Craft Beer (and more!) in Mooresville

Visiting our beautiful town and fun attractions can make you a bit thirsty, and luckily we have just what you need to wet your whistle. Our local craft beer, wine, and spirits scene has something for everyone. Visit our Mooresville breweries, where the decor and personality of each one is as unique as the beers they create. For oenophiles, we have an extensive wine collection at our quaint wine shops and restaurants, or you can get even closer to the vines at a vineyard. Or if you like your beverages a bit more spirited, visit the nearby distillery for award-winning selections.

Breweries

Wobbly Butt Brewery – Founded in early 2020 and brews beers designed around everything Dachshund. With the help of Leroy and Addie-Jo, Wobbly Butt Brewery is the perfect place to show your love and support of delicious, locally brewed beer while enjoying the company of the Wobbly Butts who made it all possible.

Hoptown Brewery Company – The newest kid on the brewery block in Mooresville, this brewery features 20 taps with a lean toward classic brews and IPAs. The space has a local neighborhood vibe with a covered patio and tvs. Food choices from nearby restaurants can be delivered right to the brewery.

Ghostface Brewing – Created using traditional brewing processes, Ghostface Brewing features up to 20 unique and tasty beers along with mead and ciders at any time.  Beers are rotated on a regular basis, but there is always a core selection available daily, including something malty, hoppy, dark and light on tap – so there is something for everyone to enjoy. A family friendly favorite place for pizza, and their wings are off the chart!

Beer Lab – An idea created from the popular R&D (Research & Drinking) Events at Ghostface Brewing, where the brewers would unleash 7 new beers at a time and experiment with strange ingredients, fruit and yeast, has translated into a new location dedicated to the art of brewing. The creation of the Beer Lab is to bring out experimental beers with taps consistently changing weekly if not daily, and to let the brewers’ inner scientists explore the unlimited flavors of beer. In addition, they have some of the best Bourbon, Scotch & Whiskey there is to offer and they are dog friendly!

King Canary – This waterfront brewery features a beautifully decorated two-story taphouse with a bar on each floor. Lots of outdoor seating and a rotating schedule of food trucks make this brewery a popular and lively hangout, especially during warmer weather. Kids are welcome and there are even dedicated play areas so they can stay entertained while the adults…well…adult.

Jolly Roger Brew – A veteran owned growing brewery founded in 2017 combines the unique mix of real German brewing tradition and add innovative technology.  Themed beers include Ale names borrowed from Pirate sailing traditions like IPatch, Barbarossa Red, and the award winning Walk the Plant Wheat among others.  Beer is available in the region at Taverns and fine Alehouses.  Tastings and growlers are served on a limited schedule inside this working brewery.

Other places to grab a beer…

OnTap – Housed in a circa 1907 building in downtown Mooresville, this charming tap house occupies a corner spot on Main Street. Serving more than 20 beers on tap at any time, the majority from North Carolina brewers, they also feature local North / South Carolina ciders (gluten free) on tap as well as prosecco, white and red wine. Mindful of the building’s history as a bank, the owners added a cooling system to the original vault and now it serves to keep their beers safe.

Ultimate Ales – Lake Norman’s original bottle shop and craft beer tasting room has 16 taps rotating with local and seasonal beers, as well as hundreds of bottles from around the world. Their Tuesday Night Trivia is popular with locals and always has a lively crowd.

Barcelona Burger & Beer Garden – A casual but hip burger joint, they feature 20 craft beers on tap at any time. Enjoy your brew inside the industrial style restaurant (they are located in an old mill) or venture outside to the picnic tables in the lusciously landscaped garden.

Duckworth’s Grill and Taphouse – This American eatery features so many beers on tap and in the bottle that the list is supplied to you on an iPad. If you’re staying in town for a while consider joining their Hopman’s Beer Club to see how many points you can earn.

Apps & Taps – This waterfront bar and grill is a popular place for live music on The Pontoon Stage Fridays and Saturdays and next door to the Toucan’s restaurant.

Dive BarLake Norman’s only underground arcade bar.  We offers arcade games, billiards, darts, and a kick-ass time!  Games include Skee-Ball, Beer Pong Master, Big Buck HD, Pacman Arcade Party, Boxer Glove, Golden Tee, and more. Our menu includes domestic brews, liquor, wine, and bar food. 

K Craft Beer and WineRetail Bottle Shoppe & Tasting Bar.  Tuesday $5 wines by the glass.  Wednesday $4 drafts.  Thursday live music @ 8pm.  Sunday $4 drafts & 10% off package beer.

Village TapHouse – A full service family restaurant with a great menu! Flat screen tvs for you to watch all your favorite sporting events! Come check out our specials, hamburgers & wings.

Overflow – Lake Norman’s first self pour establishment serving beer, wine, cider, hard seltzers, sours, kombuchas, seasonals and coffee.  Sample a little or a lot.

Boondogler’s Brewing Company – Craft beer, wine, cider, and more.  Our beers are brewed and served on-site, using 5BBL EZ Brew Systems.  This method of brewing allows us to streamline our approach and consistently replicate the brew process.

For the Wine Lover

Davesté Vineyards – At Daveste’ Vineyards, we take a minimalist approach in winemaking. Our fruit comes from our own carefully tended estate vineyard and other select North Carolina vineyards; the remainder comes from reputable Virginia vineyards.  Enjoy a wine tasting in our tasting room, which also features an art gallery with selected works by North Carolina artists. Our grounds are graced by a beautiful covered pavilion, perfect for events, live music, weddings, receptions, parties, and more.

Wine Maestro – This wine bar and shop carries a vast selection of wines from around the world and at all price points. A favorite spot for collectors, it is just as welcoming to those new to and eager to learn about wine. The food menu includes small bites as well as meals, and they offer regular special dinners, tastings, and events.

The Barrel – A boutique wine and beer bar & retail gift shop, cheese board, wine tasting, beer tasting, Sangria, Mimosa, Bellini, specialized private events.

The Hidden Bin – This stylish wine shop and tasting bar features selections from small production wineries and vineyards as well as notable labels in the industry. Enjoy wine on tap or by the bottle as well as a selection of craft beer, and you can order appetizers from Table 31 restaurant, located next door.

202 N. Main Fine Wine Bar & Music Room – Located in a restored historic Victorian building, circa 1900, in downtown Mooresville, this wine shop with exposed brick and original wood floors is a cozy spot to enjoy a fine wine and some live music. Area musicians take the stage on Friday evenings, and the shop regularly hosts tastings and special events.

Spirits & Craft Cocktails

158 On Main A re-imagined, distinctive cocktail lounge featuring live music, comedy shows and event space unique to Downtown Mooresville.  Experience a properly executed cocktail or other beverage of your choice, along with a selection from our charcuterie and cheese menu or other small plate offerings.

Southern Distilling Co. – Truly a grain-to-glass distillery, Southern Distilling Company is one of the largest state-of-the-art distilleries in the Southeast. Visit the gorgeous tasting room to sample their award winning Southern Star Bourbon Whiskeys. You can also take a tour of the facility, located on a beautiful 20-acre farm.

Murto-Made Distillery – Patrons are greeted by exposed brick, floors of reclaimed barn wood and original tin ceilings.  Hand-crafted gins served.  Offers traditional craft cocktails with a twist.  Sells spirits, beer and wine for customers to take home.

On The Nines – Innovative cocktails served at a beautiful bistro bar makes this restaurant at the Mooresville Golf Club a great place to meet for drinks. Pair your libation with an appetizer or full entreé, or just enjoy the lively atmosphere and friendly bar staff.

Table 31 – For craft cocktails and an extensive wine list (served on tap, by the glass or bottle) this upscale casual restaurant has an ample bar for enjoying drinks as well as comfortable outdoor lounges for when the weather is nice.

Epic Chophouse – The bartenders at this upscale restaurant have been known to hold contests for new drink inventions, and the drink menu reflects their ingenuity. In addition to unique craft cocktails, you will also find an impressive list of wines, small batch bourbons and scotch, and after dinner drinks. The Epic LTD menu, available in the bar in off-peak hours, offers small bites for a great value.

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