You don't need to be 21 to check out our Careers and Terms & Conditions
You don't need to be 21 to check out our Careers and Terms & Conditions
There is no longer a need to make reservations, we have returned to walk-in business. Our Back Porch is open weather permitting and light food-offerings are available until 7pm. Our brewery tours are now available daily from 10am to 5pm, and our Gift Shop is open. Additional information in our FAQ.
Interested in an exciting career at Sierra Nevada? Join our team!
Sunday - Thursday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Friday - Saturday 11:00am - 10:00pm
Thursday – Monday*Not Available Tuesday and Wednesday*
Open Every Day – Food available 1:00pm until 7pm
(11am until 8pm on Tuesday & Wednesday)
Tuesday & Wednesday Nights5pm – 7:30pm
Saturday & Sunday2pm – 5pm
Only ADA service animals are allowed inside our dining room. Leashed non-ADA service dogs are allowed on the Back Porch and outside.
Ben Balmer
Our Taproom is open Thursday-Monday and offers a seasonal menu showcasing local farmers and artisans. Indoor dining is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Our Back Porch is open daily, weather permitting, and offers sandwiches, snacks, and 20 beers on tap and many beyond beer offerings! Swing by on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to catch live entertainment and enjoy our walk-up food and drink options serving handheld items like our famous half-pound pretzel with beer cheese.
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* Beers available exclusively at the Mills River Taproom
10oz 8 | crowler 22ABV 12.8, IBU 15
Lemon, oak, bourbon
Hops: Citra
Malts: Wheat malt, unmalted wheat, pale malt
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 4.3, IBU 38
English-style Bitter Ale
Malty, herbal, bready, light
Hops: East Kent Goldings
Malts: Maris Otter, Medium Crystal, Torrified Wheat
10oz 8 | crowler 22
ABV 9.0 , IBU 45
Tropical, juicy, approachable
Hops: Magnum, Crystal, Chinook, Idaho 7, Columbus, Cascade, Mosaic
Malts: Pale malt, Wheat malt, Munich malt
10oz pour 8 | crowler 22
ABV 9.6, IBU 90
Barleywine-style ale
Bittersweet malt, bold hops
Hops: Chinook, Cascade, Centennial
Malts: Two-row Pale, Caramel
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 7.0, IBU 45
Citrus, stone fruit, freshly harvested hops
Hops: Mosaic Fresh Cryo, Citra Fresh Cryo, Simco Fresh Cryo, Citra
Malts: Two-row Pale, Carapils
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 7.9, IBU 48
Irish-style Foreign Export Stout
Espresso, dark chocolate, roasty
Hops: East Kent Goldings
Malts: Maris Otter, Irish pale, flaked barley, caramel, black, roasted barley, coffee malt
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 5.5, IBU 25
Brewed with our friends and neighbors at Gaia Herb
Herbal, citrus, spice
Hops: Tradition, Saaz
Malts: Pale, Munich, Wheat, Unmalted Wheat
Other Ingredients: Milky Oats, Lemon Balm, Elderberries
pint 6 | 1/2 pint 3 | crowler 11 | growler 20 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 6.7, IBU 35
Juicy, creamy, New England style IPA
Hops: Citra, Magnum, Simcoe, Comet, Mosaic, El Dorado
Malts: Two-row Pale, Munich, Oats, Wheat
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 6.5, IBU 35
Hazy IPA
Apricot, tropical fruit, citrus
Hops: Citra, El Dorado, Mosaic, Sterling
Malts: Oats, Two-row Pale, Wheat
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 5.0, IBU 30
International Rice Lager
Rice cake, herbaceous, light citrus, fresh dough
Hops: Magnum, Saphir, Loral
Malts: Pale, Toasted Wheat
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50
ABV 4.6, IBU 20
Nitro Irish Stout
Roasted bread, herbal, creamy mouthfeel, dry finish
Hops: East Kent Golding
Malts: Pale, Roasted Barley, Chocolate Malt
pint 6 | 1/2 pint 3 | crowler 11 | growler 20 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 5.0, IBU 38
The original, classic citrus, pine
Hops: Cascade
Malts: Caramelized malts, Two-row Pale
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 7.7, ABV 45
Double dry-hopped IPA
Hoppy, citrus, tropical fruit, melon
Hops: Amarillo, Chinook, Comet, Citra, Herkules, Idaho 7, Mosaic, Polaris
Malts: Munich, Two-row pale, wheat
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 6.2, IBU 43
Tropical, crisp, golden
Hops: Magnum, Mandarina, Citra, Azacca, Strata
Malts: Two-row Pale
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 4.9, IBU 23
Black Lager
Slight roast, herbal, malty, crisp
Hops: Tradition, Hersbrucker
Malts: Pale, Black
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 8.0, IBU 35
Rye Dunkelweizenbock
Banana, clove, bread crust
Hops: Tradition, Tettnang
Malts: Pale malt, wheat malt, rye malt, munich malt
Brewed on Veteran’s Day with SNBC veteran employees.
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 5.0, IBU 32
Dark fruit, malty, roasty, slightly bitter
Hops: Magnum, Ariana, Tradition
Malts: Maris Otter, Pilsner, Bonlander Munich, Munich II, C-60, Light Chocolate
pint 6 | 1/2 pint 3 | crowler 11 | growler 20 plus 12 for a new bottle
4.6 ABV, IBU 30
Session Hazy IPA
Mango, passion fruit, smooth
Hops: Strisselspalt, Amarillo, Comet, Chinook, Mosaic, Simcoe
Malts: Two-row Pale, Wheat, Oats
pint 6 | 1/2 pint 3 | crowler 11 | growler 20 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 7.2, IBU 70
Pine, mango, cedar, grapefruit
Hops: Crystal, Citra, Magnum
Malts: Caramelized malts, Two-row Pale
pint 6 | 1/2 pint 3 | crowler 11 | growler 20 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 5.5, IBU 7
Sour ale with guava, hibiscus and strawberry
Hops: Cascade
Malts: Two-row Pale, Oats, Wheat
pint 7 | 1/2 pint 3.50 | crowler 13 | growler 24 plus 12 for a new bottle
ABV 6.7, IBU 35
English-style winter warmer
Malty, Caramel, spice, brown sugar
Hops: East Kent Goldings, Chinook
Malts: Maris Otter, Munich, Special X, Biscuit Rye
12oz pour 3 over ice
ABV 0.0, IBU 0
Sparkling hop-infused water
Brewed so you can go 100% on hops and cut everything else: 0% alcohol, 0 calories, 0 carbs, and 0 sugar
Hops: Citra and Amarillo
10oz 7
ABV 7.0 (GF)
Served over ice, lemon wheel
10oz 7 | 12oz can 7 (Back Porch)
ABV 7.0 (GF)
Served over ice, salt rim, mint
10oz 7
ABV 7.0 (GF)
Served with an Orange Wedge
glass 11
Combinations of citrus, white peach, and apple flavors, balanced by a bit of subtle oak, spice and bright acid.
glass 10
Light-bodied with notes of fresh cut grass and tropical fruits and a touch of citrus minerality
glass 8
Fruity, with bright apple and pear overtones. Crisp acidity, smooth finish.
glass 9
Delicate aromas of green apples and white flowers. Fresh notes of pears, apple, and citrus with a bright dry finish
glass 9
Elegant and refreshing with a subtle, fruit-forward bouquet followed by layers of delicate berry flavors.
glass 11
Aromas of boysenberry, cherry, and sweet tobacco are followed by flavors of raspberry, blackberry, and cherry. The 2019 vintage presents fine tannins and balanced acidity.
glass 9
Fruit intensity - think green apple, green pear, white peach - followed by a strong mineral presence and balanced by fresh acidity and smooth body
glass 12
Well integrated oak and silky tannins, and sweet notes of dark fruit and vanilla are met with flavors of toast and tea in the mid palate. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon with 5% Petite Sirah gives essence of layered spice, clove and pepper
bottle 40
Crafted in the traditional méthode champenoise. The secondary fermentation process balances the acidity and highlights the notes of lemon, apple, and pear.
bottle 60
Rich and robust, this Sonoma County Bordeaux-style wine is a blend of 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 26% Cabernet Franc. Barrel aged in French and American oak barrels for 18 months creates layered, velvety tannins that linger on the palate.
750 mL bottle 20
ABV 11.4, IBU 40
Silky smooth and full of flavor, this beer is a blend of our Barrel-Aged Ovila Abbey Dubbel and Barrel-Aged Ovila Abbey Brown Ale with Mandarins and Cocoa. With a deep mahogany color, the beer is rich with flavors of molasses and brown sugar, with a hint of orange and a distinct dried fruit character from a year spent in brandy barrels.
Menu subject to change without prior notice
Since we began brewing in 1980, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has relied on our natural environment and local people to influence our direction. The Taproom remains true to those values by purchasing from various farmers every year, encouraging earth-conscious methods from our purveyors and maintaining sustainable practices in our kitchen and at our onsite estate gardens.
Our menu is designed to showcase local farmers and food artisans vital to a healthy food system. By only using seasonal ingredients produced close to home, everyone benefits. Our kitchen sources the finest produce, poultry, meat, dairy and cheeses from the region, and our menu changes frequently to mirror changing seasons and availability of products.
The certified organic Kitchen Garden you see out back, along with our Estate Garden, helps augment our kitchen with the freshest produce possible. We maximize the gardens’ sustainable production using compost produced on site, creating a seamless loop that minimizes our environmental impact. Additionally, we bake all of our breads in house, preserve vegetables and practice whole animal utilization to minimize waste.
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Hand-cut fries
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Hand-cut fries, Pale Ale beef gravy, Ashe County cheese curds, Estate herbs
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
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Crispy boudin sausage balls, Cajun remoulade, pepper jelly
Allergens: Gluten, Egg, Soy, Seafood (Worcestershire)
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Torpedo, sharp cheddar, pimentos, Bavarian pretzel
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
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~Torpedo hot sauce, blue cheese, celery
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Soy, Egg
~Ginger soy glaze, sriracha aioli, pickled carrots, scallions, sesame seeds
Allergens: Gluten, Eggs, Soy, Sesame
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Mediterranean olives, Peruvian peppers, garlic
Allergens: None of the major allergens
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Rosemary spiced cashews & walnuts
Allergens: Tree Nuts
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Grassfed beef, capers, herbs, Bigfoot aioli, quail egg, crostini
Allergens: Gluten, Egg, Soy
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Roasted local beets, Goat Lady whipped chevre, microgreens, champagne vinegar, smoked olive oil, crostini
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
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Sunny Little Thing poached shrimp, avocado, pretzel croutons, shaved parmesan reggiano, romaine lettuce, diablo Caesar dressing
Allergens: Dairy, Soy, Egg, Seafood, Gluten, Shellfish
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Local roasted sunchokes, confit cipollinis, arugula, goat lady chevre,
toasted walnuts, balsamic glaze, walnut oil
Allergens: Tree Nut, Dairy (Goat)
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Chef’s selection of local roots, Ginger, Lemon, & Hibiscus Kombucha glaze, almonds
Allergens: Tree Nuts (Vegan)
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Peperoni, house Italian sausage, mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy
Vegan mozzarella available for 1 extra
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Roasted cauliflower, potato, rosemary pecan pesto, Ashe County cheddar, mozzarella
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Tree Nut
Vegan mozzarella available for 1 extra
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Featuring toppings from our brewery garden, local farms, and artisans
Allergens: Gluten, ask about additional allergens
Vegan mozzarella available for 1 extra
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Beer jam, coriander gremolata, malted sea salt, house-made sourdough
Allergens: Gluten
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Pale Ale gravy, Goodnight Brothers country ham, crawfish, buttermilk biscuits, crispy leeks, microgreens
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Shelfish
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Sea island peas, carolina gold rice, blackened smiling hara tempeh, pickled okra and red onions
Allergens: Soy
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Local apples and sausage stuffed quail, butternut squash puree, balsamic
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Egg
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6oz Porter and coffee marinated Hickory Nut Gap Farms beef, parsnip puree, sweet potato, walnut, brown butter
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Tree Nuts, Seafood (Worcestershire in Marinade)
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Roasted half chicken, pozole verde, jicama slaw, queso fresco, pepitas
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy
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Brasstown Beef, Ashe County cheddar, burnt onion mayo, bread & butter pickles, shaved red onion
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Egg, Soy
+ extra smash patty | 3
+ Heritage Farms bacon | 3
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Benton’s bacon and tomato jam, smoked cheddar crumble, Estate herbs
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
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Cream cheese Bavarian, spiced local honey cake, walnut crunch, Porter caramel sauce
Allergens: Tree Nuts (Walnut), Egg, Dairy, Gluten
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Sumac roasted local strawberries, white chocolate custard, shortbread crumble
Allergens: Dairy, Egg, Gluten
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Chocolate Stout cake, citrus curd, mandarin gel, spiced candied pecans
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Eggs, Soy, Tree Nuts
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Brasstown beef, cheddar, potato bun, house cut fries
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Egg
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All-beef hot dog, potato bun, house cut fries
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Sesame
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House made cheese sauce, bread crumbs, seasonal fruit
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
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Mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
Vegan mozzarella available for 1
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Pepperoni, mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
Vegan mozzarella available for 1
~Fountain Pepsi Products
~Sweet & Unsweet Tea
~Waynesville Soda Jerks: Apple Rosemary, Raspberry Cream, Blueberry Basil, Strawberry Rhubarb
~Hop Splash - Sparkling hop-infused water brewed so you can go 100% on hops and cut everything else: 0% alcohol, 0 calories, 0 carbs, and 0g sugar
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. **Food prepared in our kitchen may contain nuts. **menu subject to change and availability**
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*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry,
seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of
foodborne illness.
**Food prepared in our kitchen may contain nuts.
Menu subject to change without prior notice
Only available from the Back Porch Bar from 1pm to 7pm Daily
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Mediterranean olives, Peruvian peppers, garlic
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy
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Sharp cheddar, pimentos, kettle chips
Allergens: Dairy, Soy, Egg
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Beer nuts, caramel and cheddar kettle popcorn, pretzels
Allergens: Tree Nuts, Gluten, Dairy
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Snap-o-Razzo pork & beef frankfurter, Pale Ale chili, smoked cheddar, diced
onion, potato roll
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Sesame
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Snap-o-Razzo jalapeno wiener, hoppy pickle de gallo, queso fresco, potato roll
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Sesame
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Smiling hara tempeh, quinoa, edamame, baby chickpeas, estate greens, pickled carrots & onions, ginger lemon kombucha vinaigrette, spicy vegan mayo - Vegan
Allergens: Soy, Seasame
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4<br/Soba noodles, local vegetables, sesame and ginger dressing
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Snap-o-Razzo pork & beef frankfurter, potato roll
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy, Sesame
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Menu subject to change without prior notice
Available Tuesday & Wednesday 11am to 8pm
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Pale Ale slow roasted brisket, caramelized onions, provolone cheese sauce, jalapeno aioli, house bun
Allergens: Dairy, Soy, Egg, Gluten, Seafood
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Smiling Hara tempeh, quinoa, edamame, baby chick peas, Estate greens, pickled carrots & onions, Ginger Lemon Kombucha vinaigrette, spicy vegan mayo
Allergens: Soy, Sesame
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Winter squash hummus, roasted garlic, pickled vegetables, crostini
Allergens: Sesame, Gluten
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Snap-o-Razzo pork & beef frankfurter, Pale Ale chili, smoked cheddar, diced
onion, potato roll
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten, Egg
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Snap-o-Razzo jalapeno pork & beef wiener, hoppy pickle de gallo, queso fresco, potato roll
Allergens: Gluten, Egg, Dairy
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Half pound pretzel with SNBC mustards, add Torpedo IPA pimento beer cheese for 4 Allergens: Gluten, Dairy
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Mediterranean olives, Peruvian peppers, garlic
Allergens: None
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Sharp cheddar, pimentos, kettle chips
Allergens: Dairy, Soy, Egg
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Beer nuts, caramel and cheddar kettle popcorn, pretzels
Allergens: Tree Nuts, Gluten, Dairy
Kettle Chips | 2
Pasta Salad | 4
Cavatappi, local vegetables, baby kale, sweet potato chipotle vinaigrette
Allergens: Gluten
Cup of Fruit | 3
Kid Dog | 8
Snap-o-Razzo pork & beef frankfurter,
potato roll
Allergens: Gluten, Dairy
Chocolate dipped vanilla bean cheesecake 5
Allergens: Eggs, Dairy, Gluten, Soy
Menu subject to change without prior notice
We’re tucked into the forest, so make the most of this escape. Choose from a variety of beers on tap, sample Southern-inspired plates, relax with friends, and explore our nature trail.
Heavy on hops, that was always the brewery plan. So in 1980, we loaded Pale Ale up with Cascade—a new hop at the time named after the mountain range—and the intense aromas of pine and citrus sparked the American craft beer revolution.
Dive DeeperOur guided tours remain closed at this time, however self-guided tours are available on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 9pm.
Catch live music inside or, when the weather’s right, jam to bands in the outdoor amphitheater. Keep tabs on festivals and other brewery fun.
100 Sierra Nevada Way
Mills River,NC28732United States
1 (828) 708-6242 millsrivertaproom@sierranevada.com
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