, 1756 : The earliest documented brewery in North Carolina. Construction was completed in December, 1756, amd Brother Henrich Feldhausen became the community's distiller and brewer. He remained the brewer/distiller until June 17, 1762. The brewery/distillery produced beer, brandy, and whiskey, and was a log building with a brick chimney.
Source: The archivist at Historic Bethabara park
Author: Well Crafted NC