Wandering Wind Meadery

422 Washington St W | 304-932-3678
Thu 4-9pm, Fri 4-11pm, Sat 2-11pm, Sun 11am-5pm

Dave Bragg and Dawn Parsons opened this West Side tasting room a year ago inspired by their ren-faire experiences. Dave, the head mead maker, enjoys using modern techniques to oak-age and add other flavors during the process like coffee, chocolate, hot peppers, fruits, and spices. You can even learn to brew yourself at their regular beginner mead making workshops!\

Appalachian Tea

613 Ohio Ave | 304-410-0019
M-W 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-7pm, S-S 12-5pm

Appalachian Tea on Ohio Ave is an oasis for tea enthusiasts and safe space for all. The owner, Sasha Strader, has curated over 46 varieties of tea, from pink chai to ice wine tea, along with delightful treats like orange cardamom cake. It’s an elegant escape for rare espresso connoisseurs, too. Pop in for a break in the library or knock out some work in their co-working space. On weekends, their high tea tray specials feature tea, pastries, and savory treats.

Charleston Nano Brewery

320 Washington St W | 304-343-7289
Thu 5-9pm, Fri 5-9pm, Sat 12-10pm, Sun 1-5pm

Charleston’s first small-batch brewery, Charleston Nano Brewery, celebrated its one year anniversary this summer! Kenny and Jennifer Graley provide a far-reaching variety of experimental house-brewed beer on Washington St W. The menu is ever-changing featuring IPAs, wit bier, sours, and even a homemade rootbeer! Enjoy the family-friendly ambiance inside or in the outdoor beer garden complete with a disc golf practice basket.

Mea Cuppa Coffee Lounge

715 Bigley Ave | 304-343-0828
Mon-Sat 7am-4pm, Sun 10am-3pm

Coffee enthusiasts flock to Mea Cuppa Lounge to experience owner Venu Menon’s artful blends and exotic innovations tailored to local tastes. Before the weather cools, try the Mazagran, a unique and refreshing fusion of iced espresso and citrus. With fresh delectable pastries and a cozy atmosphere, this lounge has cemented its place as a beloved gathering spot and remote work hub on the West Side.

The Bullock Distillery

121 Washington St W | 681-205-2770
Mon-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 10am-7pm

This distillery recently received Double Gold Designation by the San Francisco World Spirits Competition after only just opening in 2021. The team distills its vodka and moonshine right here on the West Side, and partners with others to crafts its gin, rye, and bourbon whiskey. The team says what sets its drinks apart from the competition is the Greenbrier County limestone cavewater it uses for dilution.