Downtown Greenville Breweries
Everything You Need to Know
Thomas Jefferson once noted that "beer softens the temper, cheers the spirit, and promotes health." There may have been some bit in there about moderation, but it's a little hard to hear over the sound of fresh kegs being tapped. Greenville has quickly become a utopia for patrons of the handcrafted pint, and these craft breweries in the downtown neigh-brew-hood won't disappoint. If you're already hanging out in downtown Greenville, why not meander over to a local brewery for a pint?
Greenville's downtown area breweries include:
- New Realm Brewing Company
- Fireforge Crafted Beer
- Yee-Haw Brewing Company
- Pangaea Brewing Company
- Magnetic South Brewery
- Southernside Brewing Co.
- Carolina Bauernhaus Greenville
- Liability Brewing Co.
- Other Lands
Read on to see all kinds of in-depth info, including a map of their locations, Untappd info, high-lites, promising hop-inions, photos, pour-sonas, top-rated beers, and find out which suds are for you.
New Realm Brewing Company
Downtown Greenville – 912 S. Main St.
Pour-sona: THE PHILOSOPHICAL ALCHEMIST
The High-Lites
Step through the doors of New Realm Brewing Company and you might just feel a little… different. A little lighter, a little more curious, a little more ready to embark on an adventure where hops and harmony collide in a symphony of flavor. That’s because this isn’t just any brewery—it’s a barrel-aging, beer-blending, spirit-spinning wonderland tucked inside the heart of the Old Cigar Warehouse. And oh, what a transformation this place has undergone! This 150-year-old brick-and-mortar beauty isn’t just standing around reminiscing about the past; it’s the new home of innovative brewing, lively gatherings, and a smorgasbord of flavors that will have your taste buds dancing like nobody’s watching. It’s a place where beer is both science and sorcery, where spirits whisper secrets in the speakeasy, and where wood-fired flavors emerge from the kitchen like culinary magic tricks. At New Realm, every pint is a potion, meticulously crafted by master brewers Mitch Steele and Brian Faivre, alongside their on-site alchemist, Luke DesJardins. The beer list? A kaleidoscope of creations, from artfully aged saisons and Belgian triples to experimental sours kissed by local fruits. And let’s not forget the house-aged, barrel-blended beauties, each one a testament to time, technique, and a touch of brewing bravado.
Take a sip of Hazy Like a Fox IPA, a flagship brew that has hopped, skipped, and jumped its way into the hearts of beer lovers everywhere. Or maybe a Kickflipper West Coast IPA, crisp and clean like a perfect ollie. Feeling adventurous? They’ve been busy conjuring up naturally fermented wonders, and the foeders (giant wooden fermentation vessels, if you please) are housing flavors you never even knew you needed in your life. And for those who prefer their libations shaken, stirred, or straight-up neat, New Realm’s handcrafted cocktails are an absolute revelation. Spirits distilled with precision, mixed with care, and served with a side of Southern charm—what more could you ask for?
Top 5 Rated Beers
- Wooded Reserve: Bourbon BA Oaxaca Choca Stout - Imperial / Double
- Wooded Reserve: Rum BA Imperial Brown Ale Brown Ale - Imperial / Double
- Cherry Limeade Flavored Malt Beverage
- Wooded Reserve: Barrel-Aged Belgian Tripel Belgian Tripel
- Doomsday Hound Stout - Russian Imperial
The kitchen at New Realm isn’t content to play second fiddle. This is a scratch kitchen, which means every sauce, every garnish, every bite is crafted from the ground up. Executive Chef Josh Wight, a globe-trotting flavor virtuoso, has infused the menu with inspiration from his travels across France, Argentina, and beyond. The result? Elevated gastro-pub fare that pairs perfectly with every sip. Sink your teeth into a Wagyu Burger that practically melts in your mouth. Go green with a Beyond Burger so delicious, it might just convert the most steadfast carnivores. Savor a wood-fired pizza with a blistered, crackly crust that could make even a Naples pizzaiolo nod in approval. And if wings are your thing, prepare for a sticky, smoky, spicy revelation. It’s all about balance here—the delicate dance of flavors, the marriage of craft beer and culinary genius, the old-world charm of the building meeting the bold spirit of innovation.

First and foremost, the staff are absolutely outstanding. Extremely friendly, attentive, helpful, polite, and professional; they're everything you could ask for from a restaurant staff. The building is simply great. Very spacious, yet warm and cozy at the same time. The lighting is perfect, offering a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. And as if it couldn't get any better, the food is simply OUTSTANDING.
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... just any old brew won’t do. New Realm Brewing Co. isn’t just another craft beer brand—it’s a philosophy. It’s about rethinking tradition, bending the rules, and never becoming stale in any sense or style. Founded in 2016 by beer industry veterans Carey Falcone, Bob Powers, and Mitch Steele, the company has expanded across the Southeast with locations in Atlanta, Virginia Beach, Charleston, and Auburn. Each outpost has its own heartbeat, its own specialty, its own story to tell. Greenville’s chapter in this story is all about creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to quality. It’s about taking a historic space and turning it into something fresh, vibrant, and completely unique. It’s about crafting beer, spirits, and food that make you pause, sip, savor, and smile. So, whether you’re a hophead, a whiskey aficionado, a foodie, or just someone who loves a great atmosphere, step into New Realm Brewing Company. Find your favorite pint, discover a new flavor, and let yourself be carried away by the magic of the moment, because here in this realm the only rule is to never stop exploring.
Fireforge Crafted Beer
Downtown Greenville – 311 E. Washington St.
Pour-sona: THE EXTROVERTED INTROVERT
The High-Lites
You might expect most brewmasters to have been obsessed with beer and the beer-making process from the moment they turned 21, practically sleeping on a bed of grains while hoppy dreams steep in their heads, but not all who brew take the same route. Fireforge co-founder and Governor of Fireforge Brian Cendrowski spent his 20s thinking beer tasted terrible—so much so that his drink of choice during this formative decade ranged from amaretto sours to Woodchuck Cider. It wasn't until a friend introduced him to Sierra Nevada Pale Ale that Brian's eyes were opened to a world of beer with flavor and variety. Fast forward to today and this late-bloomer turned in his job as a web developer for 50-pound bags of grain and a much more satisfying career running one of Greenville's only breweries just steps off Main Street with co-founder, CMO, and wife Nicole, who has been right there with Brian since their first batch made on a stovetop at home.
What began in 2014 as a serious plan to open a brewery in 2014 became reality in 2018 when Fireforge's doors opened. Those doors, by the way, are extremely large—so large, in fact, that if you're frequently conflicted by the decision of whether to go out or stay in, Fireforge is perfect for you as it creates one space that provides both options as opening these massive doors is akin to removing entire walls. Your duality will be wholly satisfied by a table-dotted biergarten seamlessly extending from far outside the building all the way to the main bar area inside.
Top 5 Rated Beers
- Humulus Package #6 IPA - Imperial / Double New England
- John Hopcock IPA - New England
- Unghosted #2 Pale Ale - American
- Blueberry Mead - Melomel
- Quaddish Boy Belgian Dubbel
The rustic feel of the wood paneling combined with the urban surroundings of downtown Greenville provide another wonderful juxtaposition to ponder over a pilsner at sunset. If a pale pils doesn't fit your taste, you can peruse Fireforge's 20 taps for something else you might prefer—from several options categorized as "light and refreshing" to a handful of IPAs to your more malty and dark beverages. Feeling particularly saucy? Opt for the Perlin's Ghost Pepper Ale and see if that doesn't forge a fire within you.
Speaking of flames, Fireforge is cooking up foods in its prep kitchen that complement the available beer selections, so you'll find a menu of quick bites, shareable snacks, a full meal or two and even desserts to choose from. Live music is also on the menu from time to time so check their calendar to see who's playing when you're in town, and well-behaved dogs and kiddos are always welcome.

Best craft beer in Greenville! Came for a weekend in April and did not have a beer here I didn't love. Lots of hazy beers and a cool warehouse atmosphere and outdoor area made this my favorite brewery stop for the weekend. Definitely check it out. If you are staying downtown, it is an easy walk to the brewery.
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... you like a beverage that'll tell you a story. Fireforge is the first craft brewery in the world to incorporate a product called Story Label onto its can and bottle products made by a company in nearby Greer called Century Printing and Packaging, which has been making craft beer labels for years. In fact, the company produced 380 million labels in 2019. New this year is the ability for breweries to tell the story of their brewery or the specific beer right on the label—well, actually, right behind the label. If you're one of those anxious beer-drinkers who peels the label off a bottle as you sip your suds, this one is definitely for you. Peeling back the corner on select labels of Fireforge canned and bottle beer will reveal a story just as tasty as that IPA or lager you're swigging. Definitely sample selections from the tap while at Fireforge, but grab something from the cooler to take back to the hotel for a bedtime story.
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Whether you're looking to catch a game on TV or enjoy some tasty brews in an environment that leaves pretentiousness at the door, Yee-Haw is the chilled-out spot you're looking for. That doesn't mean they're not serious about the beer they brew—on the contrary, they're bubbling up suds in Pigeon Forge, TN, Nashville, and at the location that started it all, Johnson City, TN, so you know they're pouring pleasing pints to keep four locations running strong. As you may have noticed from the list of locations in the previous sentence, one of these things is not like the other—and that would be us.
Why Greenville? Because Yee-Haw's head honchos loved the similarities between Greenville and Johnson City, each with a local culture that's all about having a beer, some good food, and an even better time.
Top 5 Rated Beers
- Sour Apricot Peach Sour - Fruited
- Yee-hazy Runnings IPA - New England
- Velvet Charmer Scotch Ale / Wee Heavy
- Trickster IPA - American
- Winter Porter Porter - Baltic
Any brewery worth its hops is going to feature beer's greatest hits, and at Yee-Haw, you'll find the old standbys in new yet approachable ways, like a delicious IPA that delivers fragrances bested only by its restrained bitterness and a smooth-drinkin' American Craft Lager literally called "Easy." Coincidentally, that's the way Yee-Haw wants a visit to its downtown brewery to be for patrons. Just four blocks off of Main Street, what's on-tap isn't the only thing that's approachable, and with a significant amount of outdoor space to sip and enjoy the sights of downtown Greenville, those dwelling in the area for a long weekend would be remiss not to enjoy an evening out here.
You may think that the beer would get the full spotlight here but it simply must make room for the food Yee-Haw is kickin' out of the kitchen. The menu features categories you might expect from an American bar—like small plates and appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and the like—but overlooking the chargrilled wings as just any standard bar offering would be a serious mistake. Call up any online review site and Yee-Haw's convection-steam-baked wings will be just as mentioned as the beer—and really, where else would you rather hang out for a while than at a place pouring pints and slinging wings this rave-worthy?

I'm all-in on the wings I had at lunch — great googly moogly, the meat came off the bones cleaner than Himalayan snow. ... The beer was remarkably easy-labeled and the three I sampled were delicious. Get there.
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... making new friends is on your list. You won't find a single brewery or watering hole in Greenville that doesn't have a helpful, passionate staff that's enthusiastic about guiding your beer tasting journey, but Yee-Haw's friendly staff is such a differentiator that nearly every online review about the brewery mentions the group as a whole or individuals by name. Whether you've got questions about the different on-tap options or you're just in town for business by yourself and need some company while you wind down after a long day of meetings, Yee-Haw's staff will have you taken care of. We're tempted to mention the chicken wings again here—yes, they're that good!—but friendly faces, good conversation, and excellent service go a long way toward furthering the relaxing, care-free environment Yee-Haw strives for.
Pangaea Brewing Company
Westside – 115 Welborn St. (The Commons)
Pour-sona: THE WORLDLY
The High-Lites
When was the last time you had a good idea while hanging out with a few buds and some suds? For Pangaea Brewing Company owner Steve Schofield, it was more than a decade ago, but what an idea it was—Jurassic Brewland, a magical place that would answer the question, “What if everything at Jurassic Park went as planned and they started brewing beer?” Sadly, we still don’t know—yet (we’re counting on you, Steve)—but why just build a park when you can create a supercontinent? Steve spent years traveling the world to learning about how other cultures treat the brewing process and visited UC Davis to learn from the best brewing program on earth. It took a bit, but he had fallen in love with the brewing process so much that he took a risk by leaving a successful career in engineering to pursue his passion. Thus, Pangaea was formed.
There are three things Pangaea keeps at the heart of everything they do and brew: community, quality, and sustainability. If it belongs in Pangaea’s beer or on the piping-hot pizzas coming out of the woodfire oven, chances are it was grown or sourced in and around Greenville. What’s truly impressive is Pangaea’s knack for taking local ingredients and creating worldly flavors inspired by the many cultures Steve learned to brew from. Yearning for Europe? Try the High-Strung Hefe, a classic German Hefeweizen. If you prefer the taste of the tropics, the Clever Girl Juicy IPA will have you on the beach with a single sip, as will the Puerto Rico-inspired Chupacabrew brewed with lime zest. Pangaea isn’t afraid to break tradition either as its brew crew frequently bends the rules by using old-world styles with modern flavors, like those in the Belgian Breakfast, where a classic Belgian ale meets Methodical and Unblended coffee with a touch of vanilla.
Top 5 Rated Beers
- Sunset Fifrildi Sour - Fruited
- Turtle Juice Hard Seltzer
- Big Nick Energy Stout - Foreign / Export
- Freyr Stout - American
- Old Money Moose Stout - Imperial / Double
What’s a breakfast without pizza, though? A visit to Pangaea isn’t complete without one. On the menu, you’ll find your favorite traditional pies, like the American with bold cup pepperoni and parmesan reggiano, next to more modern options, like the Bacon Jalapeño specialty pizza made with a honey glaze crust. Pangaea has a gluten-free crust option, too, and did we mention that most of Pangaea’s eye-popping 80+ beers are vegan? Those made with dairy products are well-marked on the menu. Pangaea is both family and dog-friendly, too, so bring the kids and the pups. They might even get to meet Pangaea’s brewery dogs, Gunner and Charlie. Both the flavors and the experience of Pangaea are worth traveling the world for, but you can find it all right here in Greenville.

Steve, the head brewer, keeps things fresh with seasonal brews and classics, and the salads/pizzas are delicious. The Spanish pizza and the Vietnamese pizza are both bomb.
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…you want to travel the globe without going anywhere. Pangaea’s beer selection is impressive—89 total, 18 of which are on tap, at the time we’re writing this—and most of them offer at least a hint of inspiration from a variety of faraway lands. Wherever you feel like going, Pangaea can probably get you there—Switzerland, Germany, Thailand, and Iceland are just a few of the countries that you can set a compass for. Think of your beer-tender like a travel agent and let them book the perfect vacation for your tastebuds. You can even travel in styles! Nearly every style of beer offers multiple options. Those of you in search of a flawless IPA, in particular, have a fair amount of traveling ahead of you, but the menu is also packed with ales, lagers, porters, sours, and more. What are you waiting for? Pack your bags already!
Magnetic South Brewery
Westside – 701 Easley Bridge Rd., Suite 4155 (Judson Mill)
Pour-sona: THE ENERGETIC
The High-Lites
When you come to Greenville, don’t be alarmed if you feel like you’re being pulled in the direction of Judson Mill; that’s just the allure of Magnetic South Brewery. Opened in March 2023, Magnetic South was originally planning to be ready for business sooner, but COVID came along and, well, you know the rest. Good things definitely come to those who wait, though, and now Greenville has 10,000 square feet of space to do so many activities. That’s right, Magnetic South is flexing a five-digit square footage and they’ve dedicated every inch of it to fun. More on that in a moment—let’s get to the beer first!
Magnetic South is brewing batches of simple, straightforward, and drinkable beer 300 gallons at a time. With all that space, you’d certainly expect a handful of options to choose from and Magnetic South is not about to disappoint. On any given visit, you’ll find 16 beers on tap featuring a wide selection of light and dark lagers, a bevy of IPAs, sours, and session beers among many others. If you’re curious about what session beers are, they’re at the core of what Magnetic South does, and we can sum them up in one word: drinkability. Session beers are defined by their lower alcohol volume, and before you go clicking away, hear us out. Beers in this category pack a little less punch so you can have a few of them throughout—wait for it— a drinking session without needing to be carried out. Since session beers aren’t a style, the beauty is that they can across a lot of different categories. Pilsners, witbier, pale ales, and Hefeweizen, for example, can all be brewed to qualify as session beers.
Top 5 Rated Beers
- Whitewater Seltzer Hard Seltzer
- Bonfire Bros Coconut Stout - Imperial / Double
- Big Bad Barleywine Barleywine - English
- Pilsner But in Italian Pilsner
- Chapstick Season Stout - Imperial / Double
For those of you who prefer a higher octane, Magnetic South makes plenty of those, too. They pretty much cater to everyone, and their mission is to be a place where beer-ginners and beer snobs can both enjoy something that fits their respective tastes. That’s pretty fun in itself, but we promised more fun, so buckle up. Magnetic South is packed with arcade games, pool tables, pinball machines, and Skee-Ball, all of which are part of their high-energy, family-friendly atmosphere. If you need more fun, stop down the hall and throw some axes at Stumpy’s Hatchet House, but you can’t toss around sharp objects on an empty stomach so Magnetic South has you covered.
Magnetic South has a Cuban-inspired food menu that continually earns glowing reviews online, so grab a traditional Cuban sandwich to go with your beer of choice. If that’s not your speed, maybe Magnetic South can tempt you with nachos, tacos, quesadillas, and burritos, including burrito bowls. Whatever you choose, you can’t go wrong—but rest up because you’re gonna need your energy.

Easily the best brewery I’ve been to. The food is excellent, the beer is delicious, and the staff is knowledgeable and very friendly. They have a beer for everyone… not to mention they have arcade games. It’s such a relief to be able to take my kid to a brewery and know it’s a fun, safe environment.
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… you’re looking for an upbeat brewery that’s a whole experience unto itself. Magnetic South strives to be a place where good beer, good food, and good people meet, and when combined, there’s fun to be had. If you’re looking for a quiet place to sip a beer and read a book, Magnetic South may not always be the brewery you choose, but if you want to cut loose a bit with great-tasting, drinkable beer in a lively environment with all sorts of things to do, you’ll be attracted to Magnetic South. Be sure to check Magnetic South’s events calendar on Facebook, Instagram, or their website because fun can be planned. From trivia nights and yoga to disc golf and wrestling, you never know what you’ll find at Magnetic South—but you can find us at the pinball machines.
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No trip to Greenville, SC is complete until you’ve rented a bike and hit the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail. This 28-mile, remarkably flat, and fully-paved hiking, biking, walking, and running trail connect many of Greenville’s must-see spots, from Cleveland Park through Falls Park on the Reedy, and all the north to Furman University and downtown Travelers Rest. A trail all can enjoy, it’s perfect for a leisurely bike ride, with plenty of reasons to stop along the way—and Southernside Brewery is emphatically one of them.
Opened in January 2021, Southernside Brewery—named for the Southernside neighborhood it calls home—is a new kid on the brewery block in Greenville, but don’t think for a moment that this sudsy spot is just trying to find its way in the early stages. Owner Nate Tomforde is the mind behind the self-serve beer concept at Pour Taproom in downtown Greenville, so he’s quite familiar with what beer enthusiasts of all kinds are looking for. Brewmaster Kenny Driggers joined forces with Tomforde and brings a wealth of experience for such a young age. An Upstate South Carolina product, Driggers earned an engineering degree at Clemson, where he discovered homebrewing and refined his skills with totally scientific experimental beer-related college research. At Southernside, he used all those college studies, and the experience he gained at several breweries after graduating, to develop a beer menu that taps into his understanding of brewing styles and variety.
Top 5 Rated Beers
- Can't You See IPA IPA - English
- Rise of the Schwarz Schwarzbier
- Chocolate Coconut Porter Porter - American
- Tangerine Wheat Wheat Beer - Other
- West Coast Double IPA IPA - Imperial / Double
At any given time, you’ll likely find a selection of IPAs, maybe an Irish red ale or an Irish dry, stouts, witbier and more, made right on-site. Southernside has all the approachable beer mainstays, but balances that with creativity that’s only limited by the imagination of *checks notes* an engineer with a penchant for scientific exploration! This, no doubt, led to the creation of Southernside’s Piña Colada IPA—a New England Milkshake IPA with hints of all the necessary ingredients to piña and colada your afternoon brew.
While the beer is worth hopping off the bike on its own, Southernside has a full cocktail and wine menu. All the cocktails are masterfully mixed by hand and are just as creative as the beer options. If it’s on the menu, get the creamy vodka Sugar Cookie; "A beverage," Tomforde told the Greenville Journal, "that will remind you of your grandmother’s cookies." If grandma was more of a bourbon gal, Southernside has an expansive bourbon menu, too.
If we haven’t convinced you yet, the grub and spacious outdoor seating right along the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail might have you pit-stopping. A family-friendly trail respite, Southernside offers a full kitchen menu that includes selections for kids and a “Pup Menu” for your fur baby! The human adult food menu was designed by Chef Christian Groham, formerly of Caviar & Bananas, and completely embodies the “Southern” in Southernside. Fried pickles, deviled eggs, pulled pork, bourbon bacon jam burger, crawfish roll, even a vegan “Chickpea of the Sea” salad sandwich—all with an elevated twist and made-to-order. Was that your bike brakes, or did we just hear you squeal with glee?

First time at Southernside and all I can say is "Wow!" Their house beers are delicious but they also offer wine and liquor. Food menu is amazing. ... Can we talk about the scenery? Right off the Swamp Rabbit with a view of the Reedy River. Can't wait to come back!
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… afternoons and evenings in the great outdoors are your thing. No matter who you are nor how you got here—the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, a vehicular transport, or via a teleportation machine we really need to talk to you about—there’s nothing quite like a cold beer in the cool shade on a hot afternoon or a handcrafted cocktail that pairs perfectly with a fresh pretzel and housemade beer cheese under the stars. Southernside’s outdoor area is central to its entire being. Owner Nate Tomforde hopes to do plenty of outdoor events and free outdoor concerts every Saturday night, and he’s certainly got the space for it. From automated fire pits to plenty of picnic tables to a 30-by-40-foot covered pergola facing the trail, along with bar access without having to set foot inside, Southernside is well-equipped to become the family-friendly, year-round outdoor gathering spot it set out to be. Considering its location is directly inside the coming-soon Unity Park, Southernside is primed to be a place that brings people together again.
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If you can’t pronounce it, you’re not alone. It’s the German word for “farmhouse,” but if you want to call it the Carolina “barnhouse,” that’s just fine by the owners of Carolina Bauernhaus (pronounced BOW-en-house). It’s a fitting name on different levels—the German pronunciation is a tip-of-the-cap to Carolina Bauernhaus’ European-inspired beers. It’s also just a funky name for a funky place, out-funked only by its funky beer—and we mean this in the best way possible because Carolina Bauernhaus is bringing George Clinton-level talent to Greenville’s brewery scene. Founded by an attorney, an engineer, and an IT specialist, Carolina Bauernhaus’ roots took hold when the three—Brad Thomas, David Thornton and Keston Helfrich—met in a homebrewing club in nearby Anderson, SC. From vastly different backgrounds and with vastly different styles, the opposites attracted and the result is a story of success in progress.
In 2020, Carolina Bauernhaus opened in Poe West development of the Village of West Greenville—funky in its own right with eclectic shops, art studios and eateries, which the new brew neighbor fits right into—but it’s actually the second location this trio has opened. The first Carolina Bauernhaus opened in 2015 in nearby Anderson and success came quickly—and so did the funk, with accolades to prove it. At the 2017 Great American Beer Festival, Carolina Bauernhaus claimed multiple awards, including a gold medal in the Experimental Beer Category. Just a few years later, it was time to expand into Greenville.
Top 5 Rated Beers
- 556 Perry Cider Cider - Traditional
- Keston Said NO! Pumpkin / Yam Beer
- Copper Pub Ale English Mild Ale
- Primavera Espresso Porter Porter - Coffee
- Mr. Doppelina Bock - Doppelbock
All three founders have their own contributions to the beer odyssey you’ll embark on here, but the frontman of this Barley-ment Funkadelic is Helfrich, the head brewer. His brew muse? Wild, funky sours, ales, ciders and meads. If you’ve got a good bassline handy, now’s a good time to drop it. Helfrich’s approach is rooted in Belgian inspiration, but don’t take that to infer a strict adherence to tradition. A man whose website bio includes the words “maniacal passion” to describe his approach to brewing follows no rules, and gold medals from acclaimed beer festivals in experimental categories aren’t given to recipe-followers. The brew menu here is expansive, in both style and flavor. Allow us to provide a textual taste of what we mean: on-tap, you’ll find sours made with Bradford watermelons, golden ales with yuzu fruit, wheat ales featuring coriander and local lemongrass, maybe even a saison flavored by muscadines and scuppernongs. We’ll admit that scuppernongs created some confusion for us that Google sorted out (it's a variety of the muscadine grape), but one thing is so clear that no search is required: you can’t fake the funk of Carolina Bauernhaus.
It’s not just the beers that are tearing the roof off this sucker. Head to Carolina Bauernhaus’ outdoor area and you’ll find there was never a need for a roof at all. This expansive outdoor hangout comes complete with plenty of bar and picnic tables, activities like cornhole and bocce, and a convenient pull-up for food trucks. Wanna get a little more comfortable? Rock—er, funk—out in one of the many hammocks you’ll find out here and relax knowing that you don’t have to practice your German pronunciation if you’d rather not. No matter how you say it, this funkified West Greenville Bauernhaus is anything but a boring-haus.

Wonderful outdoor space with a wonderful staff, but most importantly, fantastic beer that challenges the norm.
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… you have a deep appreciation—or even a cursory curiosity—for what happens when a genius takes the road less traveled. If it wasn’t clear already, Carolina Bauernhaus is all about wild brewing processes that produce funk-ified results in the form of sours, ales, ciders, meads, and more. Greenville’s brewery scene is booming, but each has its own distinct flare of individuality that can be subtle for some and central to others. If this was a spectrum, you’d find Carolina Bauernhaus on the far side of central—a position Greenville visitors and residents alike embrace in our brewery scene as much as its opposite. Perhaps that’s a reason the trio of Carolina Bauernhaus founders eyed up Greenville for its next funk-tastic voyage. For the traditionalists to the more eclectic among us, and everyone in-between, there are plenty of reasons to chase expanding horizons and embrace the styles, people, and places different from the ones we’ve known. Helfrich’s concoctions are out there—intentionally so—and an experience all their own that has everyone who samples them singing “We want the funk!” by the time the brain unpacks their deliciously different flavors.
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Let's imagine for a moment that Bill S. Preston, Esq. and "Ted" Theodore Logan (of Bill and Ted movie trilogy fame) were packing up the phone booth and, once again, they'd be traveling through wormholes to points in spacetime that would most certainly lead to as fun and irreverent a voyage as their previous trips—only this time, the point of all this quantum travel would be for Bill to educate Ted on the world of craft beer, in-between deep conversations and debates about Star Wars and comic books. That's kind of how Liability Brewing Co. came to be, except it was Dustin educating neighbor Terry about craft beer and there were far fewer wormholes involved from what we understand. The Star Wars and comic book conversations were rampant, though.
This is the exact vibe you can expect coming into Liability Brewing Co. At first glance, you might see Dustin and Terry standing together in deep conversation over something beer or comic book related, but then you might notice the clean, crisp ambiance of a modern brewery that's serious about beer despite the fun-loving nerd culture experts running the place. Liability sets out to make you feel something about craft beer—in their own fun, quirky way. We point to the fact that flights are served in a sticker-covered lunchbox as all the evidence we need to back that up. Per Liability themselves, this is the brewery that wants to drink and laugh along with you. It wants to hear your passive-aggressive playful snark while connecting you with its creativity, all to evoke an emotion within you about the experience that lasts long after you've returned home.
Top 5 Rated Beers
- Tripel Dollar Bill, Y'all Belgian Tripel
- Nana Nana Boo Boo Stout - Imperial / Double
- When You Find a Stranger in the Alps IPA - New England
- Rabid Unicorn IPA - Imperial / Double
- Faux Leather Sweater Weather Sour - Other
It's also just a downright cool spot to hang out. Tucked within a bank of businesses in a complex called Westone, Liability has a large outdoor area with comfortable patio furniture and plenty of space. Have a seat and order a flight to sample several of Liability's best and let your eyes light up as it arrives to your table in an old-school lunch box. Perhaps its most popular feature is the large, detailed mural inside that depicts LL Cool J as a Stormtrooper from Star Wars, designed and painted by Greenville artist Chad Patterson, so be sure to snag a pic in front of that—and choose a pal to take it who has better aim than a Stormtrooper (Pew Pew!). The building features lots of doors of all shapes and sizes that, when open, blends inside with outside. Whether it's now or in the future, you can be sure a visit to Liability Brewing Co. will be an Excellent Adventure and not a Bogus Journey.

We were in the area visiting and wanted to try a local brewery. We loved the beer but were equally impressed with their efforts to keep the entire facility clean and safe for everyone. And staff was friendly and knowledgeable. So pleased we went back a second time during our short stay.
This Sud's for You if...
... you're an eco-conscious beer-lover. Liability is focused on flavor and nearby base and specialty malts—about 90 percent of which come from the Carolinas. Liability believes that if you support your local brewery and can meet the staff, the least they can do is know their maltsters and farmers personally. The brewing process here is as environmentally conscious as you're likely to find: the CO2 produced during fermentation is captured by special equipment, which lowers Liability's CO2 usage, thus its carbon footprint; no animal products outside of honey (which will be noted on any beer containing it) will ever be used in production here; the process of "fining," which is one that uses animal-based additives to create clarity in beer, is omitted; the only additive in any beer is one that reduces gluten for those with sensitivities; and Liability is dairy-free and vegetarian-friendly.
The High-Lites
Life goes by so fast with the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. Sometimes you just need to slam on the brakes, and that’s where Other Lands comes in. Other Lands is a place to slow down, so in the spirit of its purpose, we’re going to make a rule right now that you can’t skim this—and don’t make us set up speed traps. We’ll find a way to use words that like “antidisestablishmentarianism” and “diaminopropyltetramethylenediamine.” Other Lands isn’t like most other breweries in that it’s far more than that. In fact, Other Lands is probably more café than brewery on paper, but boy, does it have the practices of the top breweries in Greenville.
When’s the last time you went to a café that had 15 house-made beers on tap plus another three reserved for Other Lands’ friends around the industry? We’ll answer for you—never. The selection is bonkers for a café, too. Other Lands does not stick to making ever-popular IPAs in 20 different ways, although you will find plenty of them in delicious varieties. On the menu, you’ll see categories like Italian pilsners, Vienna lagers, Berliner weiss sours, porters, stouts, and more. One of the perks of being so many things is that Other Lands can blur the lines between their many hats, which admittedly is an odd analogy, but hang in there. As of the time of writing this piece, Other Lands has a porter they age on chilis with Methodical Coffee. For a bit of a differentiator (yes, we caught you skimming and you know it), order a milkshake IPA or a daiquiri milkshake, if you see either on the menu when you visit. Those’ll have you slow-sipping like a glass of bourbon.
Top 5 Rated Beers
- Glaive Porter - Imperial / Double Coffee
- Drawn From Deep Porter - Imperial / Double Coffee
- Book of Jashar IPA - Imperial / Double New England / Hazy
- Sun House IPA - Imperial / Double Milkshake
- Biophilic Design IPA - Milkshake
Other Lands frequently rotates beers, guest taps, draft cocktails, nitro coffee, and draft— yes, draft—wine, so there’s a world of possibilities you could find during your stay. Along with local draft guests, Other Lands also goes local with Greenville’s Methodical Coffee and Junto Coffee in nearby Taylors. Grab an espresso, hot chocolate, nitro cold brew, or tea, too. The food menu includes a selection of small bites, including their take on cheese sticks, which is mozzarella and garlic butter on ciabatta with a side of marinara sauce. See? We knew it was in your best interest to slow down.
Let’s actually drag that out a bit. Billing itself as a “slow place for fast lives,” Other Lands wants all its offerings to be catalysts for connection among friends and strangers alike, and they want nothing to interrupt those feel-good chemicals from dancing in your brain. To them, bad beer is a distraction and great beer is a tie that binds. A similar approach is taken to the environment. Other Lands is a place for unplugging and unwinding, and everything they do is to “facilitate slow.” Don’t come in expecting to rush or be rushed. Instead, leave the phone at home or at the office and remind yourself of what it’s like to truly connect with others.

I always have so much fun at Other Lands. I will go and sit at the bar to work or just hang out and always end up making a friend, whether it’s staff or someone else there enjoying a coffee/beer. Love the atmosphere!
This Sud's for You if...
... you’re in no hurry. You won’t find a drive-thru or an express line here. Other Lands is the kind of place where they strive to receive attention for how much they take their sweet time. Of course, that doesn’t include service as you’ll receive prompt attention from the moment you walk in, but expect time to begin to crawl by otherwise. Considering the emphasis on making friends from strangers, Other Lands is a pretty good spot for singles looking to make more of a love connection. We can’t think of a better souvenir to pick up while you’re in Greenville.
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