Top Distilleries in Asheville and Blue Ridge Mountains
Asheville Distilleries: A Growing Craft Spirits Scene in the Blue Ridge Mountains
While Asheville has long been celebrated for its thriving beer culture—ranking #2 in the country for breweries per capita—a new craft movement is emerging in the Western North Carolina mountains. Thanks to changes in outdated Prohibition-era laws, a growing number of distilleries are now producing locally made spirits that reflect the region’s deep-rooted traditions and unique mountain ingredients.
Many of these distilleries offer behind-the-scenes tours, giving visitors a firsthand look at the distilling process, which varies widely in technique and style. Tasting rooms provide opportunities to sample everything from mountain moonshines to barrel-aged single malts, while on-site bars serve signature cocktails made with house-distilled spirits. Whether you're a whiskey enthusiast, a gin lover, or simply curious about the fast-growing Asheville distillery scene, there’s a flavor—and a story—waiting to be discovered.
