Business Details
10 Years
experience
Handcrafted Kombucha & Beer in Wilmington, NC
Panacea Brewing Company was founded in 2016 by Artie and Robin Hill, whose journey in fermentation began in 1993. Our passion for crafting unique probiotic beverages led us to develop award-winning kombucha and hard kombucha, now enjoyed across North Carolina. We prioritize quality, community, and innovation, operating from our Wilmington brewery since 2017. In 2020, we expanded to include a plant-based kitchen and taproom, creating a welcoming space for diverse tastes. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our evolving menu, which now caters to both vegan and omnivore preferences.We host community events like trivia nights to foster connection and celebrate local culture. Our team combines decades of culinary and brewing expertise to deliver exceptional products and experiences. We value transparency, sustainability, and customer feedback, ensuring our growth aligns with community needs. As we focus on our brewery operations, we remain dedicated to crafting beverages that bring people together.
Services
Craft Kombucha
Hard Kombucha
Craft Beer
Growler Fills
Taproom Experience
Plant-Based Kitchen
Wholesale Distribution
Community Events
Beverage Catering
Gift Card Sales
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We combine 30+ years of fermentation expertise to craft unique probiotic beverages.
- Our taproom hosts community events like trivia nights for local engagement.
- We offer inclusive menus catering to both vegan and omnivore preferences.
- Our plant-based kitchen features scratch-made dishes paired with house-brewed beverages.
- We prioritize sustainability through organic growth and local ingredient sourcing.
Services
Craft Kombucha
Our small-batch kombucha uses organic ingredients and traditional fermentation methods to create complex flavors. Each serving contains live cultures for digestive wellness. Available in rotating seasonal flavors at our taproom and retail locations.
Hard Kombucha
Crafted with natural fermentation, our hard kombucha blends probiotic benefits with a light alcohol content. Flavors combine fruit infusions and botanicals for refreshing adult beverages available in cans and on draft.
Craft Beer
Our beer lineup includes IPAs, stouts, and seasonal ales brewed with local ingredients. The menu evolves regularly, featuring experimental recipes from our head brewer's 20+ years of experience in small-batch brewing.
Taproom Experience
Visit our Wilmington taproom for tastings, growler fills, and food pairings. The space hosts community events while offering a relaxed environment to enjoy live music and local culture.
Plant-Based Kitchen
Our scratch-made menu features globally inspired plant-based dishes alongside omnivore options. Ingredients are sourced locally when possible, with recipes developed by chefs specializing in vegetarian cuisine.
People
Artie Hill
Co-Founder & Head Brewer
Artie began brewing in 1993, developing expertise through culinary school and professional experience at Loon Ale Brewery. He combines technical precision with creative experimentation to craft Panacea's signature beverages.
Robin Hill
Co-Founder & Culinary Director
Robin transitioned from water kefir to kombucha mastery, shaping Panacea's probiotic focus. Her culinary vision drives the plant-based kitchen's innovative menu that now includes omnivore options for broader appeal.
Questions
What products does Panacea Brewing Company Company offer?
We specialize in craft kombucha, hard kombucha, beer, and plant-based food at our Wilmington taproom. All beverages are available for growler fills and wholesale distribution.
Are there events at the Panacea taproom?
Yes! Join our weekly trivia nights every Wednesday at 6 PM featuring themed challenges and prizes. Check our website for special events like Valentine's Day celebrations.
Does Panacea accommodate dietary restrictions?
Our menu includes vegan and omnivore options. We prioritize allergen awareness and offer gluten-reduced choices while maintaining separate preparation areas.
Can I purchase Panacea products online?
While we don't ship directly, our kombucha and beer are available at local retailers. Visit our 'Find Us' page for locations or contact our sales team for wholesale inquiries.
What happened to the restaurant portion of Panacea?
The restaurant was sold in 2025 and now operates as The Panacea Restaurant. Menu items and staff remain unchanged, with continued availability of Panacea beverages on draft.
Reviews (5)
Brittney Christian
Dec 21, 2021
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Love this place! The vegan food is amazing! We live in Myrtle Beach, but sometimes drive to Wilmington for a day trip just for lunch or dinner here. The servers are even great and friendly! We accidentally left our to go boxes and the server ran out to our car to give them to us.
Suzanne Brach
Sep 02, 2021
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Love, love, love this place. staff are friendly and efficient. great bar vibe with outdoor seating (in the back, far from the madding crowd and street noise). Fabulous food. even got my carnivore husband to go (based on promise of beer). he had an impossible meat gyro and ate the entire thing! i ate almost all of his fries (calorie free because they weren't mine), and they were amazingly good. next week's detox cleanse will bring me back again as a lot of their food is allowable....healthy and tasty!
Svet S.
Aug 26, 2021
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Love this place! Im returning customer, every time Im in Wilmington, I would have a lunch here or stop to grab some kombucha! So happy you guys expanding too!
Andrea G.
Aug 26, 2021
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This place was amazing! Super friendly staff and amazing vegan food. My non-vegan friend even loved it. I ordered the trash burger with the fermented fries and beetroot ketchup, so so delicious!
Also, perfect patio space for our pups, will definitely be back next time Im in the area.
Also, perfect patio space for our pups, will definitely be back next time Im in the area.
Savvy Me
Aug 16, 2021
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Amazing! Went with a non-vegan friend twice within a week and we loved it. The food creative and delicious, kombucha flavors delightful, and the staff super stars. The first visit started with the Cauliflower Wings half cranberry citrus/half buffalo sauce (super spicy). Yum! The steakhouse burger on a GF bun with a side of braised super green was the main and juicy course. So good! Enjoyed the mango peach kombucha that was super light and refreshing. The second visit started with the spinach + artichoke dip with tortilla chips. Super rich and delish! Followed by the jack-cake sandwich on a GF
