Terra Nova Beer Co. will close at the end of the year, Asheville and Swannanoa taprooms to remain open through December

Terra Nova Beer Co., which operates taprooms at 101 S. Lexington Ave. in Asheville and 204 Whitson Ave. in Swannanoa, posted a letter on Facebook on November 24 announcing it will close at the end of the year. The owners described the decision as difficult and driven by sustainability challenges, and they expressed gratitude to employees and patrons who supported the brewery since its opening.

The announcement means both taprooms will remain open to serve beer through the year end while the brewery and owners manage the wind down. The Swannanoa location will end kitchen operations soon, but the space will host scheduled food trucks throughout December to maintain a gathering spot for neighborhood customers and to support local mobile vendors. The owners also encouraged local businesses that need bartenders to reach out as they plan staff transitions and help employees find new opportunities.

For enthusiasts, the closing removes two neighborhood taprooms from the Asheville area craft beer scene and changes options for regulars who relied on Terra Nova for fresh taps, events, and collaborations. Homebrewers and small producers who tapped into Terra Nova as a retail outlet or events partner should take note and explore alternative taprooms or bottle shops for future collaborations and releases. Community groups that used the spaces for meetups or small events will need to find new venues for the new year.

The closure highlights ongoing sustainability pressures on independent breweries, including small operation economics and staffing realities, which matter to hobbyists who follow local brewery health and to brewers who may be considering scaling or opening their own projects. Patrons can support outgoing staff and the local beer community by attending scheduled events through December and by following updates.

More information and any future updates were directed to the brewery website.