With picturesque surroundings, robust farm-to-table menus, events galore, and of course, top-notch pours, these craft breweries, distilleries, and cideries are detour-worthy destinations all their own.
Dassai Blue Sake Brewery
5 Saint Andrews Road, Hyde Park
Dassai.com
Come experience New York’s finest sake–an idea born in Japan, now made in New York. Enjoy exceptional sake and learn about sake production at the Hudson Valley’s only sake brewery. The tasting room is open for tours, tastings, bottle sales, freshly prepared sushi and walk-ins! Stop in anytime for sushi and a flight of premium sake.
Klocke Estate Distillery
2554 Route 27, Hudson
(518) 672-1166 | Klocke-estate.com
Set high atop a hill with epic views of the Catskill mountains, Klocke Estate is an earth-to-glass distillery by day and a fine dining destination by night. Working with locally-sourced fruit (much of it grown directly on the property), Klocke Estate’s Master Distillers create exceptional brandies, eau de vies, vermouths, and ready-to-drink cocktails using imported Charentaise and Meuller Pot stills. Come for a distillery tour and taste the magic! Enjoy spritzes and other brandy-based cocktails while taking in the view, then feast upon elegant dishes that marry seasonal, country cooking with the terroir of the Hudson Valley.
Hillrock Estate Distillery
408 Pooles Hill Rd, Ancram
(518) 329-1023 | Hillrockdistillery.com
One of America’s few Field-to-Glass® distilleries, Hillrock hand crafts fine bourbon, rye, and single malt whiskeys from grain grown sustainably on the Estate. Setting a new global standard, Hillrock is the only USA founding member of the Estate Whiskey Alliance located outside of Kentucky. Open seven days a week for tours and tastings.
All One One All
221 Craigville Road, Goshen
(845) 320-2773 | Alloneoneall.org
Sip handcrafted cocktails at AOOA Farm—open April to October, Friday to Sunday. Dig into the farm-to-table menu, grab goodies to-go, and toast the weekend with live music at Friday happy hours. From educational workshops to a dreamy flower u-pick, there’s plenty to taste, try, and take home.
Litchfield Distillery
569 Bantam Road, Litchfield, CT
Litchfielddistillery.com
Discover Connecticut’s premiere craft distillery in historic Litchfield. Litchfield Distillery crafts award-winning spirits from Connecticut-grown grains. Enjoy free tours and tastings offered daily, including a walk through the distilling process and Connecticut’s largest rickhouse. An unforgettable experience for whiskey lovers and anyone who values The Spirit of Hard Work®.
Catskill Brewery
672 Old Route 17, Livingston Manor
(845) 439-1232 | Catskillbrewery.com
Honest, hardworking beer crafted in Livingston Manor! Powered by the sun, the earth, and pristine Catskill mountain water—Catskill Brewery is an expression of everything that makes this region beautiful. Visit their taproom in Livingston Manor for weekly live music, events in their spacious beer garden, food trucks, and the best beer in the Catskills.
RMV Cellars
112 Burroughs Drive, West Park
Redmaplevineyard.com/rmvcellars
RMV Cellars is Red Maple Vineyard’s sister location and the new home of Great Life Brewing. Featuring award-winning wines by Madi Marshall, award-winning beers by Cody Lynch, and seasonally and globally inspired food by Sara Gonzalez. Winery, brewery, restaurant and sculpture garden with live music Friday and Saturday evenings. Dog friendly. Family friendly.
Two Farms Brewing
689 Winterton Road, Bloomingburg
(845) 412-5205 | Twofarmsbrewing.com
Tucked away in the woods beside a lavender field, Two Farms Brewing is a hidden gem farm brewery crafting small batch flagship brews and unique, seasonal offerings using local NY ingredients. Their diverse range of beverages, rooted in sustainable practices and farm-fresh character, offers bold flavor and an unforgettable experience.
Roe Jan Brewing
32 Anthony Street, Hillsdale
(518) 303-8080 | Roejanbrewing.com
Drink in history in this award-winning restoration, where every detail invites visitors to unwind and reconnect. Enjoy exceptional craft beer that’s beautifully balanced and true to tradition, and savor hearty pub fare prepared in an open kitchen. And don’t miss the weekend lineup of regional live music. Dogs welcome too!
Aspire Brewing
600 N Galleria Drive, Middletown
(845) 673-5975 | Aspirebrewing.com
Aspire Brewing is a 30,000-square-foot brewery, restaurant, and entertainment facility. It features a self-pour tap wall, a beer hall with over 40 taps, a full kitchen offering an elevated pub menu, axe throwing, indoor cornhole, golf simulators, and an elegant private event space.
Rough Cut Brewing
5945 Route 44/55, Kerhonkson
(845) 626-9838 | Roughcutbrewing.com
Discover Rough Cut Brewing—just minutes from Minnewaska State Park. Enjoy award-winning craft beer, delicious food, and a spacious, dog-friendly outdoor dining area nestled in the scenic Shawangunk Ridge. Perfect for post-hike brews or relaxing with friends in the heart of the Hudson Valley.
Whitecliff Vineyard
331 Mckinstry Road, Gardiner
(845) 255-4613 | Whitecliffwine.com
Whitecliff has dedicated more than 30 years to finding and planting grape varieties that succeed on their site. They are dedicated to sustainability, environmentalism, and producing vegan wines to be proud of. The family run business is celebrating 25 years in 2024. Winning more international awards than any other producer in the Hudson Valley, they are certified sustainable, and make limited release vegan wines. With two tasting rooms, one in Gardiner and one in Hudson, it’s simple to come and see why their favorite review described them as “Like visiting an unpretentious friend who is excited to teach people about wine.”
Nostrano Vineyards
14 Gala Lane, Milton
(845) 795-5473 | Nostranovineyards.com
Nostrano Vineyards is a family-run, 65-acre farm, vineyard, and winery in the heart of the Hudson Valley. Relax in their hilltop tasting room, where rustic charm meets sweeping vineyard views. Sip award-winning wines, enjoy wood-fired pizza and local charcuterie, and take in live music—indoors or al fresco beneath the glow of a Hudson Valley sunset. Come share the Nostrano experience with friends and family!
Brooklyn Cider House
155 N. Ohioville Road, New Paltz
(845) 633-8657 | Brooklynciderhouse.com
Explore artisan cider like never before with their Small Batch Club! Membership includes a quarterly release, a discount on all additional bottles, free flights in the tasting room, a free tour of the cidery, seasonal gifts, cidermaker insights, and invitations to exclusive events. Gifting and pickup options available.
C. Cassis
108 Salisbury Turnpike, Rhinebeck
(845) 516-5053 | Ccassis.com
C. Cassis is a farm winery and distillery focusing on all things black currant. Visit their jewel-box tasting room, CCTR, on Saturdays and Sundays 12-6pm for exceptional small plates, cheese/charcuterie, cocktails, natural wine, beer, and cider, plus a charming market and bottle shop. Regularly hosts guest chefs and excellent pop-ups!
Little Apple Cidery
178 Orchard Lane, Hillsdale
(518) 610-1345 | Littleapplecidery.com
Little Apple Cidery is a beautiful destination for people of all ages. Enjoy a fine selection of ciders under an apple tree at their seasonal Orchard Bar and Market. Reopens May 10 with live music. Don’t miss out on the apple blossoms! Open Saturdays and Sundays 1-6pm.
Berkshire Cider Project
508 State Road, North Adams, MA
(413) 409-6058 | Berkshire-cider.com
Berkshire Cider Project creates dry, sparkling hard ciders inspired by the Berkshires’ art, agriculture, and community. Using local, foraged, and imported apples, their ciders are gluten-free, zero-sugar, and naturally aged. Visit their tasting room at Greylock Works in North Adams, or join their Cider Club for seasonal deliveries.
Union Grove Distillery & Arkville Brewstillery
43311 Route 28, Arkville
(607) 287-0208 | Uniongrovedistillery.com
Union Grove Distillery is farm licensed craft distillery located in the Catskill Mountains in Arkville, New York. Stop by to pick up some of our spirits, enjoy a cocktail, or a Calico Outlaw Brewing beer on tap. Visit the Brewstillery today.
This article appears in May 2025.
