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    Beer

    Drew Kostic begins work as Archetype head brewer

    Posted on July 28, 2021July 22, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The former lawyer shares his cinematic route to brewing, the Asheville Brewers Alliance collaborates with its Pittsburgh equivalent and a WNC native pens a beer-heavy detective novel.

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    Beer Scout: What to expect at local breweries this July 4 weekend

    Posted on July 1, 2021July 1, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Certain safety precautions remain in place despite the lifting of statewide restrictions.

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    Carolina Beer Guy: Breweries join recycling co-op

    Posted on April 15, 2021April 7, 2021 by Tony Kiss

    To help reduce industry waste, Sierra Nevada has partnered with American Recycling of Western North Carolina to create the WNC Brewery Recycling Cooperative, a drop-off site in Candler.

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    Carolina Beer Guy: Brew fest returns with new look

    Posted on April 2, 2021April 1, 2021 by Tony Kiss

    Hi-Wire Brewing’s N.C. Small Batch Beer Festival returns with a different look. Also, new releases, reopenings and expansions.

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    Carolina Beer Guy: Local breweries featured on Amazon Prime series ‘Crafted’ and other beer-related news

    Posted on February 27, 2021February 25, 2021 by Tony Kiss

    Bhramari Brewing Co., Green Man Brewery. Zillicoah Beer Co. and DSSOLVR will be featured in the second season of “Crafted,” a series on Amazon Prime and Facebook Watch. Also: Thirsty Thursday on hold; Capitalize the B campaign celebrates Black History Month; and more.

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    Carolina Beer Guy: Hot Springs lands brewery, tacos

    Posted on February 21, 2021February 15, 2021 by Tony Kiss

    This past December, Big Pillow Brewing hosted its soft opening, making it the third craft brewery in Madison County, joining the Mad Co. Brew House in Marshal and the Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery in the restored Mars Hill Theatre in Mars Hill.

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    Carolina Beer Guy: Beer tasting goes virtual

    Posted on January 18, 2021January 18, 2021 by Tony Kiss

    Blue Ridge Community College’s brewing program will host a virtual beer tasting on Friday, Jan. 29.

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    Carolina Beer Guy: Year ends with cider, beer news

    Posted on December 31, 2020December 31, 2020 by Tony Kiss

    Barn Door Ciderworks opens in Fairview, Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery expands to Mars Hill and Highland goes into hibernation.

    6.7 K views+BeerNews

    From EdNC: Botany, beverages, and A-B Tech

    Posted on December 23, 2020December 18, 2020 by Xpress Contributor

    Jeff “Puff” Irvin, chair of A-B Tech’s department of brewing, distillation and fermentation, looks back on his career.

    4.1 K views+BeerFoodWine & Spirits

    Cellarest Beer Project enhances West Asheville brewing scene

    Posted on December 23, 2020December 21, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Co-founders Mark Goodwin and Harrison Fahrer discuss their vision for West Asheville’s newest brewery, which is slated for a Feb. 2021 opening.

    5.7 K views7BeerFood

    Carolina Beer Guy: Breweries open, build, expand

    Posted on December 11, 2020December 11, 2020 by Tony Kiss

    Noblebräu is up and running in Brevard, Archetype opens its rooftop deck and New Origin readies for a February opening.

    5.3 K views+BeerFood

    Carolina Beer Guy: Rural breweries face distinct pandemic challenges

    Posted on December 9, 2020December 8, 2020 by Tony Kiss

    Spacious outdoor areas have helped keep Homeplace, Innovation, Whiteside and Mad Co. in business, though mask noncompliance from tourists has offered occasional challenges.

    4.3 K views+BeerFood

    Erin Jordan leads with love

    Posted on November 26, 2020November 18, 2020 by Xpress Contributor

    Erin Jordan, head brewer at Archetype Brewing, says she is thankful for family and a safe work environment.

    3.3 K views+BeerFood

    Carolina Beer Guy: Breweries prepare for pandemic winter challenges

    Posted on November 25, 2020November 23, 2020 by Tony Kiss

    Area breweries are used to the challenges of winter, but added difficulties from the COVID-19 pandemic have many in the industry extra concerned.

    4.2 K views+BeerFood

    Jon and Carrieann Schneider praise the region’s collaborat­ive spirit

    Posted on November 24, 2020November 18, 2020 by Xpress Contributor

    Jon and Carrieann Schneider, owners of Sideways Farm & Brewery, are grateful for each other and the region’s collaborative spirit.

    2.3 K views+BeerFood

    Carolina Beer Guy: Rye Knot grows North Asheville brewing scene

    Posted on October 28, 2020October 28, 2020 by Tony Kiss

    The new venture by Bob Byron and Jimi Rentz is a combination brewery, distillery and restaurant.

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    Carolina Beer Guy: Celebrate Oktoberfes­t at home

    Posted on October 13, 2020October 8, 2020 by Tony Kiss

    Seasonal celebrations have largely been curbed, but plentiful German-style beers and imports are available throughout the local market.

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    Carolina Beer Guy: Tasty Beverage closes Saturday

    Posted on September 25, 2020September 25, 2020 by Tony Kiss

    The bottle shop and taproom ends its five-year run on the South Slope.

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    Carolina Beer Guy: Sanctuary Brewing moves, gives rise to Oklawaha Brewing

    Posted on September 23, 2020September 21, 2020 by Tony Kiss

    The Hendersonville brewery has morphed into two separate endeavors, including one in its former location but under a new name.

    6.2 K views3BeerFood

    Beer Scout: Archetype head brewer Erin Jordan follows her own path to top spot

    Posted on August 26, 2020August 24, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The West Asheville establishment’s new head brewer discusses her quick but well-earned rise at the brewery.

    6.5 K views8BeerFood

    Local beverage and cheese tasting events go virtual

    Posted on August 18, 2020August 17, 2020 by Kay West

    The WNC Cheese Trail and local wine shops and breweries take their pairing and tasting events online.

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