Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern ‘fermenting’ more than beer in Wolfeboro

More Than Beer

“Our food is what really surprises people.”

For Eddie Michno, who owns Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern in Wolfeboro, making “funky, unique farmhouse beer” is just one ingredient in his evolving recipe for success. “Our food is what really surprises people,” he said.

Michno’s cooking philosophy revolves around smoking, salt and fermentation, which he described as “slow, time-honored processes.” “They are definitely not a shortcut,” he explained. “When you allow your ingredients to transform with time, the ends justify the means.”

He cited their Kimchi as one example of their unique outlook on food, which often features ingredients locally grown or sourced. A staple in Korean cuisine, Kimchi is a traditional side dish of salted and fermented vegetables. “We make many kinds, but our Kimchi fermented with gin and sea salt in a barrel is a customer favorite,” said Michno, who noted Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern accommodates people of all ages.

“We are family friendly, too,” he added. “This is a place for locals and tourists alike.”

Aside from the food and ambiance, Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern is, of course, known for its beers, which range from the eclectic, Strawberry-Rhubarb Mead, to the adventurous with its recent one-off Busty Farmhouse Blonde. “It featured smoked peaches and apricots, and it was fermented in a maple bourbon barrel with brettanomyces, a non-spore forming yeast,” said Michno. “It was incredible…We like to take our customers through a wide range of flavors and textures.”

About Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern

Located at 96 Lehner Street in Wolfeboro, NH, Burnt Timber Brewing & Tavern is a family-friendly, community-centered brewpub offering craft beer, cider, and a full cocktail menu alongside bold, slow-cooked food. Our kitchen features fermented vegetables and salt-cured meats, smoked in-house over apple wood. We proudly partner with local producers like Katie’s Kitchen, Wotton Farm, Corvus Cairn Farm, and Niman Ranch to serve fresh, seasonal fare that reflects the heart of New Hampshire.

Burnt Timber is more than a restaurant—it’s a gathering space. Whether you're enjoying a casual family meal, relaxing in our outdoor beer garden with live music, or celebrating in our private dining space, you'll find a welcoming environment for all ages (and dogs, too—on the patio!). We host a running club, bike club, and mug club, and we believe in giving back—supporting local causes like Make-A-Wish® New Hampshire and others throughout the year.

From small party catering to spontaneous afternoons around our open-flame outdoor kitchen, Burnt Timber is where great food, craft drinks, and community come together.