I stopped in at Triple C Brewing Company in Charlotte, North Carolina and greatly enjoyed the 3C IPA.
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Birdsong Brewing Company, Charlotte, NC
I stopped in at the Birdsong Brewing Company in Charlotte, North Carolina and experienced the Jalapeno Pale Ale which was unique, spicy, and refreshing. I would highly recommend this beer to anyone who enjoys jalapeno flavor. And, it’s not hot! I also enjoyed the ample supply of peanuts in the shell to enjoy with the beer. I highly recommend Birdsong for a beer when in Charlotte, NC.
NoDa Brewing Company, Charlotte, NC
I stopped in at NoDa Brewing Company in Charlotte, North Carolina and enjoyed some beer and a tour. The Salted Caramel Stout was smooth and sweet. And the Sucette A L’abricot was light and refreshing. Also, the Experimental Hop Project was a great citrusy hop forward selection. I greatly enjoyed all of the selections I tried. The tour was delightful and offered a walk-through of the brewery including a discussion of each brewing process along the way.
The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, Charlotte, NC
I stopped in at The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery in Charlotte, North Carolina. The atmosphere is German bierhall and biergarten. It’s a great place. I tried a flight of beers. The Fat Boy Baltic Porter was just as I had hoped. Smooth, malty, caramelly. The Copper Amber Ale is a great mix of malty smoothness and a little bite. I was pleasantly surprised with the Hornet’s Nest Hefeweizen. This was crisp and enjoyable. Finally, the Radler, a mix of Captain Jack Pilsner and Sprite (lemon soda) reminded me of the Radler I had in Munich decades ago. Delicious!
Sugar Creek Brewing Company, Charlotte, NC
I stopped in at Sugar Creek Brewing Company in Charlotte, North Carolina. I really enjoyed this brewery. The bartender was very nice and helpful. The tap room was a comfortable place to hang out. I tasted the Framboise raspberry wit. This was really light and refreshing. I thoroughly enjoyed the Dubbel which was every bit dark, mysterious and dangerous as stated on the beer list.
Heist Brewery, Charlotte, NC
I stopped in at the Heist Brewery for dinner and a beer. I really enjoyed the Chikin Bucket with a bed of cabbage salad and siracha fried chicken. And the Spring Swing hoppy saison was really tasty and a great complement to the dinner.
The Unknown Brewing Company, Charlotte, NC
I stopped in at The Unknown Brewing Company in Charlotte, North Carolina. When I saw Ginger What, wheat beer with real ginger, I had to try it. I love ginger, especially real ginger ale. Ginger What really delivered. It was fresh and tart. I recommend it. And to make the experience there complete, the bartender told me of all the local breweries and drew me a map of their locations. How cool is that.
Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh, NC
I stopped at Gizmo Brew Works in Raleigh, North Carolina on the way to the airport, just long enough to enjoy one IPA. The folks there were very nice. The location is industrial and near the airport, which was convenient. And, the beer was very good.
Carolina Brewery, Chapel Hill, NC
I stopped in at the Carolina Brewery in Chapel Hill, North Carolina for lunch. The turkey bacon wrap was served with chips and made for a nice meal. I enjoyed a Black IPA which was every bit IPA and every bit dark beer all rolled into one. I also tasted the Funky Monk Belgian Dubbel which was smooth through and through.
Steel String Craft Brewery, Carrboro, NC
I stopped in at the Steel String Craft Brewery in Carrboro, North Carolina and when I saw sweet potato beer on the tap room list I had to try it. It was smooth, sweet and tasty. I really appreciated the friendliness of the bartender. The tap room had a cool feeing to it. I’d definitely stop in again if in the area.
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