Get ready to pop the champagne and raise a pint! April has arrived with plenty of celebrations and thrilling events to look forward to. We’re getting a little nostalgic this month as we prepare for Blackbird Brewery’s 3rd Anniversary. What started as an idea poured into a glass has grown into a community where strangers […]

March arrives at Blackbird and Bird’s Nest with that unmistakable shift in the air. The garage door rolls open once again, patio season returns to the cocktail lounge, and new beverages splash into glasses waiting for you. At the brewery, enticing new releases are hitting the draft lines. At the bar, fresh concoctions have been

This month the tantalizing aroma of hops isn’t the only thing in the air at the taproom. February is here and with it comes a whole lot of love. Valentine’s Day is almost upon us, as well as the now beloved Galentine’s Day holiday celebrated on Feb. 13.  Let this be a reminder that you

One of the unique qualities of Blackbird is the connection with the beer from beginning to end. We’ve cultivated a pseudo farm-to-table experience under one roof. Depending on the time of day, one can walk into the taproom and enjoy the aroma of barley or hops brewing, discuss the beers in the pipelines soon to

A new year is upon us and although we all must remember to change that pesky five to a six in our date books, much besides that is still the same at Blackbird. We’re still hosting your favorite weekly events, good vibes reign supreme at the taproom, and the delicious beer you all love is

The air is getting crisp, the lights are twinkling, and there’s that unmistakable festive buzz around Wake Forest! The taproom is all decked out, and the sound of clinking glasses seems just a little cozier this time of year. At Blackbird Brewery, we believe the best gifts are those that bring people together, foster good

There’s a special kind of energy in the taproom when winter rolls in—warm lights, laughter spilling over from the bar, and the quiet joy of slowing down for the season. December at Blackbird Brewery is packed with ways to soak in that festive spirit. From book pop-ups to live music and creative workshops, every week

As Thanksgiving approaches, we always start hearing the same question at the bar: “So… what should I drink with all this food?” It’s a fair question. Thanksgiving is a marathon of flavor—rich sides, roasted vegetables, bright sauces, buttery rolls, endless plates passed around the table. The right drink doesn’t just sit beside the meal; it

Yeast doesn’t always get the spotlight, but it deserves it. It’s not just what turns sugar into alcohol; it’s what shapes the flavor, aroma, and personality of every pint you drink. Change the yeast, and the entire beer transforms—even if everything else stays the same. One strain might give you crisp apple notes, another might

This season, we’re raising a glass for someone who will always be part of Blackbird Brewery’s story—our friend and former bartender, Kari Hoover. Kari was more than just part of our team—she was family. Her warmth, kindness, and unstoppable energy lit up the taproom and left an impact on everyone who walked through our doors.