USA, NC: Free Range Brewing to open second location in Charlotte

Free Range Brewing is doubling down on Charlotte, the Charlotte Business Journal reported on November 9.

The craft brewery’s second location is set to open on November 13 at Camp North End, a 76-acre adaptive-reuse project by ATCO Properties & Management and Shorenstein Properties

That family-run brewery got its start in Villa Heights in 2015. It is owned and operated by Jason, Sarah, Jeff and Brittany Alexander.

Free Range has built a following for its small-batch craft beers. Each beer features, on average, 95% locally sourced ingredients.

The Camp North End location will offer a variety of beers, including fan favorites like You’re Everything I Knead, a sourdough IPA, and the Cream of the Crop cream ale.

“Just like our mission and intentions, Camp North End is fostering community, creativity and connections in a purposeful and meaningful way,” says Sarah Alexander, co-owner and community engagement director.

The brewery will serve an extensive wine list and a curated selection of beers from breweries they admire. To-go brews will be available.

The taproom clocks in at 1,544 square feet. It is located in the refurbished building at 301 Camp Road.

The space boasts high ceilings with exposed steel. Original brick walls and a 100-year-old, handcrafted wood-oak bar are focal points.

The space has a pass-through window to the kitchen of neighboring restaurant Leah & Louise, owned and operated by James Beard-nominated chef Greg Collier and his wife and business partner, Subrina Collier.

“When we found out they would be next door to us, our brains got working on how we could collaborate together and build a stronger partnership. We’re working with them to create a special menu from Leah & Louise that will be available to our customers right at the bar,” says Jason Alexander, co-owner of the brewery.

A large, industrial sliding door near the front entrance features a mural of bees designed by local illustrator Dustin Harbin. It was painted by the brewery family, paying homage to their beekeeping practice and passion for protecting bee communities. The side of the brewery also features a colorful mural by local artist Sharon Dowell.

The location has a patio with skyline view.

Opening hours will be Wednesday through Sunday, from 4 p.m. until 11 p.m.

10 November, 2020