Opening Our Doors
After countless evenings, weekends, months of hard work, and more than a few sleepless nights, the dream finally became reality.
On June 2, 2017, Eleven Lakes Brewing proudly opened its doors to the Cornelius and Lake Norman community, creating a place where great beer and great people could come together.
Why Eleven Lakes?
The name Eleven Lakes Brewing was inspired by the eleven lakes that form along the Catawba River, connecting communities throughout North and South Carolina. Just as those lakes bring people together through recreation, adventure, and shared experiences, our brewery was founded on the belief that exceptional craft beer has the power to bring people together.
Our Brewing Philosophy
From the very beginning, we believed that brewing in small batches would allow us to focus on quality instead of quantity. Every recipe is carefully developed, every ingredient is intentionally selected, and every pint reflects the same attention to detail that guided our very first homebrew more than a decade ago.
Whether we’re brewing a hop-forward IPA, a crisp lager, a traditional German wheat beer, or an approachable American Pale Ale, our goal remains the same: create balanced, flavorful beers that we’re proud to share with our community.
Still Writing Our Story
Today, that mission remains unchanged. Eleven Lakes Brewing continues to proudly serve the Cornelius and Lake Norman community with handcrafted beers brewed on-site and a welcoming taproom where neighbors become friends.
Whether you’re visiting us for your first pint or your hundredth, we’re grateful to have you as part of the Eleven Lakes family. We invite you to stop by, raise a glass, and become part of the next chapter of the Eleven Lakes Brewing story.
