THE STATE OF SOUTHERN BEER.

North Carolina boasts the largest number of craft breweries in the American South, with more than 420 breweries and brewpubs. Our mission is to advance the interests of the craft breweries of North Carolina and to promote North Carolina craft beer.

Recent News

NC Ale Trail by Rail: A New Way to Experience North Carolina’s Craft Breweries

September 18, 2024
The NC Ale Trail by Rail offers a unique travel experience, blending scenic train rides with stops at local craft breweries between Raleigh and Charlotte. Travelers can explore North Carolina’s craft beer scene using an interactive map to plan visits to breweries near train stations, all while enjoying a s...

2024 NC Brewers Cup Competition

September 05, 2024
Celebrating Excellence in North Carolina Craft Beer

NC Breweries Celebrate Success at World Beer Cup 2024

April 29, 2024
Following seven days of intensive evaluation by a distinguished panel of 280 judges representing 37 countries, North Carolina breweries emerged victorious, clinching a total of eight medals, highlighting the states’ brewing ingenuity.

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