From Farm to Glass: The Cultivation of New York Wines, Beers, and Spirits

Eating local produce and food is a powerful movement for the foodie community, and drinking alcohol beverages from craft producers is certainly not excluded from eating local. But what goes
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Home is Where the Beer & Wine Are – A Look at Home Winemaking and Brewing

Over the last few years, New York has seen a growth in the number of people involved in home winemaking and brewing. Wine and beer aficionados are stepping up their
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The Audacious Unifying Vision of the Region’s Craft Brewers

We live in seemingly divided times: across the country, and on all manner of subjects, an “us vs. them” mentality has become our default mode. The days of merry disagreements
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From the Ground to Glass

For the regional brewer looking to produce a more sustainable beer, finding a local source of hops is key.
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Tales From the Kegs

Beer has a long history in New York, stretching back almost 400 years to the time of the first Dutch colonists. From that point, the state took a leading role
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Toasting a Decade of Craft Innovations

Remember when going out to grab a drink meant a mass-market beverage trucked in from afar? So 2008. These days, it’s all about #drinkinglocal, and bars and restaurants not just
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A Decade of Change

If you’ve ever driven extensively around the Hudson Valley, chances are you hit a GPS dead zone en route to your destination, only to find yourself delighted to be wherever
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Exploring the Flip Side – Pairing Beer and Cheese

I’m not just a wine and cheese professional, I’m a culinary hedonist, open to exploring flavors, aromas and textures not familiar to me.
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Finding Summer’s Unexpected and Enchanting Flavors

When the sun comes out to play in the Hudson Valley, our palates tend to follow suit. Thankfully, the producers here are in the mood for tinkering, too.
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The Best (Local) Way To Toast the Holidays

Cheers to the holidays! When it comes to celebratory sparklers, there are many delicious local wines, ciders, and spirits worthy of your holiday table.
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Hudson Valley Wine Excursions

With more than 30 wineries and ample restaurants, the Hudson Valley is an ideal place for a wine and food excursion. Check out the following food and lodging options to
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Creative Craft Beverages Abound in Orange County

Orange County is home to an abundance of producers who are raising the standards by creatively diversifying their product lines. Here are four to seek out.
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