Sagamore Spirit Distillery, Baltimore An Eclectic Mix Annapolis is home to Chesapeake Brewing and the U.S. Naval Academy, which goes a long way in explaining the brewpub’s Beat Army Golden Lager with its playful nod to a storied football rivalry. Over on the Eastern Shore, Blackwater Distilling in Kent Island made a splash with its award-winning, organic Sloop Betty vodka. For a fiery taste of the exotic, head to White Tiger Distillery in Stevensville and try their 120-proof Laotian rice whiskey. Lyon Distilling in St. Michaels is perhaps best known for its flavorful rums, which are a hit with the sailors that populate the nautical town. Thirsty after a day at the beach? Ocean City Brewing Company can help you out in its namesake town or in its new Abingdon restaurant. Or head to nearby Berlin where Burley Oak Brewing also makes root beer and sometimes features live bands along with their brews. Seacrets restaurant and bar has long been one of Ocean City’s largest and most popular waterside hot spots—and now the onsite Seacrets Distilling Company adds craft spirits to the mix, including spiced rum that won a gold medal from the American Distilling Institute. And have you heard of the field-to-mug movement? Milkhouse Brewery in Mt. Airy, Falling Branch Brewery in Street, Manor Hill Brewing in Ellicott City, and Brookeville Beer Farm in namesake Brookeville are among the growing ranks of “farm breweries” where beers are brewed with grain, hops, or both, grown onsite. ✥ For more information on Maryland craft beer and craft distilling, visit marylandbeer.org and marylandspirits.org. Travel Maryland’s Wine Trails Maryland’s distinct microclimates provide diversity and flavor to our wines. Try them out along these wine trails, or at events in March during Maryland Wine Month. Antietam Highlands Wine Trail Meander through the mountains of Western Maryland and the heart of the Civil War while visiting eight stand-out vineyards. Don’t miss Cool Ridge Vineyards, winner of the 2017 Governor’s Cup, and Willow Oaks, where organic fruits become unique artisanal ciders. Frederick Wine Trail With soil as dark and rich as fresh-ground coffee, the beauty of the Catoctin foothills fills every glass at these six wineries. The wineries on the trail are close enough to visit all six in one day but historic sites, fabulous shopping and renowned restaurants make for a great weekend getaway. Carroll Wine Trail From yoga at Serpent Ridge Vineyard to Solstice celebrations at Cygnus Wines to the Maryland Food & Wine Festival at Old Westminster Winery, the five wineries on this trail will welcome you with open arms and open corks. PHOTOS: SAGAMORE SPIRIT DISTILLERY Patuxent Wine Trail The 10 wineries of the Patuxent Trail capitalize on Southern Maryland’s Old-World growing traditions to bring an exciting new vision to classic wine profiles. Port of Leonardtown has helped lead the charge, winning best in class and gold medals at the 2014 Maryland Wine Masters. Boordy Vineyards, Hydes Chesapeake Wine Trail With 16 wineries, this trail is the perfect excuse to explore the treasures of the Eastern Shore. Don’t miss St. Michaels Winery’s Gollywobbler Sangrias, brimming with fresh local fruit. Piedmont Wine Trail The lush, forested Piedmont plateau is home to eight great wineries; it’s an ideal getaway from summer heat, or to take in the fall foliage. Boordy Vineyards is famous for their outdoor concerts and open-air festivals. Get more info from The Maryland Wineries Association at marylandwine.com. DESTINATION MARYLAND ✥ 19
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