Cheers!

This week on NC Weekend, toast the new year with Deborah Holt Noel as she visits wineries, distilleries and breweries across the state.

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Burntshirt Vineyards

Henderson County
Producer: Clay Johnson

Burntshirt Vineyards is a popular winery in the Hendersonville area.

Website: burntshirtvineyards.com

End of Days Distillery

New Hanover County
Producer: Jason Frye

End of Days Distillery in Wilmington creates small-batch spirits, including gin, vodka and rum.

Website: eoddistillery.com

Mars Theatre Brewing Company

Madison County
Producer: Clay Johnson

Check out the craft beer scene in Mars Hill, where a local movie theater is now a brewery.

Website: chimneyrockbrewing.net

Queeny's

Durham County
Producer: Miriam McSpadden

Check out the relaxed vibe at Queeny’s in Durham, a downtown bar that welcomes all.

Website: queenysdurham.com

Asheville Breweries Recover from Hurricane Helene

Buncombe County
Producer: Jake Dewey

See how five breweries in Asheville are recovering from Hurricane Helene.

Website: exploreasheville.com