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Explore the Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail
From the Blue Ridge Mountains to Smith Mountain Lake, the Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail links together Bedford County’s wine, craft beer, cider and mead businesses.
The trail includes the following nine locations:
• Apocalypse Ale Works
• Beale’s Brewery
• Burnbrae Vineyards
• Fables & Feathers Winery
• Graham Ordinary Meadery
• Hickory Hill Vineyards
• Peaks of Otter Winery
• Ramulose Ridge Vineyards
• Seven Doors Winery
The trail replaces the long-standing Bedford Wine Trail and is managed by the Bedford County Tourism Department, Destination Bedford. The trail was introduced in August 2023 with the goal of bringing awareness to the local craft beverage and agritourism industry.
The warm summer months are the pinnacle of the season for craft beverage establisments with more events and outdoor activities for customers to enjoy.
For example, some Bottled in Bedford locations have live music, food trucks, corn hole, and special themed events.
"But if a low-key experience is what you want, these locations are the perfect place to relax and enjoy the scenery," said Director of Tourism Nicole Johnson.
Almost every stop offers special limited releases. A recent example is the
D-Fender IPA produced by Apocalypse Ale Works to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of D-Day. It is only available by visiting their taproom in Forest.
Speaking on the opportunity to be a part of the Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail, John Graham, owner of Graham Ordinary Meadery, said: “Each place has a story to tell, and I hope you will not only enjoy the product, but also enjoy learning about the people and history behind the product."
By visiting the various locations and posting on social media using #BottledinBedford, you have a chance to be randomly selected to receive a souvenir t-shirt, cooler bag, or pint glass.
For more information about the trail, including a video and map, go to www. BottledinBedford.com. Also follow the Facebook page @BottledinBedford.
