Beer, Wine & Spirits
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This Bucks County Distillery Offers Something Interesting and New for Locals and Visitors
Heather McGurrin’s Visit Bucks County feature put Ashlynn Distillery on the radar. Here’s the full story behind one of Morrisville’s best-kept secrets. Step inside and the place announces itself. Reclaimed barn wood aged 75 years lines the walls. Honeycomb shelves glow with house-made bottles. This is not a chain, not a concept, not a theme.…
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Pennsylvania Bets $75,000 on Bucks County’s Booming Craft Beer Scene
If you’ve ever sipped a pint at Warwick Farm Brewing with a biergarten view of rolling Jamison farmland, or hopped between taprooms on a lazy Saturday in Doylestown, you already know what Pennsylvania is now officially banking on: Bucks County is a craft beer destination worth investing in. The State has awarded the Bucks County…
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Former Chaddsford Winery GM Opening Locally-Supplied Bar in Unionville
Corey Krejcik, former general manager of Chaddsford Winery, is planning to open Proximity Wine Bar in Unionville, with a focus on local producers, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. All of the food and beverages will come exclusively from suppliers within 100 miles of Unionville. The concept will also serve as an education and community hub, offering classes and tastings while creating an additional revenue stream and retail…
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Beer Festival Season is Brewing in Bucks County with These Upcoming Events
In and around Bucks County, local breweries are getting ready to celebrate the spring and summer with beer festivals, serving up IPAs, stouts, lagers, and more, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. On May 30, Warwick Farm Brewing will be hosting its annual Haze Fest, featuring food trucks, music from local bands, and all your favorite beverages. As…
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An Irishman’s Journey to Bring Authentic Pub Experience to Downingtown
Coming soon to Downingtown, Dublin Brewing Company is the years-long dream of Brendan FitzGerald that is finally coming to life, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The idea came from FitzGerald’s deep-seated interest in brewing, which started as boy growing up in Ireland, sampling home brews from his neighbor. As a teen, he moved…
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Meet the Bucks County Millionaire With One of the Largest Private Whiskey Collections in America
Mike Daley, a Bucks County resident and multi-millionaire, possesses one of the largest private whiskey collections in the United States, writes Brad Japhne for Food & Wine. His expansive estate, however, is running out of space to showcase his several thousand bottles of scotch, American, and Irish whiskies. To cope, Daley has resorted…
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Take a Trip Along the Bucks County Ale Trail and Visit These Can’t-Miss Spots
If you’re looking for a fun weekend activity, take a journey along the Bucks County Ale Trail and visit some of the best breweries and taprooms around the county, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. Head to Riegelsville for Wishful Thinking Brewery, a welcoming spot that gets its ingredients from local farms. Their beers, many of which are pale ales, land in the…
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Philly Extends Bar Hours for Summer Events. Here’s Where to Watch in Bucks County
With several major sporting events and semiquincentennial celebrations coming up this summer, Governor Josh Shapiro signed a bill to allow Philadelphia bars to extend their hours, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. “We’re ready to welcome tourists and fans from across the world this summer — and extending hours for the World Cup and America250 means more…
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Enjoy a Night Out At This Bristol Speakeasy with a Special Secret Entrance
If you’re looking for a fun spot for delicious drinks and a luxurious atmosphere, Daddy Tom’s Cocktail Lounge in Bristol is the perfect place to check out, writes Claire Allard for Family Destinations Guide. The speakeasy is hidden behind a bookcase, and guests are greeted by a stunning interior that boasts a vintage, Great Gatsby-style glamour with a modern touch. Moody lighting, velvet seats, dark colors, and crystal chandeliers form the perfect vibe…
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Popular Quakertown Craft Brewery and Restaurant Celebrates Reopening
The Proper Brewing Company is celebrating its grand reopening following a two-and-a-half-month hiatus on Wednesday, April 1, at 4 PM, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The 10-year-old Quakertown business, formerly owned by husband and wife Brian and Kris Wilson, was recently sold to employee Melissa Szymkiewicz. On Jan. 17, the restaurant and brewery closed for renovations and now features…
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Croydon’s Neshaminy Creek Brewing Co. Unveils New Phillies-Themed Beer
To celebrate the start of baseball season, Neshaminy Creek Brewing Co. unveiled a special new IPA inspired by the Phillies, named “Seeing Red,” reports staff for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The brewery and taproom opened its first location in Croydon and has since expanded with taprooms in Dublin and Harleysville. What’s so special about their latest beer is the red tint it gets from…
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Enjoy Scenic Sights and Delicious Drinks at These Bucks County Wineries
If you’re looking for a fun weekend experience with friends or a significant other, check out the Bucks County Wine Trail for delicious wines and scenic views, writes staff for Visit Bucks County. Crossing Vineyards and Winery in Newtown is located on a beautiful 200-year-old estate and offers a variety of award-winning wines to try. Their Chocolate Cherry Truffle Port is a fan…
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Three Best Friends and Pennsbury Grads Open New Brewery in Morrisville
Best friends and Pennsbury High School grads Frank Brill, Ken Terry and Rob Staples are getting ready to open RiverTide Brewing in Morrisville in the former Bitchin’ Kitten space, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. “Frank’s a great brewer, Kenny’s great in the kitchen and I run a great front of…
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How Much of America’s Founding Was Fueled By Booze? Turns Out, A Lot
Drinking played a rather heavy role in the founding of America 250 years ago, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Outside Independence Hall, the Founding Fathers often took breaks from drafting the nation’s independence by bending elbows at City Tavern. George Washington enjoyed Philadelphia-brewed Robert Hare’s porter so much that he kept a steady…
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Jason Kelce Featured in Local Super Bowl Ad for Garage Beer
Jason Kelce is starring in a local Garage Beer Super Bowl ad that will be broadcast Sunday for the Philadelphia market, writes Ariel Simpson for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The retired Eagles center and Haverford resident appears in the ad with former Eagles player Beau Allen and Doug the miniature horse. Kelce and his brother, Travis,…
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Croydon’s Neshaminy Creek Brewing Co. is the Spot to Go for Drinks and More
Located in Croydon, Neshaminy Creek Brewing Co. is a local favorite on the Bucks County Ale Trail, featuring a delicious menu of drink options and a range of fun events to check out, reports Jenn Frederick for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The brewery offers 12 to 15 rotating taps, featuring classic beverages and seasonal releases. Other offerings include wines, cider,…
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Wawa Grabs Expensive Bucks County Liquor License in Pennsylvania Auction
Pennsylvania liquor licenses don’t come cheap. Wawa emerged this week as the winning bidder in a Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board auction for two expired restaurant liquor licenses. It paid $170,000 for a license in Bucks County. A second license for Delaware County was purchased for $300,000, double the average winning bid, writes Mike Newall for…
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Avondale’s Va La Vineyards Brings Small-Batch Wines to Chester County
Local winery Va La Vineyards is bringing delicious French and Italian wines to Avondale, writes Paul Vigna for Penn Live. Recently featured in Wine Enthusiast, the family-run farm produces a range of dry, small-batch table wines. The entire production process takes place on site with the property’s seven acres of grapes. Owner Anthony Vietri takes…
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