The story begins in the orchard. In 1989, Warwick Valley Winery purchased an orchard and began to learn how to cultivate fruit. The passion for creating wines and ciders soon evolved into an idea to begin distilling and to open the first distillery in the Hudson Valley since Prohibition.
Brotherhood remains the oldest winery in America, continuously operating from 1839 to today, even throughout Prohibition.
Looking for a weekend escape, preferably enhanced with farm-to-glass beverages? Discover Orange County Craft Country, where eco-friendly getaways blend sustainability and great flavor.
Nestled along the Wallkill River, in the historic and picturesque Montgomery Mills, City Winery Hudson Valley offers a stunning destination that blends breathtaking scenery with a vibrant atmosphere. The scenic 22-acre property consists of a fully functioning winery, restaurant, tasting room and event venue.
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.
The trick to going green while exploring in the Hudson Valley is traveling with intention and a plan. Here are some ideas to travel chicly and responsibly.
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.
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.
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.
The Cabernet Franc wines from the 2020 vintage are proving to be some of the finest the Hudson Valley region has ever produced. Here’s why.
The pandemic proved something wine lovers have long suspected: there is no bad time to drink sparkling wine. Right here in the Hudson Valley there is incredible diversity from elegant Champagne styles to fun, casual Pét-Nats.
There is a symbiotic relationship between business, community, and the land in Orange County. We talked to four craft beverage makers about the magic of living and owning a business here.