Mills River & Brevard - Asheville Ale Trail

Mills River and Brevard

Get outside of Asheville and explore the best breweries and cideries across the region. Mills River and Brevard have a growing craft brewery scene that is definitely worth the visit! Home of two cideries, Pick up a copy of the Field Guide for a more complete overview of Western North Carolina breweries.

Bold Rock Hard Cider

Bold Rock Hard Cider has called Henderson County home since 2015, using locally sourced NC apples to craft award-winning hard cider. Relax in the large indoor taproom or enjoy live music in the family and dog friendly outdoor cider garden. Food is available daily at the Bold Bites Mobile Kitchen.
‣ Location: 72 School House Rd, Mills River
‣ Hours: Mon-Thur 12-9, Fri-Sat 11-10, Sun 11-8
‣ Call: 828-595-9940

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Burning Blush Brewery

Founded in 2019, family-owned and operated Burning Blush Brewery focuses on traditional European lagers and ales. The large taproom has a Victorian gothic vibe with community-style tables and stained glass. A large outdoor beer garden accommodates families and dogs, and food trucks rotate on a schedule daily.
‣ Location: 4891 Boylston Hwy, Mills River
‣ Hours: Mon-Thur 12-9, Fri-Sat 12-10, Sun 12-8
‣ Call: 828-595-9859

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Sierra Nevada Brewing Company

Sierra Nevada Brewing is internationally renowned for its innovative and hop-forward beers, its use of the finest quality ingredients, and its commitment to sustainability. Visitors can tour the extensive brewery, walk the estate garden, grab a pint outside, and dine in the taproom.
‣ Location: 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River
‣ Hours: Sun-Thurs 11-9, Fri-Sat 11-10
‣ Call: 828-681-5300

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Appalachian Mountain Brewery - Mills River Taproom

Appalachian Mountain Brewery Taproom

This taproom features 32-beer tap-list that showcases unique small-batch beers, ciders, seltzers, and a curated cocktail list. With a large indoor space and outdoor beer garden, the space offers plenty of room for a variety of games, activities, and event hosting space. They also offer a unique food menu that has a Southern spin on elevated pub foods.
‣ Location: 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River
‣ Hours: opening in 2023- see socials for updates

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Oskar Blues Brewery Taproom

In 1997 Oskar Blues opened its doors at 303 Main Street in Lyons Colorado. The mission wasn’t brewing beer, but imparting a slice of southern hospitality into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Offering homemade cajun style cooking and a relentless line-up of world class blues musicians that would keep the parties going into the early hours.
‣ Location: 342 Mountain Industrial Dr, Brevard
‣ Hours: Sun-Thur 12-8, Fri-Sat 12-9
‣ Call: 828-883-2337

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