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Take a drive from your Ludlow Bed and Breakfast to the breweries in and around Ludlow. Each brewery has something unique to offer its visitors. The brewery tours will help you appreciate the hard work and the precision that goes into the beers. BBOnline recommends the following breweries as a must visit.
Long Trail
5520 US Rt. 4
Bridgewater, Vermont 05035-9600
(802) 672-5011
www.longtrail.com
The Long Trail is a world-class brewery in Bridgewater. The Brewery arranges for a guided tour and the visitors stand to learn a lot. The tour is informational and fun. You get to see the brewing process and understand what goes into every bottle of beer. You are given a tour of the 200 quality test procedures that the beer goes through and it is quite a fascinating experience. In the end, treat yourself to a sampling session. The guide demonstrates the right way to sample the ales. After the tour you can retire to your Ludlow Bed and Breakfast in high spirits.
Harpoon Brewery
336 Ruth Carney Dr.
Windsor, Vermont 05089-5491
(802) 674-5011
www.harpoonbrewery.com
The Harpoon Brewery has a capacity of 30,000 barrels yearly, and welcomes visitors with open arms. Head out early from your Ludlow Bed and Breakfast to make the most out of the brewery. View the production of the beer and understand the beer-making process at Harpoon. The tour of the brewery lasts 45 minutes. The tour is not open for children, and you have to be over 21 to participate. At the end of the tour, you're offered complimentary samples and you can also dine at the in-house restaurant.
McNiel's
90 Elliot St.
Brattleboro, Vermont 05301-3269
(802) 254-2553
If you are a true beer lover you will appreciate this brewery cum pub in Brattleboro. There is nothing plush or swanky about this place, it is pretty straightforward and unpretentious. The beer is brewed with utmost care and is served in the most warm and friendly environment. After you take the tour of the brewery you can sit back and enjoy your beer and catch an ongoing game at the pub. This drive from your Ludlow Inn to McNiel's Brewery will be worthwhile.
Black River Brewery
2588 Rt. 103
Ludlow, Vermont 05149-9700
(203) 228-3100
The Black River Brewery is one of a kind in the whole of Ludlow. It offers an exceptional variety of beers. The tour offers an in depth understanding of the beer-making process. The guides are highly informative and friendly. Check out the restaurant in the brewery and treat yourself to delicious local cuisines. You can also sample all the varieties of beer.
Ottercreek Brewery
74 Exchange St.
Middlebury, Vermont 05753
(802) 388-0727
Visit the Ottercreek Brewery which has an annual capacity of 40,000 barrels. Sample the craft beer and the copper ale, as they are of finest quality. Take the brewery tour and soak in the passion that goes into the making of beer. Ottercreek is owned and operated by a very young man, and his passion translates into some fine beer.