Food and Drink Crow Vineyard & Winery Patriot Acres Farm Brewery is a fourth-generation, veteran-owned-and-operated establishment in Sudlersville that raises alpacas, chickens, goats and more while growing hops and other ingredients for its craft beers. The rotating offerings appeal to different tastes and reflect the farm’s bounty. Savor a freshly brewed beer or cider while playing a game of cornhole and visiting the animals. A lively brewpub in Riverdale Park , Denizens Brewing Co. creates its wide variety of beers on-premise, from a core lineup of IPAs, pilsners and tripels to rotating seasonal beers like a summertime tart peach ale or an English-style oatmeal stout in the fall and winter. In addition to carrying Maryland products whenever possible, it also donates its spent grains to the state’s farmers for reuse. As a “ground-to-glass” operation, Tobacco Barn Distillery in Hollywood grows all of its own corn; sources other grains from local farmers and suppliers; and uses solar, geothermal and heat-recovery systems to produce single-barrel bourbon. Try it at the tasting room along with other products like a honey-flavored rum and cinnamon whiskey. Maryland’s first certified organic distillery, McClintock Distilling in Frederick uses pesticide-free heirloom grains and locally sourced ingredients, repurposes its byproducts and employs a closed-loop cooling system to reduce its water consumption. Take a tour to learn about the award-winning varieties of gin, whiskey, vodka, cordials and liqueurs, then taste them afterward. In Kennedyville , Crow Vineyard & Winery is a working farm that grows grapes as well as corn and soy and raises a herd of cattle. In addition to wine tastings and farm tours, visitors can attend dining events, educational seminars and even book the Farmstay B&B in a renovated 1847 farmhouse for an immersive getaway. Tucked away in historical Sykesville , Patapsco Distilling Company prides itself on crafting spirits from Maryland-grown grains. From vodka, gin and rye whiskey to limoncello and limited editions of seasonal creations like nocino made from local black walnuts, each batch is distilled in-house. Stop by the bar to try them in cocktails that showcase their flavor and versatility. In 2025, Maryland lawmakers made the Orange Crush the state’s official cocktail. The blend of fresh orange juice, orange liqueur, orange vodka and lemon-lime soda is served over crushed ice, making for a refreshing libation that’s especially popular in the summer. Learn more about Maryland’s culinary highlights. VISITMARYLAND.ORG 27
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