The only thing that causes "Mother Earth" beer to stand out from all other normal beer is the high faulting name, and the high price to buy. The bartenders are snobby. I can buy two beers from the bar down the street for the price of one beer at Mother Earth. What a major crock! read more

There is a brewery and a distillery. Great beers. I had a porter that was rich and foamy. Very good. The distillery makes two types of gin; dry and botanical. It also makes two whiskeys. I did a taste test of all four and I have to say they all were good. read more

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Great service from the time we walked in to the check out! The bartender is very knowledgeable and we loved all the beers she recommended! read more

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Better at serving attitude than beer. Decided to stop in with my parents and family dog but unfortunately, our visit was cut short by a very rude encounter with the bartender. After she served our beers she abruptly informed us that our well-behaved family dog wasn't allowed. Even though she has been welcome on our previous visits, their yelp page clearly states "dogs allowed" and there was no signage or notice before being served. Instead of handling the situation with any professionalism, she told us we had to leave, or sit outside. As if it wasn't bad enough that it was almost 100 degrees outside... the outdoor area was filthy! We completely understand if pets aren't allowed, but there's a respectful way to communicate that. Making customers feel completely unwelcome is great hospitality! We won't be returning. read more

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Really nice facility! Plenty of comfy booths to sit at, or high tops, bar stools, and outside during the warmer days. Lots of beers to choose from, but IPAs and Silent Night seem to be the specialty. Service was what I like from a brewery: there when you need them, not there when you don't. Beer was really good. Definitely recommend! read more

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Love it, love it, love it. They've done so much for the local community AND have some of my favorite beers. Now they've expanded to gins and other spirits. Employees are quick to take your order and not leave you standing at the end of the bar waiting awkwardly. We often time go out of our way to stop by MEB. Well worth the trip. read more

We have always visited Mother Earth with our dog and had no problems. This week we were served beers and asked to leave with our dog or go outside to their Nasty, dirty patio area in 98 degree temperatures. No thank you we'll find other breweries to visit with our family, friends and Dog! By the way check your Yelp page Mother Earth as it clearly states that in fact you do allow dogs. Shame on you! Maybe consider a No Dogs Allowed sign on your front and back door also. read more

I really enjoyed the Alpenglow, a hazy ipa. Hubby had the Endless Kolsh which was pretty basic. No food available so we grabbed pizza and brought it in. We were surprised there wasn't really many people there on a Friday night. I would have loved to try a flight but bartender seemed busy with just locals inside. Just one guy working so this must be the norm. Bartender was friendly when we were served. They also had some pretty good live music! They also have a whole merch section with very reasonable prices. Inside bar area was pretty nice, but bathrooms were not great. Def not a top destination but I would come back for good beer if back in town. read more

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For a small town like Kinston, this is a great brewery. The taproom has a lot of seating inside. Large bar area, also with other seating. The beer menu is large and has a hell of a variety. I enjoyed bourbon barrel stout. If you have someone who is not into beer, then they do have some wine by the glass. No table service, at least not when I was there. You have to go to the bar and get your drink. No food here but I did notice some customers getting food delivered while they enjoyed their drinks. I'm not going to claim this place is kid friendly, but there were families with kids here. It is a casual atmosphere. If you love beer and live or traveling to Kinston, then I would highly recommend. read more

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Had a solid time here at Mother Earth. Stopped here with a friend after a round of golf at Cutter Creek. The place is nice and spacious. Well decorated and vibrant! Grabbed a flight of brews and enjoyed chatting with the bartender. Grabbed a Mother Earth Rye Whiskey to try at home. All in all a very chill good time! read more

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Whenever we go to Mother Earth we always bring our dog. Today we walked in, started to sit down and we were immediately told that dogs are no longer allowed inside and we must sit outside on the patio. Really, it is North Carolina in the summer, in the 90's and no shade. They could at least have the decency to post it on their Facebook page or website so we would have known before we traveled up from New Bern. I double checked afterwards and both still say pet friendly and there were no recent posts about the change. Needless to say, we left immediately and will not return again. Hope the rule change (most likely to satisfy one grumpy customer) is worth the loss of business. It seems others are just as disappointed. read more

Delicious craft beer selection with great varieties to please all craft beer palettes, from sours, to Sercy Hard Water, to ales, lagers and their annual release Silent Night Imperial Porter. Bring your own food and enjoy a delicious cocktail. read more

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Definitely try this new item. KAYA. I wasn't in the mood for alcohol so I tried this hemp huckleberry lime. Super chill experience. When I was there they had it in the vending. If not just ask at the bar. read more

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This was a great find after eating at a local restaurant. You can either sit at the bar or sit at a table and you can bring in your own food. There is an outdoor sitting area that is really nice, it's like a patio with couch and chair seating. They have a large variety of beer, everything from sours to stouts to IPA. They will not fill your growler but you can purchase theirs and bring it back for a refill at a discount. I believe they had some cans for sale in another room but I did not see what they had available. Staff was friendly and the prices were pretty standard. read more

Great place, fun and inviting atmosphere, good beers and ciders, and an abundance of choices. Staff is really friendly, too. Worth the drive from Greenville, for sure! read more

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Charming set up. Great beer. Perfect place for parties or meet ups. And let's not forget that date night.

If there is a troika of must-stops for replenishment in Kinston, this would be one of them. Well, if you're like me, you already made your reservation at Chef and the Farmer well before you come to Kinston, then the inevitable question becomes, "What else do you do in Kinston?" Come here is the short answer. It's a short block from Chef, and en route is The Boiler Room, the more casual venture that Vivian Howard and her husband Ben Knight opened that happens to serve beers from Mother Earth Brewing. That's frankly where Jamie W. and I tasted their beers, and they were perfect on a balmy Eastern North Carolina afternoon. There to wet my whistle, I had the $5 Weeping Willow Wit. It had a crisp tartness due to the bitter orange peel and fresh coriander that infuses the flavor (photo: http://bit.ly/1QxgkVz). Later, as we were devouring a Butterbean Burger, we shared a $5 Park Day beer, this one more of a light-bodied Pilsner (photo: http://bit.ly/1cUE2bS). Our server Abby was kind enough to give us some tastings of more Mother Earth brews such as Sisters of the Moon and Endless River (photo: http://bit.ly/1IDNv2H). Once we made it to the brewery itself, I was surprised that the bar had more of a rustic urban vibe that provides quite a contrast to the rest of the town (photo: http://bit.ly/1eedBiQ). The casual outdoor lounge is very inviting with red lounging chairs (photo: http://bit.ly/1GGLO7b). Y'all come now, y'hear. read more

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It doesn't get much better than this! A hidden jewel in Kinston...gold beer, great people, fun atmosphere. Awesome tours. Don't miss it! The beer was a little more expensive than I thought it would be. $4.50 for something that is made ON SITE. I thought that was a little strange. I also think their tour should end with a tasting like most other breweries/wineries I have been to. But the beer is so good that it still gets 5 stars! read more

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What a nifty place! High ceilings, a huge wraparound bar, antique wood floors, and a friendly bartender welcomed us to the vast downtown brewery. Our witbier and pineapple ale were so refreshing! We enjoyed them on the back patio where the kids played with blocks and games thoughtfully provided by Mother Earth. The only quibble was that there were no juices or non-alcoholic drinks for kids that day other than water. We will absolutely be back should our travels bring us to Kinston again, and we'll keep an eye out for Mother Earth when shopping for brews! read more

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Great spot for casual get together. Wonderful selection of craft beers. Staff were friendly and outgoing. Took a tour, and saw there sustainable brewing pratuces, finished at the tap room tasting there craft beers. read more

Mother Earth Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Kinston, North Carolina

I'm perplexed by the negative reviews. There were four of us, and we loved the tap room, the tour, the outside area, and the beer. The bartender was not that great; he wasn't rude but wasn't friendly either and couldn't answer some basic questions about their beer. Other than that, we spent a few hours here and had a great time. It's a huge space with a large bar area that is stylish, bar top tables along the walls, leather couches and seats along the opposite wall (which were so comfortable). The building is also great - vintage! Tired of the scene inside? Go outside to their back patio and sit in their comfortable seating out there, or play one of their many yard games they have out there. Side note: their corn hole boards need to be repainted, and the bean bags need to be replaced as we barely found enough to play the game. The tour was informative, interesting, and thorough. The place is spotless and they were cleaning the entire time we were in there. The thing we thought was odd, is they offer no samples of the beer. We've been on numerous brewery tours, and there are always samples. The random old school slide inside the brewery is very fun, so plan on taking a moment to slide down! The gift shop is perfect. Not too much, not too little, and not over-priced. Stay at Mother Earth Lodge while you're there so you can easily walk to and from the brewery. read more

Was driving home from a long weekend on the coast and thought we'd swing by Mother Earth and get some stuff to go. We ordered ahead online and called when we got there to pick it up. They were unfortunately out of one of the beers we had ordered online the day before but were able to get us something different instead. Someday I'd love to check out their space, it looks pretty epic and their beer & seltzer are excellent. Highly recommend checking them out if you're nearby! read more

Mother Earth holds a special place in my heart. It's always the first and last stop on a trip to The Chef and The farmer. Normally drinks inside before dinner l and then drinks and cigars after out on the patio after dinner. Their beers are wonderful and tours of the brewery and distillery are entertaining. Ambiance inside and out is great. There is ample seating outside, but inside can be a little limited other than the bar, especially on the weekends. Bartenders are always friendly and helpful. They have a great knowledge of their beers and always offer great suggestions. Their kolch is probably one of my favorites as it's an easy beer to drink. read more

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A great little brewery that has really integrated itself into reviving Kinston. I have always loved their beers, but after going on the brewery tour, I learned so much about what a thoughtful and intentional company it is. DEFINITELY go on the brewery tour, it's free and you get your learn on! Not only learning about beer, but about what a great company Mother Earth is! The atmosphere is chill and they have a great outdoor space set up. The beers are great, and there are several delicious restaurants close by. Definitely worth a visit! Cheers! read more

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I will begin this review by saying I haven't been to Mother Earth since I left North Carolina 4 years ago. However, Mother Earth is the standard to which I hold every single brewery I have been to since then, and that is a number that is probably a bit too high... What drew me in was the excitement of a brewery that was as environmentally friendly and was the next city over as I lived in Goldsboro. I was honestly a little intimidated the first time I walked in, it seemed very proper. For a small town in North Carolina, it just didn't seem to fit. But alas, I sat down and had a beer and the rest was history. The more I visited the more I fell in the love with their amazing beer and the great people that worked there. Although my favorite beer in the entire world Old Neighborhood is no longer being brewed (what a shame for those who missed it) they still have a line-up that boasts some of the most flavorful and sometimes incredibly complex and delicious beers I have ever had. I have travelled the nation and the world and nothing will ever come close to competing with their beer and business. Mother Earth is one of the great things about Kinston. From the people that work there to the beer they produce and the love for their town, I couldn't implore you anymore to visit Mother Earth. Grab a few beers or a bottle of liquor and enjoy the beautiful North Carolina weather for me! read more

Mother Earth Brewing - My Grooms cake was an Old Neighborhood bottle!! To bad it tasted like red velvet... - Breweries Near Me - Kinston, North Carolina

I was in town for my daughter's softball tournament. I decided to go to the brewery while the ladies got ready for dinner. The beer was great. I had my 4 yo with me. No one batted an eye. Folks actually wanted to interact with him. Great atmosphere and I like the beer garden. Love the zero carbon footprint. read more

Beers = Meh... Facility & Equipment = Top Notch... Tasting Room = Trendy, Very Nice... Service = Poor... Tour & Guide = Great, Knowledgable, Informative... Cleanliness = Super Clean... Distillery = Very Cool... Gin = Outta This World... ( no pun intended ) Over all a good experience. Worth a trip out for sure! Would have given higher marks and I'm hoping it was just an off day - but the poor service killed it. read more

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This is the probably the best brewery experience I have ever had. If you have time, ask for a tour. We had a lovely one, got to try samples of their whiskey and gin, as well as learn a whole lot of cool history about beer! The tap room is also a nice open space with some outdoor seating as well. I had a flight so I could try a bunch of different beers and had a blast. Definitely stop on by here if you're passing through. read more

Mother Earth Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Kinston, North Carolina

Had no idea this place was out here. Wish it was closer by. Very unique inside decor- more like a club than a brewery. The beer was delicious though and the space was quite big. I'll have to come back for a tour. Its a great hangout for the locals read more

Mother Earth Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Kinston, North Carolina

I love Mother Earth brews! I love being able to visit Chef and the Farmer or Boiler Room and then come here. The TShirts are really cool. The samplers are a lot of Fun! Love all that! What I am not as crazy about... The decor doesn't really match the vibe. The staff isn't super friendly. I've been to other breweries that seem to still come across small, even after they are big. They welcome you and get passionate about their beer, like they are letting you in on a secret.... Congrats you've found the best micro brew in the US. That's just not the style of Mother Earth. No big deal, it's still great beer and the only place of its kind in Kinston, but I didn't give 5 stars for that. It's good beer and a good time. Just not a Wow experience. read more

Got a 6 of the long weekend a couple years ago from a gas station in Kinston on the way home from the beach and I finally made it to their brewery today I consider myself a very avid craft beer drinker so I was super excited. The brewery is super nice and roomy. Most comfy bar I have ever sat at. The dude working the bar wasnt rude but he wasn't exactly approachable. My gf and I got 2 flights of beer to try the majority of what they have. my gf liked the whiskey sour but I honestly wasn't a fan of any of their IPAs that I had. It could have been my taste buds but I thought they all tasted the same and were kinda bland. They have one that they consider" juicy" and it was anything but. Maybe im just spoiled by the top notch craft breweries here in Richmond because it just wasn't any to write home about. read more

Staff more interested in drinking and hanging out with friends instead of serving customers.

We came here to kill sometime before dinner at CATF. I'm admittedly not a big beer person so my review is more about space and service. Our server was not very friendly when we arrived. She seemed much more interested in chatting with her regulars and looked at us outsiders with a combination of disdain and annoyance. She kind of warmed up to us over our stay at the bar (maybe an hour) but it was a little bit "too little too late". I had a flight so I could try a few different beers. It was on the pricey side but the beers were pretty good. The space is interesting. It has a surprising amount of neon for a Southern brewery in a small town Carolina historic store front. The outside beer garden looked like it had potential but no one was out there during our visit. Last but not least, there is a gift shop next door. They have some t-shirts and posters and things like that. read more

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Overall: Quality beers and spirits. Cool downtown building with character and an informative tour. The tasting room is a little lame. They were going for a modern look with a lot of seating, which I guess works for a crowd. However, it just comes off as a little empty, and it seems to be missing something. Okay, a whole lot of something. They do have a decent outside area on the back with cushioned seats, ladder ball, corn hole, and space heaters. It's too bad that on a chilly day, the space heaters were not working as the bartender said the propane tanks were empty. Come on, guys. That's an easy fix. The bartender was attentive and gave my wife a new drink when she didn't like the first. They do have wine in the tasting room for those who don't drink beer, but it's from Yadkin Valley. In other words, don't order it. I was disappointed that they didn't offer their spirits in the tasting room since I really dig their gin. If you are into collecting things, check out their merchandise. They have nice, soft shirts with novel designs. Cool for a one-time experience, but I wouldn't make the trip more than once just for the physical location. Buying their beers and drinking them will suffice. read more

Very cool place, will definitely go again! Great vibe and great beer took the tour which was great and free! Sat outside and drank a beer with my family and chatted with locals. Very friendly atmosphere. They have growlers and we took several home so we could enjoy more beer at home! We enjoyed the Dark Cloud, Black Beards Booty! Go, take the tour and try the beer! read more

First and foremost, excellent beer and great service. My husband and I both did tastings and the bartender was friendly and happy to talk to us about the beers and the brewery. I prefer dark beers and really love the flavor and depth of the Silent Night. Second, wow, the space was not exactly what I expected! The outside has a great large space for bar games and chilling out, while the inside decor is more trendy. Cool pod seating as well as a large, comfortable bar. read more

This is a great brewery and our server Allison poured some great beer. Try the Sercy seltzer

We just moved back to Kinston and we went to the 10th anniversary party they had and it was pretty fun! The beer is always tasty and I do recommend you stop by if you are in the area! read more

So fun! Great, sunny space right in downtown Kinston. Tons of seating, BYOF(ood) and a shop for taking some goodies home. Loved the amount of beer taps they had for flights. The surprise favorite for me was their new spiked seltzer, Sercy, which was refreshing on a 95 degree day. Left with a 12 pack to enjoy for the rest of the summer at home. read more

Visited: June 2010 Brew Basics: Surprising, delicious, friendly and green Overall Rating: Home Run! The last thing we expected to find in the middle of rural North Carolina (and we mean rural!), was a modern building housing a progressive and earth friendly brewery, but that's exactly what we found at Mother Earth; a new brewery that takes up a city block, and runs entirely on solar power. Greeted by small town southern charm, we were able to sample some beers at the bar before going along on the (free) tour, where they let us taste the hops, enter the barrel room where their Bourbon Barrel Stout Tripel Was curing, observe the fermentation and bottling processes, and even climb on the machinery for photo ops. Our only complaint was that there wasn't a beer refill station along the tour route. The tasting room is brand new renovation in an old building, and mainly done with light wood and large windows that let in a ton of sunshine, and a view of their large courtyard. Tables and couches run along the sides of this room, while a rectangular metal bar with seating on all four sides is the centerpiece of the room. We met a bunch of great people from the friendly bartender and welcoming locals, to one of the brewmasters who arrived in Kinston by way of Hawaii, Chicago and Savannah, basically for the love of beer, and taught us step by step the process of brewing - from recipe to warehousing. Warning: this one is only open on Thursday, Friday and every other Saturday, and the menu consists of handfuls of pretzel mix - but if you can fit it in your schedule, it is well worth the trip! Beer Breakdown: Even if you drink it out of the glass, be sure to ask for the bottle - each label is as unique and creative as the beers themselves. Endless River - If Gillian was actually able to have an endless river of this brew, she would be a happy woman. A wonderful summer beer! Kölsch style, so it's light and smooth with a citrus finish, similar to a Hefeweizen, but without the haze. Perfect anytime, but absolutely great on a hot summer day, like the Saturday we stopped by. Weeping Willow Wit - a classic wit beer with the spicy orange zest and haze you expect, but Mother Earth's recipe includes coriander which gives it a tangy twist. Another great option to cool down a steamy summer. Darl Cloud Munich Dunkel - Manages to be dark and malty without filling you up. High ABV (though not as much as the Tripel below) which, as the brewguide explained is due mostly to the fact that it ferments three times as long as any of the ales they concoct. Tripel Overhead - a Belgian Style Tripel with a bourbon barreled twist. This one comes with a comes with a very bourbony (...yes, that's a word) aroma and possibly because it's a bourbon barrel tripel instead of a stout, the bourbon flavor is very distinct, and VERY strong. Jim fell in love with this one, and apparently the head brewmaster has too because he describes it on the Mother Earth website as "...quickly emerging as my preferred Mother Earth product." This beer alone makes it worth the trip to Kinston, but isn't for the faint of heart. read more