Fayetteville, North Carolina, has seen an increase in microbreweries, often referred to locally as ‘Hometown Hops.’ The city now offers several options for those interested in craft beer.
Gaston Brewing Company is located in downtown Fayetteville. It is a veteran-owned nano-brewery and taproom that produces craft beer on-site. The brewery also operates a restaurant. Gaston Brewing has expanded to a second location, Gaston Brewing Taproom, on Chicago Drive. This site includes a production brewery and offers small-batch beers.
Dirtbag Ales is in Hope Mills, near Interstate 95. It is the largest brewery in the area and is also veteran-owned. Dirtbag Ales started in a garage and now has a larger facility. The brewery offers custom IPAs, specialty ales, entertainment, and food trucks…