Close Proximity
Style: West Coast IPA
ABV: 7.4%
Dry-hopped with Citra and Mosaic hops, our flagship WIPA is a product of the determination and focus that has guided our journey to add to the short list of Black-owned breweries in the US. This beer is the third in our series honoring the historic days of the city’s Black Wall Street and the resulting small business movement taking place in revitalized East Durham. Make your moves wisely, stay determined, and let your resilience be your greatest strength on this marvelous chessboard of life…our next big win is in Close Proximity.
OUR BEER
Proud Shoes
Style: Brown Ale
ABV: 5.3%
Durham native Pauli Murray, a trailblazing civil rights activist, lawyer, and Episcopal priest, left an indelible mark on American history through her fearless advocacy for racial and gender equality. Her memoir, "Proud Shoes," published in 1956, delves into her family's multigenerational journey, chronicling their struggles and triumphs amidst racial prejudice in the Jim Crow South. Our Brown Ale beer, named after this poignant documentary, is the second in a series honoring historical Durham figures and landmarks. To learn more about the life and times of Reverend Dr. Murray visit the Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice.
Hayti Haze
Style: Hazy IPA
ABV: 6.6%
During the 1920s to 1950s, the Hayti Business District flourished as a bustling economic hub within the African American community of Durham, North Carolina. Recognized for its entrepreneurial vigor and cultural vibrancy, it marked a significant period of financial growth despite the challenges of segregation and racial inequality. In homage to this era, we present “Hayti Haze”, a bold and juicy IPA crafted with Mosaic, Citra, and El Dorado hops. This brew is the first in a series honoring the historic days of the city’s Black Wall Street and the resulting small business movement taking place in revitalized East Durham.
Carolina Peach
Style: Peach Sour Saison
ABV: 5.3%
Brewed with a blend of sour ale and traditional saison yeasts, Carolina Peach carries subtle notes of peppery spice and earthy funk, which mingle beautifully with the tartness from a perfectly calibrated souring process. the finish is crisp and effervescent, leaving a vibrant peach-forward character that shines no matter the season. Pair it with fresh seafood, salads, or enjoy it solo. Cheers!
Courtyard Cream Ale
Style: Cream Ale
ABV: 5.1%
Durham native Pauli Murray, a trailblazing civil rights activist, lawyer, and Episcopal priest, left an indelible mark on American history through her fearless advocacy for racial and gender equality. Her memoir, "Proud Shoes," published in 1956, delves into her family's multigenerational journey, chronicling their struggles and triumphs amidst racial prejudice in the Jim Crow South. Our Brown Ale beer, named after this poignant documentary, is the second in a series honoring historical Durham figures and landmarks. To learn more about the life and times of Reverend Dr. Murray visit the Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice.
Pronounced Hay-tie
Style: Double Hazy IPA
ABV: 9.0%
“Pronounced Hay-Tie” is a bold evolution of our flagship Hayti Haze that playfully corrects the often mispronounced name of Durham’s historic Hayti District, and serves as both homage and education to the once thriving center of Black business and culture. This “pronounced” version of the original is double dry-hopped with Citra, Mosaic, El-Dorado and Galaxy hops, giving it juicy notes of ripe mango, pineapple, and passionfruit. We are honored to release this beer exactly one year from our brewery’s grand opening, and thank you for your continued support of our brand and social mission.
OUR COLLABS
Blacktoberfest
Style: Harvest Ale
ABV: 6.0%
Our yearly collab with our brothers at Dirtbag Ales, is brewing again in August. Check back for release dates and more information on Blacktoberfest 2025!
Two Sets of Three
Style: Cold IPA
ABV: 6.0%
Our first collab with Incendiary Brewery in Winston Salem is this Cold IPA with a big hop profile of Talus, Citra, Simcoe, Sabro, Mosaic hops.