Beer, Wine & Spirits
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Metro Philadelphia Ranked One of World’s Top Beer Destinations for 2023
Beer, especially craft beer, continues to grow in popularity, and many people are starting to plan their vacations around finding the best destinations where they can fully enjoy a good pint, writes Olivia White for the Vine Pair. Thanks to its continuously expanding brewing scene, this year Philadelphia has found its place on the list…
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Chef Robert Irvine Stopping by Bucks County Liquor Store to Sign Bottles of New Gin, Vodka
A famous chef will be making a stop in Bucks County has he promotes his new line of liquors, signing bottles and tasting drinks with locals. Chef Robert Irvine will be stopping by the Doylestown location of Fine Wines and Good Spirits, located within the The Shoppes at Veterans Lane, on April 14. His line…
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Pottstown Distillery Tests the Market Waters of a New Tasting Room in Philadelphia’s Fishtown Neighborhood
Manatawny Still Works, a Pottstown distillery, has again extended its reach with a new tasting room in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood. Ali Mohsen poured forth its particulars in Billy Penn’s coverage. The Lee Street bar features a casual vibe: brick walls; high, metal tables and stools, and a wooden counter. It seats about 50 patrons at…
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Phoenixville Distillery Goes National, Pairs with Country Singer for New Album
A Phoenixville-based distillery is taking the country road with its latest whisky. Bluebird Distilling paired up with country star Jordan Davis to promote his new album “Blue Bird Days,” writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The limited-edition whiskey called Blue Bird Days Straight American is flavorful, with notes of toffee, vanilla, and…
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Conshohocken Brewing Company Unites Two Phillies Broadcasters with One Brew, for Charity
Conshohocken Brewing Company is commemorating Philadelphia Phillies Scott Franzke and Larry Anderson with a namesake brew, Frankze & LA. Michael Tannenaum fielded the assignment of bringing the story to PhillyVoice. The beverage’s sales will benefit the Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative. The organization focuses on equitable access to sports programs and mentorship in the city. Local…
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This Willow Grove Beer Store’s Adult Slushies Are a Fruitful Line of Business
In addition to the expected inventory at the Willow Grove Beer Store at 434 Old York Road in Willow Grove is a line of takeout adult slushies. Gianna Oakley dispensed their details for 94.5 PST. The shop, as expected, carries beer, wine, and spirits. But one countertop has a row of whirly-twirly machines churning rainbow-colored…
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Tequila in a Wine Cellar? No. Montco Tycoon Has a Room Just for His South-of-the-Border Spirits
A Wall Street Journal story by Candace Taylor reported on a residential real estate trend among those with the resources to afford them: in-home spaces to hold bottles of wine and spirits. Among those with a dedicated “drinking room” is Penn Valley billionaire David Adelman. Adelman has been a wine collector for at least two…
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‘One of the Best Manhattans in a Bottle’: Whiskey From Pottstown Distillery Earns High Praise
The small-batch whiskey by Pottstown’s Manatawny Still Works is one of the best and most interesting Manhattans in a bottle currently available, reported Jonah Flicker for the Robb Report. Its kick is ideal for chasing away the early Dec. chill. Manatawny’s master distiller Max Pfeffer focuses on producing four-grain whiskeys with unique mash bills that…
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Montco’s State Percentage of 2021–2022 Alcohol Purchases Exceeded Its Statistic on Residential Population
The 2021–2022 annual report from the Pa. Liquor Control Board (PLCB) has some surprising data trends on alcohol purchases both statewide and in Montgomery County specifically. The notable sales purchase data was parsed by analysts at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. A most notable trend was the volume of alcohol bought during the year. Montgomery County tipplers…
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Refreshed, Free, Mobile Passport Links Montgomery County Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) has relaunched Montco Makers, a mobile passport that aims to support local craft beverage producers. Montco Makers, a 2018 initiative, showcases the area’s breweries, wineries, and distilleries; its latest edition now has a more gamified look and feel to increase its appeal. Celebration of Local Excellence The…
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Montco-Adjacent Locale Rumored to Be the Next Location of an Amazon Fresh Market
A new Amazon Fresh location is rumored to be making its home in Bucks County soon, the latest food store to make its way into the area. Dino Ciliberti wrote about the new grocer for the Bensalem Patch. An Amazon Fresh location is supposed to be opening at the former K-Mart on Street Road in…
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These Four Montco Breweries Have the Best-High Level Food & Beer Experience
When you head out for a craft beer in Montco, there many places you can grab a beer or some pub food. But if you really want a high-level food and brew experience, head tp these breweries. Breweries In PA breaks down the best spots in Montgomery County. These places have the best dishes for…
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Raise a Glass to Montgomery County’s Best Bars
In a sea of good bars in the Philadelphia region, there some really stand out. Several, in fact, are right here in Montgomery County, according to a list by Philadelphia Magazine. Farm & Fisherman Tavern in Horsham has been recognized for its bar-restaurant combination. The farm-to-table eatery is well stocked with ample libations and a…
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National Magazine Lauds Pair of Montco Restaurants for Their Ambitious Wine Programs
Wine Spectator recently unveiled the winners of its 2022 Restaurant Awards, and two local favorites found places on the prestigious list. Nearly 3,200 restaurants from all 50 states and more than 70 countries and territories were recognized for offering outstanding wine programs. The awards are given in three categories: Award of Excellence, Best of Award…
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Wawa’s New Beachy Beverage: Pick Up a Shore Tea with Your Shorti
There’s a new spiked iced tea, Shore Tea, being brewed by Wawa and the Cape May Brewing Co., writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Shore Tea is brewed with Wawa peach iced tea but also contains alcohol by volume of 4.5 percent. Six packs became available July 21 at 15 select Wawas in…
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Online Magazine Ranks the Five Best Breweries in Neighboring Chester County
If you are looking for a nice place to enjoy a great beer with your friends, these are the five best breweries in Chester County you should not miss out on, writes Marilyn Sanders for PhillyBite Magazine. Stable 12 Brewing in Phoenixville recently moved its brewing operation into a former horse barn. The brewery offers…
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Stone & Key Cellars Releases Revolutionary Vermouth in Collaboration with Philadelphia Distilling
Stone & Key Cellars, in collaboration with Philadelphia Distilling, is excited to announce the release of their latest batch of Revolutionary Vermouth, a semi-dry white vermouth handcrafted in Pennsylvania, on Thursday, June 23, 2022. Vermouth is a fortified and aromatized wine, traditionally a product of Italy, France, or Spain. Used in a variety of cocktails, most famously…
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Founder of Ardmore’s Tired Hands Brewing Resumes His Operational Role Year After Publicly Stepping Away
Jean Broillet IV, the founder of Tired Hands Brewing company in Ardmore, has resumed a role in the brewery’s day-to-day operations a year after he publicly stepped away due to employees’ allegations of sexism and discrimination, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He has been working at Tired Hands again for the past several…
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