About Us

first female, veteran owned brewery in nc

Our history

MEET THE OWNERS

Mara and Paul Shelton founded Tobacco Wood Brewing Company in September of 2018; North Carolina’s first female, veteran owned brewery. The Shelton’s have been a very important part of the growth of Oxford downtown social growth.Their vision was to make TWBC an inviting and inclusive space for all. While they have stepped away from the company to pursue new endeavors, Tobacco Wood Brewing Company’s vision has not changed, and still strives to be a welcoming space for all walks of life, as well continues to honor and highlight the men and women of our armed forces whether they are veterans or active duty.

Our team

Meet the Brewers

Matt (Head Brewer) and his assistant Richard are responsible for brewing all of Tobacco Woods’s amazing craft beer! If you’re lucky, you might be able to catch one (or both!) of them brewing away behind the glass in the taproom, at our Oxford location.

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tobacco wood in action

Durham:
2500 Meridian Parkway, Durham, NC 27713

Oxford: 
117 Wall Street, Oxford, NC 27565