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Meet the Highland Team: Matt Smith
In today's "Meet the Team" interview, we're delving into the extraordinary world of craft beer & music. Meet Matt Smith, the multi-talented bartender and musician who not only serves up delightful brews but also strikes a chord with the community through his...

Recipe: Gaelic Ale Pretzels & Beer Cheese
By Lindsay Dilley, Merch & POS Coordinator.Gaelic Ale PretzelsPrep: 1.5 hoursBake: 12-14 minutesYields: 12 pretzels or lots of bites Ingredients: 12oz Gaelic Ale1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted2 Tablespoons...

Sand Volleyball in Asheville with Leah Wong
How Asheville’s Original Craft Brewery became the best spot for volleyball in Asheville. How I fell in love with sand volleyball Me, circa 1995-2010: Running around for hours in sweltering summer heat, there’s no shade, and I can’t drink enough water to stay...

Clawhammer Oktoberfest
We have a real teenager on our hands, folks. Our beloved Seasonal Clawhammer Oktoberfest is turning 15 this year, but don’t worry, we doubt this teen will cause any problems. In its 15th year, Clawhammer is just as delicious as ever. Clawhammer Oktoberfest is a...

What is a Cold IPA?
By Megan Rayfield. Highland’s Sensory & Beer Education Specialist Love IPAs but looking for something different? If you’re a hop-head like me, you’ve worked through the west coasts, had all the haziest hazy ipas, and bade farewell to the brut. But fear not,...