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Hudson Valley Winemaker Honored for Leadership and Unity

The Hudson Valley's own pioneering winemaker Cesar Baeza has been a leader in New York’s wine industry throughout his career. A few highlights follow.
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Time To Celebrate New York Cider – This Fall and For Years to Come

If you like your apples fermented, you’re in luck: Cider Week New York kicks off on October 5. Here are even more ways to celebrate New York's great apples.
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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Orange County’s Craft Beverage Scene  

There’s no time like the fall to set your GPS for Orange County to experience OCNY's little-known craft beverage secrets. These fun facts will keep you coming back for more.
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We Kid You Not: Nine Family-Friendly Craft Beverage Spots in Orange County

Read on for nine tasting rooms where you can enjoy a glass of wine, beer, cider, or spirits (or a non-alcoholic beverage) without any whining from the peanut gallery.
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Cue the Heli: The Perfect Gift for the Person Who Has Seen (and Done) It All

Independent Helicopters can wow even the most unwow-able with their impressive array of sightseeing tours around the region. Read on for inspo to create your own customizable adventure.
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Q&A: Behind The Lanka Chronicles with Author Shiva Kumar

What do local wine and science fiction have in common? In our interview with Shiva Kumar, author of a new futuristic trilogy, we'll find out!
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Storing Wine Before Your Wedding

The whats and hows of alcohol being served at a wedding, and in different weather conditions, can be tricky. Let’s dive in!
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Six New York Cab Francs to Liven up Your Festive Gatherings

Are you looking for the perfect wine to serve at your holiday party? You might want to consider the versatile and food-friendly Cabernet Franc.
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How To Celebrate Cider Week in the Hudson Valley

It’s time to toast local cider across the Empire State! Cider Week New York kicks off on October 6th and continues through October 15th. Check out these events in the Hudson Valley.
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Orange County Makes it Easy (and More Rewarding) to Explore its Craft Beverage Scene

Orange County's Trail Pass makes navigating around the county easier —and lets you earn points for great prizes when you visit member tasting rooms. Sign up to reap the rewards.
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Orange County’s Night Life is Hopping at These Craft Beverage Spots

If you’re thirsty for local libations with a side of night life, Orange County's craft beverage scene is the place to be for after-hours entertainment. Here's where.
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Take to the Sky for a Spirited Flight 

Imbibers have another reason to raise a glass—Independent Helicopters' new scenic “High Spirits Tours” land right on the grounds of some local distilleries.
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