Brewery Profile
Birdsong Brewing Co.
In Charlotte’s active craft beer scene, this production brewery gives visitors a direct look at a local operation that has been part of the market since 2010. It was established by Chris and Tara Goulet, working with home-brewer Conor Robinson, after Chris left a corporate career and Tara stepped away from managing a local bakery. The brewery’s identity is tied to Charlotte rather than to a broad national footprint, with distribution focused within the metropolitan area. A visitor walking in should expect a taproom built around the beer itself: rotating drafts, growler fills, and a setting that is described as straightforward rather than heavily themed. It is the kind of stop where the main activity is checking what is pouring that day and seeing how a local production brewery presents its current lineup.
Travelers exploring breweries in North Carolina often look for a few things: a sense of the local market, draft options that may differ from what appears in stores, and a casual place to compare one brewery with another over the course of a trip. Birdsong fits that pattern because its taproom connects directly to a brewery focused on local distribution. The rotating draft list is the main reason to visit, especially for people who prefer to sample current releases at the source instead of relying only on packaged beer. Since specific year-round beers, seasonal offerings, or house styles are not listed here, the best approach is to treat the visit as an opportunity to see what the brewery is currently serving. That keeps expectations practical and avoids assuming a particular flavor profile before arriving.
For planning purposes, the known visitor amenities are simple: there is a taproom, rotating drafts are offered, and growler fills are available. Details such as food service, outdoor seating, reservations, events, parking, tours, or family and pet policies are not specified here, so those are best confirmed directly before going. The taproom is also the place to confirm the day’s pours, since the draft list changes. Visitors interested in taking beer away should ask about current growler-fill options and any limits or requirements. As with many production breweries, the experience is most useful for travelers who want a local Charlotte stop without needing a long list of add-ons. Birdsong Brewing Co. remains tied to its founding group and to the city’s independent beer landscape, making it a straightforward entry in a Charlotte brewery itinerary.
Birdsong Brewing Co. operates a production facility in Charlotte, North Carolina, established in 2010 by Chris and Tara Goulet. The transition to commercial brewing began after Chris left a corporate career and Tara stepped away from managing a local bakery, collaborating with home-brewer Conor Robinson. While initial capacity details are not specified, the brewery focuses on local distribution within the Charlotte metropolitan area. The facility includes a taproom offering rotating drafts and growler fills, catering to patrons seeking a straightforward environment focused on the beer. The ownership structure remains centered on the founding trio, maintaining a local, independent focus in the competitive North Carolina craft beer market.
Website available
1016 N Davidson St, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28206-3371
Phone: 7043321810
Website: https://birdsongbrewing.com/
Popular Beers
A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Birdsong Brewing Co..
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REWIND LAGER
LAGER - AMERICAN
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JALAPEÑO PALE ALE
CHILLI
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LAZY BIRD BROWN ALE
BROWN ALE - AMERICAN
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HIGHER GROUND IPA
IPA - AMERICAN
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PARADISE CITY IPA
IPA - AMERICAN
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HAZY SEXY COOL NEW ENGLAND STYLE IPA
IPA - NEW ENGLAND
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MEXICALI STOUT
STOUT - OTHER
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WAKE UP COFFEE VANILLA PORTER
PORTER - COFFEE
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FAKE PLASTIC TREES HAZY IPA
IPA - NEW ENGLAND
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PLUTO'S LAMENT
PORTER - AMERICAN
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STATE OF GRACE RED ALE
RED ALE - AMERICAN AMBER
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PARTY STARTER MÄRZEN LAGER
MÄRZEN
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PINK ROBOTS BLACKBERRY/RASPBERRY SOUR
SOUR - OTHER
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BLUDACRIS
CIDER - OTHER FRUIT
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PEACH GREEN TEA - LOOSE LEAF HARD TEA
HARD SELTZER
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UPSIDE DAWN GOLDEN
NON-ALCOHOLIC - OTHER
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RUN WILD IPA
NON-ALCOHOLIC - IPA
Beer Styles at Birdsong Brewing Co.
Birdsong Brewing Co. brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes LAGER - AMERICAN, CHILLI, BROWN ALE - AMERICAN, IPA - AMERICAN, IPA - NEW ENGLAND, STOUT - OTHER, PORTER - COFFEE, PORTER - AMERICAN, RED ALE - AMERICAN AMBER, MÄRZEN, SOUR - OTHER, and CIDER - OTHER FRUIT. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.
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Consuelo's Taqueria
Aug 15, 2026
Consuelo's Taqueria food truck serving in the evening at Birdsong Brewing Co.
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$6 Mimosas, Micheladas, & Bloody Beers
Aug 16, 2026
Special pricing on mimosas, micheladas, and bloody beers available all day with select food trucks.
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Tiny Biscuit
Aug 16, 2026
Tiny Biscuit food truck serving from 11 AM to 3 PM at Birdsong Brewing Co.
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A Tana Empanada
Aug 17, 2026
A Tana Empanada food truck serving at Birdsong Brewing Co.
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Mindless Minutia Trivia
Aug 17, 2026
Join us every Monday at 7pm for free trivia hosted by Mindless Minutia! Voted best trivia night in Charlotte two years running!
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Tappy Tuesday: $3 Rotating Draft Special
Aug 18, 2026
Enjoy rotating draft beer specials every Tuesday evening.
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B. Cooks
Aug 18, 2026
B. Cooks food truck serving at Birdsong Brewing Co.
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Rice + Kloud
Aug 18, 2026
Food event featuring Rice + Kloud available at Birdsong Brewing Co.
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Granddaddy's Cuisine
Aug 18, 2026
Food event featuring Granddaddy's Cuisine available at Birdsong Brewing Co.
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Chutney Cat
Aug 18, 2026
Chutney Cat food truck serving at Birdsong Brewing Co.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Birdsong Brewing Co. located?
- Birdsong Brewing Co. is located at 1016 N Davidson St, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28206-3371. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Birdsong Brewing Co.'s hours?
- Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 7043321810 to confirm before visiting.
- How can I learn more about Birdsong Brewing Co.?
- Visit https://birdsongbrewing.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.