Asheville Brewers Raise a Glass to Locally Sourced Malt
By Jessica Chen | Published 2026-02-28T13:00:31.565Z
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The South Slope, already known for its high concentration of craft breweries, is riding a fresh wave of growth thanks to local malt suppliers, according to the Asheville Downtown Association. This...
The South Slope, already known for its high concentration of craft breweries, is riding a fresh wave of growth thanks to local malt suppliers, according to the Asheville Downtown Association. This development is encouraging a hyper-local approach to brewing, with more breweries sourcing ingredients from within the region.
The Asheville Brewers Alliance notes that this trend toward local sourcing stems from both a desire for unique flavors and a commitment to supporting the regional agricultural
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