BEST BREWERIES IN CHARLOTTE

Brewing beer is an intricate process that involves a series of steps before an exquisite beer makes its way to your table. Over the centuries, the art of brewing has garnered the interest of the masses. Groups of people have now started making trips to infamous breweries to see the behind the scene stages that are performed for a beer to reach its final stage. Among all other types of beers, craft beers have remained an all-time favorite of beer lovers due to their traditionally rich flavors.

City Brew Tours takes our customers on an entertaining tour of famous and fascinating beer breweries in Charlotte, North Carolina. Our destinations are carefully picked to give our travelers an in-depth tour of our exceptional brewery partners, giving them an insight into each stage that a beer has to undergo to get its unique taste. And when the final product is ready, our guests can enjoy tasting them with their friends, family and co-workers.

In this article, you will see the touristy breweries we explore with our customers and the best and the most popular beer breweries in all of Charlotte.

 

LOWER LEFT BREWING Co.:

We will start our list with Lower Left Brewing Co, an award-winning beer brewery in Charlotte. The brewery has bagged two prestigious awards just two years after being in business. The owners, Tim & Casey Curtis and Alex Shoenthal, had always been die-hard fans of craft beer. In August 2019, Lower Left Brewing Co. opened for business. Ever since then, the team has devoted all their time and efforts to creating beers that would leave an everlasting taste in their customer’s mouths and an imprint on their minds. Customers gain unforgettable experiences in their taproom, where they are allowed to unload beer from the taps and can enjoy them in their lively bars. Their craft beers have a diverse range of craft beers apart from the traditional ones that will bring their customers back for more.

PETTY THIEVES BREWING Co.:

A captivating ambiance paired with the finest quality beer are trademarks of the phenomenal Petty Thieves Brewing Co. The brewery provides fantastic service, making the customers feel immediately at home. The team behind creating their piquant beers is fueled by a burning passion for discovering delectable tastes to incorporate into their craft beers.  Their menu is an amalgamation of traditional-style beers and modern experiments. The interior is a perfect blend of vintage and contemporary art styles that add to the uniqueness of the place. The main inspiration behind that is to create a distinctive traditional Charlotte look and make the site look and feel like it has always been there. With the brewery being dog friendly, displaying live music, and having cooperative food trucks, the Petty Thieves brewery is an all-time favorite for beer lovers.

ASS CLOWN BREWING CO.:

What started as a garage-based brewery has now developed as Charlotte’s one of the most treasured, fully operating beer breweries. The brewery boasts a massive menu that keeps getting updated almost every day. This serves as a hook for customers because they always have something new to discover when visiting the beer brewery.  The brewery got its interestingly unusual name when founder Matt Glidden was looking for a name that should not be too serious. Hearing one of his close friends continuously use the phrase “Ass Clown,” Matt decided to go with the phrase as the name of his beer brewery. The brewery takes great pride in standing out from the others as long as the customers are delighted every time the name of Ass Clown Brewing Co. enters their ears.

ARMORED COW BREWING CO.:

Offering a serene ambiance, both indoors and outdoors, Armored Cow Brewing Co. has quickly become one of the most favorite hangout spots for people all over Charlotte and more. The night view, accompanied by yellow lights and fresh beers, gives their customers a peaceful and comforting vibe. The environment is family-friendly and serves as an excellent spot for a family day out.  The core objective of Armored Cow Brewery is to bring the finest quality craft beers in the market that would make people come back for it. Aside from its exceptional craft beers, the brewery also has ciders, wines, gluten-free beer, and non-alcoholic drinks on its menus. The diverse menu primarily aims to cater to all types of customers and their preferences.

PROTAGONIST BEER:

When two best friends, Mike, and Ryans, grew apart due to life problems and jobs, beer prompted their union. They both started wandering around the USA looking for flavors and ingredients, which they brewed, packaged, and started selling all from their garage. It was then that they agreed to launch their beer brewery brand.  The brewery uses sustainably obtained ingredients for its beers that leave a strong taste with the customers. The Noda Taproom in Charlotte is where the protagonist beer is brewed and available to customers via 20 taps. Each tap delivers palatable and outlandish craft beers that have always attracted a positive response from their customers.

FREE RANGE BREWING CO.:

Free Range Brewing Company is one of the rare products of love between a family. Jason, Jeff, Sarah, and Brittany have worked together to foster their family business into what it is today. Each member adding their own unique talent and disposition has led to the creative and well-crafted beers to come into existence. The prime foundation beneath the brand is family development and the cultivation of relationships.  These principles are what Free Range Brewery wants to instill in its customers. Keeping up with the community-building aspect, the owners have collaborated with various chefs and farmers to develop crafter beer ideally.

THE SUFFOLK PUNCH:

Brewers of The Suffolk Punch offer a classic combination of tradition and the latest trends in taste when brewing their sensational craft beers. The brewery is famous for adding a modern twist to traditional beers to make the customer’s experience at The Suffolk Punch even more delightful. Apart from the magnificent beers, The Suffolk Punch welcomes its customers to a culinary paradise. They provide a fine dining experience for their visitors that takes them back home with a bucket full of memories. In addition, the brewery finishes off each dish with such detail and delicacy that it will create an irresistible sensation in your mouth – especially when paired with their beers. Their dedication and keenness to deliver the best quality of ingredients to their customers are reflected in each dish.

THE OLDE MECKLENBURG BREWERY:

At OMB, the secret behind the multitude of customers standing at its door every day is its beer crafting technique. They make sure not to add any modern touches, artificial flavors, or cheap ingredients to their beers. The motive behind this is to supply beer as it was traditionally made long ago. OMB uses “Reinheitsgebot,” one of the oldest beer-brewing techniques in the world. OMB does not compromise on its taste and certainly does not mind investing its time and efforts for a fruitful process. In a world where everyone seems to shift to modernity, OMB sticks to its roots. OMB is also home to North Carolina’s largest beer garden and it is spectacular!

GILDE BREWERY:

Want to experience German architecture, cuisines, and beers without traveling to Germany? It might sound unbelievable, but Gilde Brewery is making it all possible. After establishing itself as a pioneer in craft beers in Germany, Gilde Brewery has now opened its first location in North America right here in Charlotte. They have brought with them a renowned German brewer who has a complete understanding of the taste buds of the masses. Apart from brewing, Gilde also has introduced Charlotte to gourmet German cuisine. The brewery aims to provide its customers a unique and gratifying insight into a German lifestyle and promises to take them on a behind-the-scenes ride, showcasing each step that goes into creating a splendid German-style beer.

NoDa BREWING Co:

NoDa Brewing Co. is one of the most beloved breweries in Charlotte and is also titled as one of the city’s crown jewels. Since its launch in 2011, the brewery has received many prestigious awards and medals. It has since expanded to most areas of North Carolina, giving the people of the state a taste of its succulent craft beers. The brewery flaunts a handpicked selection of beers loved all year round and introduces seasonal beers to fulfill their customers’ preferences. Due to the regular events hosted by the brewery, it attracts not only hard-core beer lovers to it but also other resident of the city that gather together to have a fun time. Even if you are not crazy for beers, once you visit the brewery, you will be a regular there from that day on.