Asheville Breweries That Flooded & How To Help

This article highlights 8 breweries in Asheville that were heavily impacted by Hurricane Helene. It includes information on donating where applicable. Donations of any size add up!

Several Asheville breweries remain closed due to extensive damage sustained during Hurricane Helene. These breweries were situated in flood-prone areas, including the River Arts District, Biltmore Village, and along the French Broad River.

This article shares details on how to donate to those that remain affected, and the happy news that Wedge Studios and Hi-Wire (Biltmore Village) have since reopened.

If you want a list of open breweries, see our regularly updated guide to Asheville breweries. It provides the most up-to-date information on each brewery’s status.

Breweries In Asheville Flooded By Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Update: Wedge At Wedge Studios was flooded by Hurricane Helene waters, but they reopened on 10/31 and are now open daily.


Hurricane Update: Hi-Wire’s Biltmore Village location was damaged by flooding from Hurricane Helene but they were able to reopen on November 1, 2024.


Hurricane Update: Unfortunately, New Origin’s brewery was completely destroyed by floodwaters. You can support them in these challenging times through their gofundme.


Hurricane Update: Hi-Wire’s River Arts District location was heavily damaged by Hurricane Helene. You can support them at their South Slope location. It’s open daily from 1pm to 6pm with draft beer and to-go beer.


Hurricane Update: Wedge Brewery At Foundation received massive damage when Hurricane Helene came through. Their other River Arts location did too, but their downtown location was spared.


Hurricane Update: Cursus Keme was completely destroyed by Hurricane Helene. They have a GoFundMe set up to raise funds for their next steps.


Hurricane Update: Hillman Beer suffered significant flooding and damage during the storm. They are raising money to support staff during the rebuilding process.


Hurricane Update: Zillicoah sustained significant damage to its building and equipment. They are raising money to support their rebuilding efforts.


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