A Weekend with Friends in Asheville, NC

Asheville has four great walking neighborhoods: downtown It also has a million and a half incredible breweries. And hikes. So with only a weekend to spend here, you’re going to have to make some hard choices.

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Friday: Grab Drinks and Catch Up

Crucible

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If they ask if you’re a member, don’t be alarmed. You can sign up for $1! Catch me here at least once a week drinking a Negroni with mezcal. Or a high life.

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The Whale :: A Craft Beer Collective

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The Whale distinguishes itself in the Asheville beer scene by stocking beers from outside the Asheville beer scene. I know, I know, you came to drink local, but their tap list features some of the best breweries in the country. Like Jester King. Ask to see their beer binder, a cellar list that brings me to tears.

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Saturday: Explore the City

Early riser? Surprise your friends with treats from this drive through only bakery, where they limit each customer to 6 cinnamon rolls.

Whisk Avl

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This drive through only gem is worth the 12 min drive west of the city. Hit this on your way to a hike off the Blue Ridge Parkway! Just be warned, they’re closed on Sundays.

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Thrift in west Asheville

West Asheville Walking Tour

River Arts District

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Highland Brewing Company

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See a show here at 7^

Sunday: Get Out of the City

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Turgua Brewing

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A model farm brewery that no one's ever heard of. Go!

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Zillicoah Beer Co.

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Zillicoah is the one we keep from the tourists. Every Asheville beer person's favorite beer to drink. Shhhhh. Note that they only allow guests under 21 on Sundays!

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Fonta Flora Brewery - Whippoorwill Farm

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This is one of my three favorite breweries in the world. It’s worth the drive east of Asheville, especially if you combine a visit with a hike or a trip to lake James.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Gab Bonfiglio

📍Asheville, NC Your certified beer expert specializing in culinary, road trip, and budget travel. Beer, coffee, mezcal, and natural wine guides to come! Follow me on IG for photos of my latest adventures. Click the website icon to book a virtual beer class with me!

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