Second Bryson City brewery to open
The Mountain Layers Brewing Company has begun construction on a seven-barrel craft microbrewery and taproom located on Everett Street in downtown Bryson City.
Once complete, the brewery will feature a family-friendly taproom with bars on two levels, including an outdoor upper deck where you can enjoy handcrafted beer while overlooking downtown Bryson City and the Tuckasegee River.
Co-founders Kim and Mark Pettit found their home in Swain County after 15 years of vacationing in the area. Their relocation to the Swain County from Minnesota came in 2014 by a combination of Kim’s ability to work from home and Mark’s early retirement from 30 years of public service.
Joining them in launching the new brewery is Noah McIntee, who will serve as head brewer and general manager. McIntee comes to Mountain Layers from just down the road in Franklin, where he built and launched Lazy Hiker Brewing Company. Prior to that, McIntee was director of brewing operations for Pearl Street Grill & Brewery in a position overseeing their two brewpubs in downtown Buffalo, New York.
“Mountain Layers is being built on an infectious passion for community and people — two of the core traits that define craft beer culture,” McIntee said. “I’m honored to be working with Mark and Kim in this exciting venture that embraces and explores the many layers of this amazing region.”
There are plans for a grand opening this fall. For more information, contact Mark at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or McIntee at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
