Bring a six-pack to Christmas dinner to keep everyone happy

What are you bringing to Christmas dinner this year? There’s always wine or even a dessert — but I’m thinking a growler of beer or a six-pack from a local brewery will make everyone’s day. 

That’s why at Arth Real Estate Group we wanted to drop the full list of local breweries in front of you as a reminder to support local and small businesses this holiday season. Bring something merry for the whole family to enjoy while also doing your civic duty by shopping in Wilmington. Don’t forget to check the brewery websites for merch too — another great last-minute gift!

Front Street Brewery

(9 N. Front St., Wilmington)

Front Street Brewery is Wilmington’s oldest and it has one of the biggest bourbon bars in the state. Also home to the amazing chicken nachos and fun seasonal brews.

New Anthem Beer Project

(116 Dock St., & 110 Greenfield St., Wilmington)

There are new beer releases each week at New Anthem, so there is always something new to try as the brewery artists keep experimenting with a mission to bring flavor-centric beers to the community.

Flytrap Brewing

(319 Walnut St., Wilmington’s Brooklyn Arts District)

Lovers of American and Belgian ales will love trying anything by brewer Mike Barlas at Flytrap, who is one of the many homebrewers turned professional in town. 

Edward Teach

(604 N. Fourth St., Wilmington’s Brooklyn Arts District)

Located in a refurbished firehouse in the Brooklyn Arts District, each beer is inspired by North Carolina pirate Blackbeard (or Edward Teach as he is known locally.) One of the favorites to try is the Devil’s Son IPA, an India pale ale with an intense 6.5% ABV. 

Ironclad Brewery

(115 N. Second St., Wilmington)

Find a little bit of everything at Ironclad’s beautiful events space, including some of their own hard seltzers. 

Waterline Brewing Co.

(721 Surry St., Wilmington)

Tucked underneath the iconic Cape Fear Memorial Bridge, Waterline is one of Wilmington’s flagship breweries. Try one of their staples, like their Oatmeal Stout, or try something from the list of new, rotating brews.

Mad Mole Brewing

(6309 Boathouse Road, Wilmington)

Co-workers joined forces to create Mad Mole in 2017 — the area’s favorite solar-powered brewery. Putting their science backgrounds to good use, this team of brewers utilizes the sun to brew their beer.

Flying Machine

(3130 Randall Parkway, Wilmington)

More than a dozen beers are on the current to-go menu and even more are on tap. Flying Machine is taking old world approaches and recipes and creating beers with new technology.

Wrightsville Beach Brewery

(6201 Oleander Drive, Wrightsville Beach)

These brews and their crisp and cool labels have quickly become staples at local bottle shops and even some grocery stores. Try out WBB’s Amber Airlie Ale, the Pompano Porter, the Wilmywood Wit, or an Oysterman Stout.

Waterman’s Brewing

(1610 Pavillion Place, Wrightsville Beach)

Celebrating all those who work and play in the waterway, Waterman’s has one of North Carolina’s most well-known brews on tap — Bob High. Be sure to grab a growler here with new beers released each month.

Bill’s Brewing Co.

(4238 Market St., Wilmington)

There are six flagship beers that keep people coming to Bill’s Brewing, plus seasonal beers and plenty of volleyball and trivia.

Broomtail Craft Brewery and The Sour Barn

(6404 Amsterdam Way and 7211 Market St., Wilmington)

Broomtail Craft Brewery was ahead of its time, setting up shop in Ogden before the area saw a boom in craft beers. Broomtail opened a second location dedicated to sour beers on Market Street several years later – The Sour Barn. Their Galloping Gose is a classic sour beer that pairs well with all sorts of locally fried seafood.

Good Hops Brewing

(811 Harper Ave., Carolina Beach)

Sunshine, Carolina Beach, and a disc golf course are only made better at Good Hops Brewing by their flagship brews. Their Flip Hop IPA is a local hit.

Panacea Brewing Co.

(4107 Oleander Drive, Wilmington)

OK, so not just beer, but Wilmington has its own kombucha brewery at Panacea Brewing Co. Along with their growlers of kombucha, try out their elderberry syrup, fire cider, and more.

Skytown Beer

(4712 New Centre Drive, Wilmington)

The husband-wife duo behind Skytown brings years of beer making, hospitality, and culinary experience from New York City plus a passion for their award-winning barbecue sauce. Their Dreamsicle Milkshake IPA made with real vanilla and orange is a local favorite.

Wilmington Brewing Company

(824 S. Kerr Ave., Wilmington)

With its adjoining homebrew supply shop, Wilmington Brewing Company has inspired a generation to pick up the craft as a hobby, but mostly it has inspired Wilmingtonians to fall more in love with whatever is on tap. Their fall release each year of their pumpkin pie ale always sells out, but mainly locals obsessive over their Kitten Biscuit IPA, Blair’s Breakfast Stout, and their Tropical Lightning IPA that all come in beautiful minimalistic cans.

Makai Brewing Company

(5850 Ocean Highway, Ocean Isle Beach)

Brunswick County gem Makai Brewing Company is bringing the good vibes of Hawaii to local beaches with their popular Carolina Tropical IPA with pineapple and mango and the Nightingale Coffee Porter made with real Kona coffee beans.

Salty Turtle Beer Co.

(103 Triton Lane, Surf City)

Veteran-owned and operated, Salty Turtle turned heads when it was the first brewery in North Carolina to use biodegradable material to bind packs of beer. Plus, proceeds from some brews help out the neighboring turtle hospital. Be sure to grab this beer for sea turtle-loving friends.