Appalachian Heritage Distillery & Brewery sits right on West Laurel Avenue in Damascus, Virginia, a town known more for hiking the Appalachian Trail than craft spirits. This dual operation combines distilling with brewing under one roof, making it a bit of an oddball in the region. They’re producing moonshine, whiskey, and other spirits while also cranking out craft beer, giving visitors more options than your typical stop. The operation focuses on traditional Appalachian-style spirits, leaning into the mountain heritage that Damascus is known for. You’ll find classic moonshine flavors alongside their whiskey offerings, plus they’ve got the brewing side producing various beer styles. The setup isn’t massive, but it’s legit production happening in a town that doesn’t see a lot of industrial activity beyond outdoor gear shops. What you get here is a genuine small-town distillery experience without the tourist trap feel of some mountain operations. The space has that working distillery vibe where you can actually see production happening, not just a tasting room with pretty bottles. It’s the kind of place where locals actually drink alongside visitors, which says something about the authenticity of what they’re doing.