THE STATE OF SOUTHERN BEER.

North Carolina boasts the largest number of craft breweries in the American South, with more than 410 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

North Carolina Leaders Honored at the 2025 NC Beer Industry Awards Banquet

December 04, 2025
The 2025 NC Beer Industry Awards Banquet was held in downtown Durham on Tuesday, November 18th, during the annual NC Craft Brewers Conference, presented by Lowes Foods and Zee Loeffler. The annual Awards Banquet, sponsored by Brightly Software, celebrated the individuals, organizations, and breweries who are adv...

NC Craft Brewers Guild Hosts Successful NC Beer Farm Day, Showcasing the Synergy between Agriculture and Craft Brewing

September 26, 2024
The NC Craft Brewers Guild hosted the inaugural 2024 NC Beer Farm Day at Carolina Malt House, highlighting the important connection between North Carolina’s agriculture and craft brewing industries. Sponsored by Carolina Malt House, Lowes Foods, and Beer Law Center, the event brought together state legisla...

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...