery attorney Derek Allen considers Asheville’s beverage industry in 2019

Posted on December 31, 2019December 17, 2019 by Xpress Contributor

Derek Allen, partner at Allen Stahl + Kilbourne and nonvoting legal counsel for the Asheville Brewers Alliance, reviews local beverage industry highlights of 2019. On-site sales of cocktails at distilleries. Having a drink at the source gives consumers a chance to “feel” the personality of the brand, meet the makers and be part of the story. It […]