Drink
Places to visit drink in the Hudson Valley
Slowfox Farm Brewery
On 52 acres outside the village of Rhinebeck, Slow Fox Farm Brewery is a unique destination combining craft brewing with sustainable farming. The farm features an on-site brewery, a no-till vegetable operation, a pick-your-own flower field, and a small herd of Scottish Highland cattle. Committed to regenerative farming, they produce their own compost, avoid spraying, and prioritize organic, sustainable practices.
All beers served in the tasting room are brewed on-site using as many locally sourced ingredients as possible, with 11 house brews currently on tap and a 12th on the way. Visitors can enjoy a fresh pour while exploring the farm, picking seasonal flowers, or browsing the farm market's offerings. Slow Fox Farm Brewery is a place where craft beer, agriculture, and community come together in a setting that celebrates the land and its bounty.
Suarez Family Brewery
Suarez Family Brewery is a true mom-and-pop operation tucked into a former 1930s lamp factory along Route 9 in Livingston, New York—technically the middle of nowhere, but geographically, within the bounds of Hudson, NY. Brewer-owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Dan Suarez and Taylor Cocalis, the brewery has become one of the most respected small producers in the country, known for “crispy little beers” that favor nuance over noise. Expect unfiltered lagers like Palatine Pils, easygoing pale ales such as Crispy Little, and mixed-fermentation country beers that lean into local fruit, herbs, and subtle oak. The focus is on moderate-alcohol, highly drinkable beers that feel as good as they taste—Suarez is almost obsessive about texture, balance, and a clean, refreshing finish.
With its new taproom, Suarez says the space is where "old-world soul meets hacienda warmth, crafted to feel timeless, communal, and alive. Just like the beer." On tap is a tight selection of draft and cask beers—think pilsner, pale ale, smoked lager, and an old ale on cask—alongside a small bottle list of mixed-culture country beers conditioned with cherries, crab apples, and other seasonal fruit. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome on the outdoor patio and lawn, and in addition to a small curated selection of snacks, guests are encouraged to bring their own food or time their visit with an occasional food pop-up.
The bottle shop keeps the same hours as the taproom, so you can stock up on beer to go after a tasting. With its sun-drenched interior and gentle hum of families, locals, and beer pilgrims often from further afield, Suarez Family Brewery feels less like a stop on a beer trail and more like a small, intentional world of its own—one built around family, craft, and a deep love of beautifully made lager and farmhouse-style ales.
Subversive Malting & Brewing
Subversive Malting & Brewing is a unique brewery that produces its own malts through the traditional craft of floor malting. Committed to local sourcing, all their beers are crafted with 100% locally sourced grains, with many also featuring local hops, fruits, and herbs for a truly regional experience. With a relaxed, first-come, first-serve policy, Subversive offers an inviting taproom environment where guests can enjoy their distinctive brews.
Taconic Distillery
Taconic Distillery features a cozy tasting room and retail space serving Taconic's spirits as well as local beer and wine. There is an expansive patio with lawn games and fire pits overlooking the scenic farmland.
Tenmile Distillery
Tucked into a beautifully restored dairy barn in Wassaic, New York, Tenmile Distillery blends traditional whisky-making with a deep commitment to local agriculture and craftsmanship. Founded on the belief that great spirits take time, the distillery produces single malt whisky, vodka, and gin using 100% New York State grain—most of it grown within a 30-mile radius. Under the guidance of master distiller Shane Fraser, a veteran of renowned Scottish distilleries like Glenfarclas and Wolfburn, Tenmile is crafting spirits with patience and precision. Fraser’s first whisky was barreled in 2020 and, following a meticulous aging process, began reaching glasses in 2023.
The distillery itself is a marvel of adaptive reuse and transparency—both literal and philosophical. Its production floor, visible through a massive glass curtain wall, features copper stills from Forsyths of Scotland, installed alongside modern fermenting tanks, a custom vodka column, and a tasting room designed to echo the elegance of a Speyside hotel bar. Every element—from the walnut bar milled on-site to the reclaimed wood in the main room—tells a story of thoughtful construction and reverence for place. The adjacent cask warehouse, once a cow barn, now nurtures spirits in barrels that previously held bourbon, port, sherry, and even Williams Selyem Pinot Noir.
Visitors can sample the distillery’s award-winning spirits and seasonal cocktails in the tasting room, or enjoy a full meal at Thai Baan, Tenmile’s 2025 restaurant-in-residence, serving bold, modern takes on classic Thai dishes. The cocktail menu celebrates the distillery’s core offerings in fresh and inventive ways, making Tenmile a standout destination not only for spirit enthusiasts, but for anyone seeking a taste of the Hudson Valley’s evolving food and drink culture.
The Drowned Lands
The Drowned Lands is a farm brewery founded as an homage to the rich soil on which it is built, blending old-world techniques with modern innovation to create craft beer that is deeply connected to its time and place. Drawing inspiration from the land, The Drowned Lands aims to express the unique terroir of the area through its beer, highlighting the native mineral profile of the water, the seasonality of local agriculture, and the influence of local microbes.
Believing that the next generation of great breweries will best connect drinkers to the agriculture, seasons, and distinct environment where the beer is brewed, The Drowned Lands invites guests to slow down, savor, and experience the essence of the land. This intentional approach to craft brewing celebrates the idea of terroir in American beer, offering an exceptional expression of the region's character and flavor.
The Hereafter
Tucked unassumingly on Columbia Street in Hudson, The Hereafter is an intimate cocktail lounge that blends timeless design with meticulous attention to detail. Created by veteran bartender Jeremy Dubroff and actor Isi Laborde, the space was transformed by designer Christian Garnett into a warm, European-inspired haven featuring white oak floors, a walnut bar top, glossy green tiles, and vintage furnishings sourced from around the world. The bar’s concept is rooted in exploration and transformation, with cocktails thoughtfully organized by mood—Fun, Classy, Eccentric, or Deep—each crafted with house-made tinctures, infusions, and unexpected flavor combinations. Every drink tells a story, offering guests an experience that feels both elevated and approachable.
Complementing the inventive cocktails is a small but ambitious menu by chef Michele Hunter, formerly of Hamlet & Ghost in Saratoga Springs. Hunter’s dishes—such as steak tartare with guajillo chile, roasted carrots with housemade harissa and hazelnut dukkah, and silky desserts like lemon posset with sour cherry—showcase her love for fermentation, umami, and seasonal ingredients from the Hudson Valley. With its thoughtfully designed interiors, hand-sewn menus, and a warm, transportive atmosphere, The Hereafter invites guests to slow down, connect, and explore new flavors. It has quickly become one of Hudson’s hidden gems, offering an elevated yet approachable experience that feels as if it has always been part of the town’s fabric.
Traghaven Whiskey Pub & Co
In the heart of Tivoli, an Irish oasis awaits at Traghaven Whiskey Pub & Co, where whiskey aficionados will find themselves spoiled for choice with over 160 varieties of Irish whiskies. Founded by West Cork native Gerard Hurley, this unique venue brings the warm spirit and rich traditions of an Irish tavern stateside, complete with authentic ingredients imported from across the Atlantic—think Dubliner cheese and black pudding.
Beneath the cozy ambiance, the pub impresses with its commitment to quality and sustainability. Savor a burger crafted from grass-fed beef sourced directly from the Hurleys' own nearby farm. These cattle graze in pastures just a stone's throw away, ensuring your meal is both fresh and full of flavor. Complement your meal with a handcrafted cocktail like their famed Gingeroo, which adds a zesty twist to the classic whiskey ginger.
More than just a drinking den, Traghaven nurtures a vibrant community spirit with regular events like music sessions and play readings. Whether seeking the perfect pairing of whiskey and locally-inspired cuisine or a place to relish in the charm of Ireland without crossing the ocean, Traghaven offers an experience that's as authentic as it is enchanting.
Tuthilltown Spirits & Hudson Whiskey NY
Tuthilltown Distillery is a historic and pioneering destination in the Hudson Valley, where New York’s distilling legacy was reborn. Housed in the 18th-century Tuthilltown Gristmill—the longest continuously operating gristmill in the state—this landmark site became the birthplace of the state’s first post-Prohibition whiskey thanks to founder Ralph Erenzo’s bold vision. Today, that spirit of innovation lives on through a wide range of small-batch whiskeys, exclusive spirits, and creative collaborations, all crafted on a scenic 36-acre property at the foot of the Shawangunk Mountains.
Visitors can explore the distillery through guided tastings, tours, and cocktail workshops, or unwind at the cocktail bar, where seasonal New York-forward drinks showcase the best of the region. The Visitor Center also features a curated shop stocked with exclusive spirits, bitters, and locally made goods—from barrel-aged maple syrup to bourbon-infused chocolate. Whether enjoying a picnic by the river, wandering woodland trails, or diving deep into the art of distilling, Tuthilltown offers an immersive, sensory experience grounded in craftsmanship, community, and a deep connection to place.
Union Street Brewing Co. - Hudson
A passion for beer making and community led its founders to open Union Street Brewing Co., creating a space to share their craft with friends and neighbors alike. They embrace every part of the process‚ from grain to glass‚ pouring their hearts into each brew. Drawn to Hudson for its strong sense of community and character, Union Street Brewing Co. aspires to becomes a place where people come together over great beer and good company.
Vosburgh Brewing Company
Located on the historic Vosburgh Orchards in Elizaville, NY, Vosburgh Brewing offers a unique farm brewery experience in a restored early 1800s Dutch post-and-beam barn. Set on a working apple farm, guests can enjoy craft beers and ciders while relaxing among flower and hop fields, embracing the natural beauty of the Hudson Valley. Originally the first home of Sloop Brewing Co., the barn retains the creative energy that once fueled its growth, now channeled into a new venture that celebrates local ingredients and craft brewing traditions.
In partnership with Kieran Farrell, co-founder of Gun Hill Brewing in NYC, Vosburgh Brewing continues the legacy of its 184-year-old family farm by crafting fine ales and ciders that highlight the land's seasonal bounty. With a deep respect for nature and generations of stewardship, the brewery provides a welcoming gathering place for both locals and travelers, ensuring that the farm's heritage and community spirit thrive for years to come.
Wayside Cider
Wayside Cider is tucked just off Main Street in Andes, where two lovingly restored barns have been transformed into one of the Catskills’ most inviting gathering places. Here, small-batch ciders made from Hudson Valley apples are poured just steps from where they’re pressed, alongside a thoughtful selection of New York–made beer, wine, and spirits. The atmosphere is equal parts rustic and playful: picnic tables strung with twinkle lights, banjo music drifting through the air, and a steady hum of conversation that stretches easily from afternoon into evening.
Designed by Sean Scherer, the tap room channels the warmth of a European cider tavern with a distinctly Catskills sensibility. Antique ephemera, handmade fixtures, and local craftsmanship give the space a layered, lived-in feel, while floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a courtyard with fire pits and long communal tables. Upstairs, a cozy loft expands the experience with a dining hall, music venue, shuffleboard, darts, and board games—making it as appealing in the depths of winter as it is on long summer nights.
The ciders themselves lean dry and expressive, from the bright, effervescent Skinny Dip to fuller-bodied offerings with hints of oak and bourbon. Bar snacks and simple farm-forward plates round things out, reinforcing Wayside’s role as a place to linger rather than rush. More than a tap room, Wayside Cider functions as a social hub—an easygoing crossroads for locals and visitors alike, where good drinks, good food, and community naturally come together.
Wayward Lane Brewing
Located on 65 acres in the scenic Schoharie Valley, Wayward Lane Brewing is a true farm brewery housed in a beautifully restored 1800s hop house. Blending tradition with innovation, the brewery crafts a diverse range of beers, from aromatic IPAs and crisp lagers to coolship-rested wild ales and oak-aged strong ales. Committed to quality, Wayward Lane sources the best ingredients—whether from its own farm, local New York producers, or across the globe—ensuring each brew reflects a dedication to craftsmanship and creativity.
Visitors to the taproom can enjoy rotating selections of fresh beer in a rustic yet welcoming space, surrounded by rolling farmland. The brewery's expansive outdoor area hosts weekend concerts, summer farmers markets, and special events, creating a lively, community-driven atmosphere. With beekeeping, fruit production, and a friendly gang of roaming chickens, Wayward Lane Brewing offers an immersive farm brewery experience where guests can relax, explore, and enjoy expertly crafted beer in a picturesque setting.
West Kill Brewing
Nestled on a 127-acre historic dairy farm, West Kill Brewing is deeply connected to the land, crafting beers that reflect the beauty and heritage of the Catskills. With a focus on locally grown and foraged ingredients, the brewery incorporates maple sap, honey, orchard cherries, wild thyme, and native yeast into its beers, creating unique and flavorful brews. Whether producing crisp lagers, hop-forward IPAs, or farmhouse ales, West Kill Brewing's untouched mountain water highlights the purity of its surroundings, making every sip a true taste of the region.
Expanding its presence beyond the mountains, West Kill Brewing has brought its signature craft to Kingston with the opening of West Kill Supply, a taproom located right off Broadway. Designed with a rustic, woodsy charm, the space offers 14 draft lines featuring West Kill beers alongside New York State ciders and wines. With an inviting beer garden and local food offerings, West Kill Supply brings the essence of its mountain brewery to a lively and welcoming spot in the heart of the Hudson Valley.
West Kill Supply
West Kill Supply, the new taproom from West Kill Brewing, brings the spirit of the Spruceton Valley brewery to the heart of Kingston. Known for its crisp, balanced beers crafted with mountain water and locally sourced ingredients, West Kill has become a favorite among craft beer lovers, hikers, and families alike. The Kingston outpost, located right off Broadway, is a natural extension of the brand, offering a cozy, rustic space that reflects the charm of early 20th-century Catskill boarding houses. With 14 draft lines pouring West Kill beers alongside New York State ciders and wines, the taproom provides a welcoming spot to enjoy the brewery's thoughtfully crafted selections.
True to its slogan, "beer tastes better outdoors," West Kill Supply features a backyard beer garden, complete with food from Kingston Bread + Bar's cart, Bibi's, serving falafel, chicken shawarma, and fries on weekends. Rooted in a deep commitment to the land, West Kill Brewing celebrates the region's natural beauty by incorporating foraged ingredients like maple sap, honey, and wild yeast into its brews. Whether enjoying a crisp lager, a hop-forward IPA, or a funky farmhouse ale, visitors to West Kill Supply can experience the essence of the Catskills in every sip.
Westwind Orchard & Cidery
Westwind Orchard & Cidery in Accord, New York, blends European cider-making traditions with a bold, modern approach to craft some of the most distinctive ciders in the U.S. Rooted in the rich history of cider, the orchard features both heirloom dessert apples and carefully cultivated bittersweet and bittersharp cider varieties. Their ciders are made using traditional methods‚ unfiltered, bottle-conditioned, and free from added sulfites or sugars‚ paired perfectly with a menu of wood fired pizzas and pastas.
Beyond cider, Westwind Orchard is a working farm committed to sustainability and holistic growing practices. While once certified organic, the team has transitioned to a BioIntensive approach, balancing environmental stewardship with effective land management. Every apple grown is used in their ciders, vinegars, jams, and the seasonal dishes served in their trattoria, creating a full-circle, farm-to-table experience. Dedicated to both craft and sustainability, Westwind Orchard & Cidery offers a taste of the past with an eye toward the future.
Woodstock Brewing
Woodstock Brewing is a craft brewery known for its diverse selection of beers brewed on-site. The brewery features a taproom where visitors can sample a variety of beers, including IPAs, stouts, and seasonal offerings. Set in the scenic Catskills, Woodstock Brewing provides a relaxed atmosphere for beer enthusiasts. Founded by two friends with a passion for beer and tinkering. The brewery has grown from a 1/2 barrel pilot system in a Woodstock garage to a 15 barrel brewery, always striving to provide tasty and ever changing brews in a relaxing environment.
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