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★ 4.8 (625 reviews)
188 W Main St, Franklin, NC 28734, USAlazyhikerbrewing.comDiscover Lazy Hiker Brewing in Franklin, North Carolina, where Appalachian trails meet craft beers. This brewery, housed in a former town hall and fire department since 2015, offers a charming taproom and a scenic outdoor patio perfect for slowing down and enjoying a great beer. Now with a second location in downtown Sylva, paired with the Mad Batter Kitchen, Lazy Hiker extends its warm welcome. Community is central, with events like live music, trivia nights, and festive releases that reflect every season. Each beer is carefully crafted to accompany hikers and locals alike on every adventure.
Reviewers praise Lazy Hiker Brewing Co. for its welcoming atmosphere, offering non-drinkers options like food trucks and bottled water, as well as amenities like a trail register for hikers. Food and service are also highly regarded.
| Beer | ABV | IBU |
|---|---|---|
| Red Marble Rye Imperial Red Ale | 8.1% | 67 |
| Trail Haze NE IPA | 6.0% | 50 |
| Wesser Evil Porter | 5.8% | 30 |
| Margarita Gose | 5.1% | 13 |
| Amber Amblin | 5.5% | 35 |
| Night Hike | 10.0% | 67 |
| Amber Ale | 5.5% | 24 |
| Springer Fever Pilsner | 6.1% | 40 |
| The Lazy Englishman | 9.1% | 30 |
| Oktoberfest | 5.6% | 28 |
| Trail Candy | 4.7% | 35 |
| Hop Ascent Double IPA | 8.3% | 98 |
| Smokemont Smoked Porter | 6.0% | 30 |
| Needmore Ale | 5.4% | -- |
| Trail Mate Golden Ale | 4.6% | 20 |
| The Rock | 5.2% | 34 |
| Slack Pack IPA | 6.0% | 55 |
| Winter Nutterland | 6.4% | 33 |
| The Darkening | 5.2% | 17 |
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