Sycamore Brewing released a brand-new suite of cans today brewed in its recently completed $2.5 million-dollar production facility and cannery in the North End neighborhood of Charlotte, N.C.
Since opening in 2014, Sycamore has produced over 260 unique beers and recognized growth surpassing 200% annually. The brewery’s new North End production facility, completed in less than eight months, brews on an automated, 42 barrel, 4 vessel, North American-made brewhouse. Sycamore’s flagship beers will include Southern Girl Blonde, Countryside IPA, High Tide Wheat, and Sun Grown Fresh Craft Lager, the winner of a prestigious ‘Great American Beer Festival’ medal.
CANtopia, the public launch event for the brewery’s cans, will take place on Friday, July 7, 2017 at Sycamore’s Hawkins Street location. Co-owner, Sarah Brigham, describes the event as, “All of Sycamore’s staple events wrapped in one –a music festival, food truck rally and a can launch – basically a big celebration!”
Sycamore’s new cans are now available in grocery stores across Charlotte. Sycamore plans to focus exclusively on the local market for the next 12 months before expanding across North Carolina and over state lines. Looking ahead, co-owner Justin Brigham, emphasizes the need to, “Work strategically to ensure Sycamore’s ongoing success in an increasingly competitive market.”