LOCAL DINING

an AVA (American Viticultural Area), one of the only four in North Carolina and the first in WNC. With eight wineries across urban settings to countryside experiences, wine lovers have a variety of options to taste and take home.

FEATURED BREWERIES & CIDERIES

BOLD ROCK HARD CIDER

Opening its Mills River Cidery in 2014, Bold Rock Hard Cider is crushed and crafted in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains using locally sourced Henderson County apples. Visitors can learn about the process behind the awardwinning cider, take a complimentary weekend tour and enjoy expansive views of the production floor and bottling line.

BURNING BLUSH BREWERY

Family-owned and independently operated, Burning Blush Brewery opened in Mills River in late 2019. In addition to a large outdoor beer garden, the unique brewery pays homage to the Victorian era and hopes that its gothic romantic atmosphere will encourage conversations and relationships to flourish while their traditional, yet experimental, beers are enjoyed.

DRY FALLS BREWING CO.

What started out as a dream between father and son came to fruition when Dry Falls Brewing Co. opened the doors of its rebuilt Kanuga Road body shop in 2016. From a brewery in the owner’s garage to now having over 20 brews available for the public to enjoy, Dry Falls Brewing Co. is proud to be a part of the Hendersonville community and to share their passion for craft beer.

425 Kanuga Rd Hendersonville 828-696-0660 | DryFallsBrewing.com Sun 12-9, M-W 4-10, Th-Sat 12-12

The Asheville Ale Trail is a printed field guide for discovering the best breweries, cideries, and wineries in Western North Carolina.

Asheville Ale Trail Field Guide AshevilleAleTrail.com

GUIDON BREWING CO.

Guidon Brewing is a Veteran, American, German family-owned and operated brewery dedicated to the art of brewing high-quality, carefully crafted beer. They are committed to providing their customers with highquality beverages in an enjoyable and welcoming atmosphere marked by a feeling of friendliness and relaxation.

OKLAWAHA BREWING COMPANY

Formerly known as Sanctuary Brewing Co., Oklawaha Brewing is a nano brewery and taproom committed to brewing high-quality beer while maintaining a strong sense of community and environmental responsibility. Oklawaha strives to be an active community resource alongside offering great tasting beer and providing entertainment through its live music, trivia nights, and other events.

SIERRA NEVADA BREWING CO

Founded in 1980 in Chico, California, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co broke ground on its second production location in Mills River in 2012. One of America’s premier craft breweries, and recognized for its use of quality ingredients, the Mills River taproom provides guests a space to relax with family and friends, the opportunity to tour the facility, an excellent restaurant, and, of course, the craft beverages they have become famous for.