Carolina Brewery: Unveiling Hidden Gems of Craft Brewing Excellence

Carolina Brewery is the oldest brewery in the Triangle area of North Carolina, founded in 1995.

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It played a pioneering role in the craft beer movement in North Carolina.

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The Carolina Brewery has received a number of awards, including gold medals at the Great US Beer Festival and the World Beer Championships.

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The brewery offers four beers year-round: Sky Blue Kolsch, Copperline Amber Ale, American IPA, and Costero Mexican Lager.

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They also have limited edition seasonal specials, such as Dogwood Citrus Ale, Oatmeal Porter, Czech Pilsner, Oktoberfest, and Santa's Secret.

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Carolina Brewery is not just a brewery; it's also a restaurant/pub serving contemporary American cuisine.

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The brewery has gained international recognition for its handcrafted beers.

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Their Sky Blue Kolsch won first place for alternative fermentation from the NC Craft Brewers Guild in 2020.

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The "Best Brewpub in the Southeast" award has been given to it by Brewpub Magazine.

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Carolina Brewery's founders, Robert Poitras and Allen Corey, have built a world-class brewery known for its pursuit of flavor and top honors at beer competitions.

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