Amazing view, and great space that is so classy and whimsical! We came here for my sister and her…read moreboyfriend's birthday celebration just for the three of us to go. We ended up going on a night that the pirate show was going on. We almost didn't go to the show since our drinks and dinner was already a bit pricey but last minute decided to do it and started with Pirate Bingo then the live music. I have to say I think that was our favorite part of the entire thing was being able to just hang out. Listen to some cool music and dress up and sing along to sea shanties Now I've drank mead at a couple places across NC- my particular taste is primarily sweet and not super dry. I love trying new mead so of course we got flights to try every single one they had. I'm not sure if it's because of the storm, but they only had four different flavors when we went. A seasonal chai one, a reserve one, traditional and a hibiscus one. Personally, all of them were very dry, and some of them were very bitter, but the flavors were definitely great. I just don't know if I could have a whole glass at a time of it. I did end up buying a bottle of the chai because it was very tasty and the flavor was great and not as dry as the traditional- the traditional was still really great flavor because it tasted exactly like a wildflower honey would. I'm not a personal fan of the reserve flavor, but it was extremely smooth and we liked that aspect. The hibiscus just wasn't my type of flavor but I don't usually drink hibiscus flavored things, but wanted to try it anyway. The bottles are a little bit expensive and I guess I should've asked before just saying that I wanted to get one - the chai was about $40 for one bottle which is more than what I'm used to paying for my bottles of mead but I think, considering the circumstances of the storm hitting as well as them needing to make more money I don't mind it as much. I'm trying to support them. I do kind of wish they would've had prices on their menu for bottles as well. Maybe I missed it. The food itself was pretty decent and their french fries were great. I got a pretty basic burger, but it was tasty. The one massive con is that it's just so far into the mountains that it's hard to get to depending on your location and if you go at night, you have to drive down a miserable mountain with a ton of twist and turns, and by the end of leaving, we all were nauseous (I'm used to flatter land over in east Carolina) I also just wanna say that their events they do are awesome and they definitely are worth it. They do also have fireplaces, which were really nice to be able to stay warm, especially when it was kind of chilly out. We had a great time

Great craft ciders, meads and beers along with some excellent food. Fun themed parties as in…read morepirate, Celtic and other game nights and music!

Hickory definitely needed a mead house and Battle Axe is absolutely perfect. Great location not too…read morefar off the downtown square and a fantastic selection of meads from three different meaderies at present. Also a selection of beers, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks for those that may not quite be into mead. Nice, clean environment with a great Nordic feel and Jason was a great host for our group today. If you like mead, you need to check it out. And even if you're just curious about mead, you need to check it out.

Service is amazing! Jason has made this place feel welcoming and relaxing. Coffee house feel, but…read moremead!

Such a great spot. The place feels super inviting and the customer service from David was amazing…read more Everything we tried was so good, but the Pistachio mead was definitely our favorite. So unique and really delicious. If we are ever back in the area, we will for sure be back!

If I could give this place 7 stars I would. Some of the kindest most hospitable people working and…read moreowning this establishment. Not only this the community that comes here is incredible. 15/10 They also had cool medieval fights!

AMAZING people. 1000/10 experience. Literally the sweetest. Everyone should visit! Sabrina and Mike…read moreare wonderful people who get to know their customers. Went here for a bachelorette trip and felt like we were treating like family. Love it so much!!

Beautiful place open/closed pavilion. Wonderful views of the vineyard and mountains. Wines were…read morevery good and mead Sting was yummy. We came in winter so I'm sure it will be a lot busier in the spring summer and fall!!

Fantastic brewery! They have a vast selection with 20 taps. I'd say half are ones they brew and…read morethe other half are rotating guest taps. You can find a beer for every style and taste. Food menu is better than standard bar fare. They also offer wine and mead as well as non-alcoholic options as well. Definitely worth a visit!

This place has atmosphere. The place is clean and the background music is just right loudness. They…read morehave couches you can relax on and enjoy a cold beer. I loved how the staff checked on me and was helpful describing all the beers they had. Cool vibes here. Kitchen is not a full kitchen so the menu is limited but the food is good.

Decided to stop by one random Saturday afternoon before heading out for a hike. This is a quaint,…read moresmall, home brewery operation that offers ample outdoor seating. We enjoyed a two flight tasting experience that allowed us to sample many different options. Leviathan & Wanderer were our favorite sips. The owners were present & super attentive and knowledgeable.

We were camping at Stone Mountain and wanted to go out and explore. We found our way to Williamson…read moreMead and Brewing, on a beautiful country road on a Carolina blue sky afternoon. The tasting room (around back) is comfortable for friends, family, and kids. The meads and ciders (not our normal beverage of choice) were flavorful and not overly sweet. This was a delightful way to spend an afternoon. Thanks for the yard games for the kids! Very friendly staff and a changing table in the restroom!

Windsor Run has become a regular winery for us to visit after hiking as it is one of our favorite…read morewineries in North Carolina. We tried another new muscadine wine this weekend that was released in between our last visit - Plum Crazy - which is a red muscadine wine with plum and edible glitter! It was our favorite wine of the day in our wine flight. Wines We Love: Plum Crazy - Plum muscadine wine. White Sangria - Good fruity sweet wine, perfect for the summer! Crystal Dreams - Strawberry muscadine wine. Cherry Smash - I definitely get tart cherry, not as sweet as the other sweet wines they have, but still enjoyable. Summer Breeze - A nice light sweet white wine. Windsorberry - A nice light sweet blueberry wine. Apple Mead - Apples and cinnamon. Enjoyable, but I have to be in the mood for this one as it is not an everyday wine for me. Snow Cream - Vanilla muscadine wine. You can definitely taste the vanilla, but I really enjoyed sipping on this on a warm day. Another one I have to be in the mood for as it is not an everyday wine for me. Fortified Wines We Love: Midnight Run/Midnight Run Grand Reserve - You can definitely taste the difference in these and we prefer the Grand Reserve, but both are very good. Hillbilly Holiday Honey Moon (This has not been in rotation in awhile, so I'm not sure if it will be made again). They also offer great slushies which can be part of the wine flight. My husband did the distillery tour this time and he really enjoyed the background information plus the samples that he got to try. They give you tips for pairing as well. Service is always great when we come - they are dog friendly! Highly recommend this winery if you are in the area.

The wines weren't really up our alley, but I did purchase a sangria that will be nice with some…read morefresh fruit this summer. There was no option to have a tasting without a souvenir wine glass, which we don't need another one. I would suggest that they have water available especially when drinking wine in the hot summer heat.

Very Pet-Friendly - This was one of our favorite stops. The…read morestaff was relaxed, friendly, and extremely accommodating. Since they serve food--a plus given the remote location--we were able to enjoy a full experience without needing to go elsewhere. We had the option to sit indoors or outdoors and chose the upper outdoor patio to enjoy the live music, while still keeping a comfortable distance so it wouldn't be too loud for Luna. I initially wanted to sit on the lower patio, which had heaters, but it was a bit of a walk to the bar and there weren't other guests down there at the time. When I mentioned being cold, a staff member kindly brought out a personal heater for me, which was a thoughtful touch. Several employees stopped by to chat about Luna--my favorite subject-and we bonded over our shared love for Labradors. The food and wine were both excellent; we even took home a few bottles. The view from this location was stunning--our favorite of the trip. It was the perfect place to sip wine, enjoy the scenery, and relax with our best pup by our side.

They are open!!!!! Enjoy some delicious wines with a view of…read moretable Mountain . The small kitchen puts out some tasty bites. There is private rooms available for rentals for your next corporate get together or bridal shower. Occasionally they have live music on weekends.

So glad we drove up the hill! This is a terrific location. The old structure has been transformed…read moreinto a cozy speak easy. Stephanie provided the best service and brought the experience to life as she described the various Mead flavors, the process and its Viking history. We walked in expecting a one and done but we will so be back for more! You have got to try this place. You won't regret it.

Not what one might necessarily expect in small, rural Wilkesboro, Stardust Taproom combines an…read moreinviting indoor-outdoor space and an array of original, off-kilter wines and meads that challenge and delight. Owner-operator Nick sells his own brand of locally produced (the vineyard and winery is down the road) meads, varietal wines, and blends among and between the two with reasonably priced pours. There's plenty on tap and flights available for sampling along with some guest beers on draft and in bottles. Almost everything on tap can be bottled and taken to go, a nice touch for those who'd like to spread the word or offer a unique gift. There's an indoor, dog-friendly bar, an attached patio, and a large outdoor area with a cornhole set and a pit for a big, crackling fire. The combination of the beverage and the outdoor space around the pit is ideal for a chilly fall or winter night in NC. Local bands play the attached patio on weekends. There's parking in front. T-shirts and other swag available. The host, regulars, and travelers make for great conversation. Check it out if you're local or passing through, but make a reasonable detour even if you're not to this unique and engaging small business.