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Three Eco-friendly Escapes in Orange County Craft Country

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.
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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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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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Make Your Journey To Wine Country More Sustainable

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.
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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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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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City Winery Hudson Valley

Established 2020 845-424-0222 Visit the website Tasting Fee $15 TOURS $45 Pet Friendly Yes, patio only Owner Michael Dorf WINEMAKER Travis Van Caster CITY WINERY HUDSON VALLEY is located in
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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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Holiday Sips and Sights Along the Shawangunk Wine Trail

Just 60 miles north of New York City, the Shawangunk Wine Trail rolls out the red carpet for the holidays. Plan a route and get your bliss on this season!
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‘Tis the Season for Celebration at City Winery Hudson Valley

For a gift that will truly impress, City Winery offers a delightful array of hand-picked options for the discerning gift-giver.
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Cultivating Cabernet Franc

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.
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