The microbrewery scene has been booming here in the Finger Lakes for a few years now with dozens of new amazing craft breweries having opened within just the past 5 years or so. And the region is becoming known as a hub for really good beer. Some of the local breweries have already gained a … More Conesus Lake Breweries
It has been an absolutely stunning fall in the Finger Lakes region, with tons of color, beautiful blue skies, and warm weather. So we thought we’d take advantage of these fleeting gorgeous days by sampling some Seneca Lake wines and beers and soaking in the views of fall foliage against the lake. Although there are dozens, … More Wine, beer, and gorgeous fall colors on Seneca Lake
Named after the ice sheet that carved out the Finger Lakes more than two and half million years ago, Laurentide Beer Company came on the scene in 2020 and since then has focused on making good quality, down-to-earth beer. And, based on our recent visit, they’ve accomplished exactly what they set out to do. Laurentide … More Laurentide Beer Company
The history of Big aLICe Brewing dates back to 2013 when they opened their first location in Queens. From the beginning, Big aLICe has focused on creative small-batch brewing. This focus hasn’t changed as their capacity and footprint have grown from a small Queens location, to a Brooklyn barrel room, and now to the Finger … More Big aLICe Brewing
When people in the know discuss good beer in the Finger Lakes, undoubtedly Other Half Brewing is one of the first names to come up. What started as a small craft brewery in Brooklyn has now blossomed into a regional powerhouse of good beer with an international reputation for amazing IPAs. The Finger Lakes region … More Other Half Brewing Company: Finger Lakes
Just off the main drag in downtown Canandaigua and a couple of blocks from Frequentem (in case you’re in the mood for brewery hopping), Peacemaker Brewing Company offers a variety of hand-crafted beers, with something for everyone. Although the brewery is just a stone’s throw from the bustle of Main Street, it has a distinctly … More Peacemaker Brewing Company
According to Frequentem Brewing Co., their name means “to gather with good vibes,” and their location on Main Street in Canandaigua creates the perfect space for that. Those good vibes will only grow when you sample their creative and tasty varieties of beer. First walking in the door, you’re greeted by a large vegetative wall … More Frequentem Brewing Co.
Prison City Brewery has been one of our favorite spots in the Finger Lakes for both beer and food since we first visited their State Street location in Auburn in 2016. We were drawn by all we had heard about Mass Riot, their hazy New England Style IPA, and we weren’t disappointed. To this day, … More Prison City North Street Urban Farm & Beer Garden
Hops farms are making a comeback in upstate New York after a hundred year dry spell and Climbing Bines is a shining example of this newly booming industry. Tall bine fields line the hillsides of this Seneca Lake farm and brewery that provides hops for the local Finger Lakes region and beyond. Thanks in part to the … More Climbing Bines Brewery
Guest post by Liz Carpenter To and from our ‘home away from home’ at the 1819 Red Brick Inn during our fun Finger Lakes Wine Festival Weekend, we sought out some great area destinations. Below are highly recommended stops you should put on your travel hit list around Keuka Lake and Seneca Lake. Enjoy! FLX … More Finger Lakes Wine Festival—Highlights Along Our Route
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