Congratulations, Asheville! Beer City, U.S.A. 4 years going

Asheville, N.C., has once again been voted Beer City U.S.A. 2012. However, this year is a tie with Grand Rapids, Michigan. That's okay though, because Asheville held on to the title. After all, if there's one thing people enjoy doing in this city, it's eating and drinking some deliciously brewed beer. One of the most popular places to eat, Asheville Pizza and Brewery, offers a tour of the brewery. Highland Brewery also has a restaurant on site, and a tour.

A huge reason that Asheville receives this title, and seems to be a competitive place for brewing (since 3 more companies have decided to come to the area), is because of the mountain water. According to brewers, it is great to use in their product and fresh. Another reason is, most likely, location.

No matter what the reason, raise a glass of cold highland gaelic ale from Highland Brewing or Shiva from Asheville Brewing, and celebrate.