Brewery Profile

Bombshell Beer Company

For visitors spending time in Holly Springs, Bombshell Beer Company offers a brewery stop with a defined place in North Carolina beer history. The company is recognized as the state’s first female-owned and operated brewery, with a founding team that includes Ellen, Michelle, and Jackie. Its commercial plans took shape after Michelle joined Ellen in 2011, building on Ellen’s more than a decade of home brewing experience. A visitor walking in should expect an on-site taproom connected to the brewery’s own production, with beer available by the pint and growler fills for take-home service. The appeal is straightforward: this is a local taproom where the context matters as much as the glass, especially for travelers interested in how the Triangle’s brewing culture has developed outside the larger city centers.

Travelers exploring breweries in this part of North Carolina often look for approachable draft lists, regional producers, and a sense of how each taproom interprets familiar beer styles. Bombshell fits that kind of itinerary through its early focus on traditional American and European styles. IPAs, stouts, and seasonal lagers were part of its initial production direction, giving visitors a reference point if they prefer established categories over a tap list built only around novelty. Because the current lineup can change, the taproom is the best place to confirm what is pouring on a given day. For someone already visiting breweries across the Triangle area, a stop here adds a Holly Springs perspective and a brewery with a notable ownership story.

Practical planning is simple, but details beyond the known taproom services should be checked directly with the brewery before visiting. The confirmed on-site amenities are pints and growler fills, so visitors should not assume food service, tours, events, outdoor seating, or specific hours without verifying them. Packaged Bombshell products are distributed regionally throughout the Triangle, which means travelers may also encounter the beer away from the brewery, though the taproom remains the direct place to ask about the freshest pours and available formats. If you are building a day around beer stops in the region, treat Bombshell as a taproom visit rather than a full-service destination unless current information says otherwise.

The concept for Bombshell Beer Company began in 2011 when Michelle joined Ellen, who had been home brewing for over a decade, to formalize plans for a commercial operation. Located in Holly Springs, North Carolina, Bombshell is recognized as the state's first female-owned and operated brewery. The founding team includes Ellen, Michelle, and Jackie. Initial production focused on traditional American and European styles, including IPAs, stouts, and seasonal lagers. The brewery operates a taproom on-site, offering pints and growler fills, and distributes packaged products regionally throughout the Triangle area.

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120 Quantum Dr, Holly Springs, North Carolina, 27540-8861

Phone: 9198231933

Website: http://www.bombshellbeer.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Bombshell Beer Company.

Beer Styles at Bombshell Beer Company

Bombshell Beer Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes IPA, Amber Ale, Pilsner, Hazy IPA, Wheat Ale, Dark Lager, Lager, Tripel, and Tart Ale. 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.

  • Food Trucks: NC Burger

    Jun 25, 2026

    Enjoy delicious offerings from NC Burger food truck at Bombshell Beer Company. This food truck event runs weekly till mid-December 2026.

  • Bombshell Run/Walk Club

    Jun 25, 2026

    Join the Bombshell Beer Run/Walk Club for a group run or walk event.

  • Food Trucks: The Portable Portuguy

    Jun 26, 2026

    Savor flavors from The Portable Portuguy food truck at the brewery. This recurring event occurs weekly until mid-December 2026.

  • Special Event On Site: Karaoke with Harryoke

    Jun 26, 2026

    Sing along and enjoy a fun karaoke night with Harryoke at Bombshell Beer Company. This event recurs weekly until mid-November 2026.

  • Food Trucks: Doy Doy Grill

    Jun 26, 2026

    Enjoy delicious offerings from Doy Doy Grill food truck at Bombshell Beer Company. This event recurs weekly until early December 2026.

  • Run Club: Bombshell Run/ Walk

    Jun 26, 2026

    Regular run club sessions continue with Bombshell Run/ Walk on April 30, 2026 and every Friday through the end of 2026.

  • Food Trucks: El Jefecito

    Jun 27, 2026

    Taste amazing street food from El Jefecito at the brewery. This food truck appears weekly till mid-December 2026.

  • Special Event On Site: Girl Scout Cookies for Sale

    Jun 27, 2026

    Get your favorite Girl Scout Cookies available for purchase at Bombshell Beer Company. Multiple dates ongoing through mid-December 2026.

  • Live Music: Shelby Merchant

    Jun 27, 2026

    Enjoy live music performance by Shelby Merchant at the brewery. This performance recurs weekly until mid-December 2026.

  • Food Trucks: La Katrina Tacos

    Jun 27, 2026

    Savor tasty Mexican street food from La Katrina Tacos food truck. This event occurs weekly until late December 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bombshell Beer Company located?
Bombshell Beer Company is located at 120 Quantum Dr, Holly Springs, North Carolina, 27540-8861. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Bombshell Beer Company's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 9198231933 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Bombshell Beer Company?
Visit http://www.bombshellbeer.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.