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Filkins Vineyards

Filkins Vineyards

Enjoy wine tastings and wine by the glass or bottle as you soak in the views overlooking their vineyards from the tasting room and patio. 

6991 Ryno Rd., Coloma

Contessa Winery

Contessa Wine Cellars

Enjoy a vast selection of fine wines, served in an elegant tasting room reminiscent of an Italian villa. Outside, you will be treated to spectacular orchard vistas from their European-style terrace overlooking the rich, green Coloma Valley.

3235 Friday Rd., Coloma

Carriage House Ciders, LLC

Carriage House Ciders

Carriage House is a love story — a love of traditional cider made with natural ingredients from mother nature. 

920 North Shore Drive, Benton Harbor

Moonrise

Moonrise Winery

Moonrise is a family-owned and operated vineyard and winery offering a variety of wines to please all palates. Come try both varietals and novelty wines ranging from dry to sweet and enjoy the panoramic views from their tasting room.

7785 Hill Rd, Watervliet

Decatur Stillhouse

Decatur Stillhouse

Visitors can look forward to a one-of-a-kind tasting experience, where they’ll have the chance to sample the distillery’s award-winning spirits and learn about the unique processes that go into making them.

100 S. Phelps St., Dectur

White Pine Winery

White Pine Winery

Specializing in classic Rieslings, Pinot Grigio, Merlot and Serendipity - their "meritage" style blend. All wines are produced from both estate-grown and locally grown grapes by winemaker, Dr. Dave Miller.

317 State St., St. Joseph

A person in a green shirt pours a craft beer labeled -Final Gravity- from a tap. The setting is cozy with warm lighting and a smiling bartender in the background.

Final Gravity Brewing Co.

Final Gravity Brewing Company is committed to producing high-quality, innovative beers that appeal to a variety of tastes; from traditional light beers to full-flavored, heavy-bodied IPAs and stouts, they have the right beer for you.

103 N. Phelps St., Decatur

Vineyard 2121

Vineyard 2121

Vineyard 2121 has a variety of wines, ciders, beer and even wine slushies, as well as a food menu with charcuterie boards, homemade soups, weekly specials, events and more.

4110 Red Arrow Highway, Benton Harbor

12 Corners

12 Corners Vineyards

A 115-acre estate planted with both finifera and hybrid grapes. Riesling, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Gewurztraminer are but a sampling of the wine varieties offered.

1201 N. Benton Center Rd., Benton Harbor

Rachel Kawate Hill District

Hill District

The latest addition to North Pier, Hill District offers modern America cuisine paired with a new cocktail menu featuring fresh ingredients and a lineup of handcrafted North Pier brews and spirits.

107 Higman Park Rd., Benton Harbor

A glass of light beer with -NORTH PIER- written on it sits on a wooden table. Two people are in the background, smiling and chatting warmly in a cozy setting.

North Pier Brewing Company

North Pier Brewing Company is a family-friendly craft brewery focused on Belgian-inspired ales with shuffleboard, soft drinks and board games available.

670 North Shore Drive, Benton Harbor

Food and beer at The Livery.

The Livery

A stated mission to “create a gathering place that will inspire and enlighten a diverse community of people from near and far to celebrate life through beer, music and food,” can be found on a nightly basis.

190 5th Street , Benton Harbor

Two people enjoying a meal at Silver Harbor.

Silver Harbor Brewing Company

Silver Harbor Brewing features locally inspired new American-style lunch and dinner menus plus 16 handcrafted beers on tap. 

721 Pleasant St., St. Joseph

Wine tasting and chocolate at Lazy Ballerina Winery

Lazy Ballerina Winery

Have fun! Relax! Don't take yourself too seriously! Lazy Ballerina is passionate about wine and having a good time. Their tasting room features an array of small batch wine, hard cider and spirits inspired by homemade family wine recipes.

321 State St., St. Joseph

Baroda Founders Winery

Baroda Founders Tasting Room

Baroda Founders Tasting Room has a wide selection of award-winning wines ranging from classic varietals to fruit flavor enhanced and dessert wines.

415 State St., St. Joseph

A Lake Michigan Vintners staff member pours a glass of wine.

Lake Michigan Vintners

Lake Michigan Vintners offers small batch, handcrafted wines and ciders produced by the students of Lake Michigan College under the guidance of professional winemakers.

2774 E. Empire Ave., Benton Harbor

Sister Lakes Brewing Company

Sister Lakes Brewing Company

Sister Lakes Brewing Company is a family-friendly craft brewery and restaurant located in Sister Lakes featuring award-winning beers, locally sourced ingredients and two outdoor "biergartens."

92500 Co Rd 690 , Dowagiac

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Watermark Brewing Company

Known for its award-winning craft beers, welcoming atmosphere and beautiful outdoor space, Watermark Brewing was named the best Beer Garden in the US by USA Today's Reader's Choice Awards.

5781 St. Joseph Ave., Stevensville

Peat's Cider

Peat's Cider Social

Housed within a 1960's retro bowling alley, Peat's Cider Social is a place to open your palate to new hard cider and seltzer waters. 

6201 Red Arrow Highway, Stevensville

Golden Muse Winery

Golden Muse Winery

A women-owned winery, tasting room and art gallery in the heart of Lake Michigan Shore AVA offering a curated selection of vegan-friendly wines and vegetarian small bites.

8903 Stevensville-Baroda Rd, Baroda

Chill Hill Winery

Chill Hill Winery

Award-winning wine, flavorful hard cider and a chill atmosphere. Extensive wine & cider selection, plus seasonal specialty drinks and new slushie flavors every week to ensure there is something for everyone to enjoy! 

8986 First St., Baroda

Baroda Founders

Baroda Founders Wine Cellar

Baroda Founders Wine Cellar has a wide selection of award-winning wines ranging from classic varietals to fruit flavor enhanced and dessert wines.

8963 Hills Rd., Baroda

Round Barn Public House

Round Barn Brewery & Public House

Round Barn Brewery and Public House is where craft beer meets bold flavors and warm hospitality. Offering a rotating selection of expertly crafted beers along with a menu of elevated pub fare.

9151 First St., Baroda

Lemon Creek Winery

Lemon Creek Winery

Lemon Creek’s historic vineyard, winery and farm market is nestled in the heart of Michigan’s wine country. Their award-winning wines are 100% estate-grown and bottled to this day by the Lemon family.

533 East Lemon Creek Rd., Berrien Springs

Domaine Berrien Cellars

Domaine Berrien Cellars

Nestled among the grapevines on their family's 80-acre farm, Domaine Berrien Cellars offers estate grown and bottled, handcrafted wines. All of their wines are made from grapes grown and hand-picked in their vineyards.

398 East Lemon Creek Rd., Berrien Springs

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Dablon Vineyards

A family-owned, 45-acre estate vineyard growing 17 varietals crafted into more than 30 wines. Sip wine with friends & family on a gorgeous terrace overlooking the vineyard or next to their inviting fireplace.

111 W. Shawnee Rd., Baroda

A close up of a bottle of wine, and full wine glass at Free Run Cellars

Free Run Cellars

Free Run Cellars provides a welcoming, immersive experience for wine enthusiasts, visitors and locals, showcasing unique wines from Southwest Michigan.

10062 Burgoyne Rd., Berrien Springs

Gravity

Gravity Winery

The goal at Gravtiy is to help you escape and relax. Come unwind in their tasting room and expansive deck overlooking their lake and vineyards.

10220 Lauer Rd., Baroda

red top

Red Top Winery

Red Top Winery is a fun, laid-back winery with wines that match the laid-back atmosphere and flavors that make you feel like you're on a beach. All wines and ciders are on tap because it is better for the wine and the environment.

482 East Snow Rd., Baroda

Round Barn Estate is a round white building with small windows and a dark conical roof against a blue sky with clouds. Sign reads -Wine Tasting.- People are near stairs.

Round Barn Winery & Estate

Known for the iconic Amish Round Barn and award-winning wines, Round Barn Estate is more than just a winery — it’s a destination. From wine tastings and craft beers to live music and seasonal events, there’s always a reason to visit.

10983 Hills Rd., Baroda

Tabor Hill

Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant

Located in the heart of Southwest Michigan wine country, this family-owned and operated winery and restaurant is proud to offer an experience like no other — award-winning wines and upscale dining — all nestled in the rolling hills of their vineyards.

185 Mount Tabor Rd., Buchanan

Hickory Creek Winery

Hickory Creek Winery

This picturesque winery sits on 38 acres of vineyards and farmland in the heart of southwest Michigan wine country. They feature European style wines grown from vineyard fruits in our local Lake Michigan Shore AVA.

750 Browntown Rd., Buchanan

Haymarket Taproom

Haymarket Taproom

Located in a repurposed state police post, Haymarket Taproom is a laid-back brewery known for its rotating house-made craft beers and wood-fired pizzas. The space features an expansive outdoor beer garden and a family-friendly venue.

9301 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman

Transient

Transient Artisan Ales

Transient is a haven for craft beer lovers who crave innovation, quality and small-batch artistry. Known for its ever-changing lineup of barrel-aged stouts, hop-forward IPAs, mixed-fermentation sours and rustic saisons.

4229 Lake St., Bridgman

Lake Time Brewing

Lake Time Brewing & Spirits

Lake Time Brewing & Spirits seamlessly blends traditional brewing methods with modern innovation. This brewery and distillery has become a cornerstone for both locals and visitors seeking exceptional craft beverages.

4242 Lake St., Bridgman

Short wine glasses on a Michigan wood shaped tray, with a firepit in the background

Solasta Winery

Solasta is dedicated to producing outstanding wines that can stand alongside those from the great wine regions of the world.

11945 Red Arrow Hwy, Sawyer

Fulcra Brewing Company

Fulcra Brewing Company

Fulcra Brewing Company is a small brewery and taproom located on Red Arrow Highway in Harbert. They aim to produce balanced, drinkable beers for everyone to enjoy and believe a balanced life and beer go hand in hand.

13400 Red Arrow Hwy, Sawyer

A colorful frozen drink and a small whiskey shot sit on a table, branded with -St. Julian Winery.- A musician plays guitar in the blurred background outdoors.

St. Julian Winery & Distillery Tasting Room

St. Julian is Michigan's oldest, largest and most awarded winery. Shop their extensive collection of wines including their Braganini Reserve line and classic favorites like Head Games, Michcato and Sweet Revenge.

9145 Union Pier Rd, Union Pier

Round Barn Tasting Room

Round Barn Tasting Room

Can’t make it to the original Round Barn? Their Union Pier location is right off I-94 and offers the amazing wine, beers and spirits theyr're famous for. There are also a host of other wines from their sister winery, Tabor Hill.

9185 Union Pier Rd., Union Pier

Mangata Beer Co.

Mangata Beer Co.

Craft brewer of crisp lagers, traditional Belgian and English ales and experimental one-offs.

15936 Red Arrow Hwy, Union Pier

Seedz Brewery

Seedz Brewery

Small batch brewery dedicated to using locally sourced ingredients within the mid-west region. Brewing beautiful & delicate lagers/ales and mix fermentation.

16321 Red Arrow Hwy, Union Pier

Journeyman Distillery

Journeyman Distillery

This Three Oaks-based Michigan distillery is renowned for its certified organic distilled spirits. Everything poured here is handcrafted, authentic and steeped in history.

109 Generations Drive, Three Oaks

Food at Ghost Isle Brewery.

Ghost Isle Brewery

Ghost Isle Brewery is a must-visit destination for craft beer lovers seeking bold flavors, a welcoming atmosphere and a touch of local legend. Named after the eerie folklore of a nearby ghostly island in the Galien River wetlands.

17684 US HWY 12, New Buffalo

Dreihart Winery

Dreihart Winery

Blending German heritage winemaking with the rich terroir of Southwest Michigan.

6 Linden, Three Oaks

Thistledown & Row

Thistledown & Row

With a menu of new American classics and reinterpretations paired with craft ciders, meads and wines, Thistledown & Row offers a hip spot for dinner and drinks, date nights or brunch with friends.

103 Days Avenue, Buchanan

Stranger Wine Company

Stranger Wine Company

Located in one of Buchanan's original banks, experience a curated selection of seasonally-inspired wines from the Stranger Wine Company portfolio.

201 E Front St, Buchanan

Lehman's Farmhouse

Lehman's Farmhouse

The taproom has 12 beers and 6 ciders on tap along with seasonal cocktails. Customers can sample flights of beers, ciders and spirits paired with sandwiches, flatbread pizzas, appetizers and desserts.

204 N. Redbud Trail, Buchanan

River Saint Joe Beer Flight

River Saint Joe

Located on the beautiful Flatwater Farms, River Saint Joe is a farmstead brewery destination, combining the wonder of being on the farm with the deliciousness of eating and drinking farm-fresh beer, food and cider.

15475 Walton Road, Buchanan

Lehman's Orchard

Lehman's Orchard

Family owned since 1929, this fruit farm and winery currently makes fruit wines, grape wines, cider, hard ciders and meads, all from estate-grown fruits.

2280 Portage Rd., Niles

Niles Brewing Company

Niles Brewing Company

Brewery with a full service bar. Enjoy meals from all the great local restaurants as we allow food to be brought in to eat with our unique beers and cocktails.

206 E. Main St., Niles

Iron Shoe Distillery

Iron Shoe Distillery

Small batch craft distillery, cocktail bar and restaurant.

3 North 3rd St., Niles

Cassopolis Beer Co

Cassopolis Beer Co.

Enjoy deliciously unique craft beer and specialty pizza inside the old Cassopolis Fire Station, or outside on the large patio.

139 N. Broadway St., Cassopolis

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Leave the driving to someone else and enjoy the Makers Trail with a guided tour. Explore multiple stops, sample handcrafted beverages and experience Southwest Michigan's craft beverage scene with ease.

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