In an act of solidarity and compassion, Asheville area restaurants—alongside the Asheville Independent Restaurant Association (AIR)—are activating the Benevolent Spirits campaign to raise critical funds for communities in Texas devastated by recent flooding. The effort will directly support the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, a program of the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.

“Having recently been through a similar experience, we know how important it is to quickly get funds into the hands of nonprofits, first responder agencies, and community groups providing immediate relief,” said Meghan Rogers, Executive Director of AIR.

From July 17–27, participating restaurants will offer a featured beverage—ranging from craft cocktails to mocktails, sangria, beer and other non-alcoholic options—and donate $1 from each drink sold to the relief fund. Guests can support the cause simply by enjoying a refreshing drink at their favorite local spot.

Participating Restaurants (more will be added)

Asheville Brewing Company – Perfect Day IPA

Botanist & Barrel – Sangria

Botiwalla – Mango Lassi – Housemade chilled yogurt drink with sweet mango pulp & cardamom

Chai Pani – Mango Lassi – Housemade chilled yogurt drink with sweet mango pulp & cardamom

Chestnut – The Bronson – Jalapeno & Bell Pepper, Infused Silver Tequila, Aperol, Pineapple, Lime, Demerara, Cinnamon, Tajin Rim

Copper Crown – Appalachian Fashion – Old Forester bourbon, Eda Rhyne Fernet, demerara, house bitters blend as well as all Devil’s Foot canned products we carry, which at the moment includes: Fuego Ginger Beer, Blueberry Lemonade and the zero-proof Blackberry Sangria

Curate Tapas Bar: Cúrate diners can choose from our La Sueca Red Sangria (garnacha, tempranillo, citrus, stone fruit, red fruit, cinnamon, nectar), Sparkling Sangria (perelada cava, cognac, gin, triple sec, seasonal fruit), and Non-Alcoholic Sangria (le naturel “zero zero” white or red wine, orange oleo, citrus) by the glass

Farm Burger Downtown Asheville –  Local Draft Beers (Farm Burger will donate $1 from the purchase of rotating local draft beers to the cause)

Farm Burger South Asheville – Urban Orchard Cider

Gan Shan – Bushido “Way of the Warrior” Sake

Highland Brewing – Texas margarita with grapefruit and chili salt

Huli Sue’s BBQ & Grill – Ohana

Jettie Rae’s – Summer Melon Sour: Pisco, Melon, Matcha Green Tea, House Sour, Orange Flower Water

Luella’s Bar-B-Que – Luella’s Lager – Luella’s branded lager and Farmer Dave’s bourbon smash – Smashed peach, simple, Bulleit bourbon

Luella’s Too – Luella’s Lager – Luella’s branded lager and Farmer Dave’s bourbon smash – Smashed peach, simple, Bulleit bourbon

The Mule at Devil’s Foot Beverage – Vodka Lemonade (on tap, made with Devil’s Foot Lemonade and Nippitaty Distilery’s Organic “Botanic” Vodka. 5.5% ABV)

Posana – Dirty Stevie, goat cheese-infused Dirty Shirley with Rum

Red Stag Grill – P.Y.T – Tito’s Vodka, Hot Honey, Licor 43, Lemon

Regina’s Westside – Bloody Mary – house-made mix includes organic tomato juice, fresh lemon juice, and house-made pickle garnish

RendezVous–  Prickly pear margarita

Salt Face Mule Brewing Co. – Maize Runner Lager

Sunny Point Cafe – Frozen Irish Coffee- Jameson, Bailey’s, Frozen cold brew slushie

Tall John’s – Clear Eyes, Full Hearts – Tequila, Mazzura, Watermelon, Lime, Bitters

The Original Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian – Mrs. Baby Face Nelson: Aperol, Soda, Prosecco

Vinnie’s Neighborhood Italian South – Watermelon Mint Fizz: Gin or Vodka, Fresh Watermelon Juice, House-made Mint Simple Syrup, Lime

About Benevolent Spirits

Founded by Asheville’s independent restaurant community, Benevolent Spirits is a recurring fundraising initiative that harnesses the power of hospitality to support local, national, and global causes. Past campaigns have raised funds for:

  • World Central Kitchen’s international hunger relief efforts
  • North Carolina farmers impacted by natural disasters
  • Earthquake survivors in Syria and Türkiye
  • Affordable housing through Haywood Street Community Development

Participate as a restaurant or brewery.

Learn more about the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.