In 1668, the Governor of Virginia invited physician and explorer John Lederer from Hamburg, Germany, to America to explore the Blue Ridge Mountains in western Virginia. Lederer accepted, gathered his belongings, and set sail for the New World. Unbeknownst to him, a band of mischievous Hop Pixies, known as the Grebleknuds, had secretly stowed away in his luggage. Upon reaching American shores, they accompanied Lederer as he journeyed across Virginia to the Blue Ridge Mountains.

In 1669, Lederer and the Grebleknuds arrived in a small North Carolina town called Sara. Here, the Grebleknuds bid Lederer farewell and continued their journey, eventually settling deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains of what is now Haywood County, North Carolina. Centuries later, they’re still thriving, crafting their own unique beer from the ingredients they cultivate in the hidden forests of Haywood County. Their hops and barley are unmatched, and the pure mountain waters add a rich, distinctive flavor to their brews. In the quiet hours of the night, these elusive pixies even sneak into local breweries to "borrow" a bit of yeast, the final magic touch for their one-of-a-kind creations!