I have a pamphlet that lists 107 breweries, cideries, meaderies and distilleries in AVL and the surrounding area. My goal is to hit around 12-15 in August. So far, out of 7, 3 are new to us. The next 5 should also be, but it’s hard when I have favorites I haven’t returned to yet. I have also bought 5 of the dozen six packs I plan to bring home. That doesn’t include any 500ml bottles of aged ales I also will pick up.

Relaxing, you bet.

AVL is also a foodie paradise and every restaurant will have loads of taps, just in case you missed a brewery on your list.

We actually come for the hiking. But that sure does work up a thirst.