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COMMUNITY MEETS RUSTIC VERMONT FLAVORS
RED LEAF GLUTEN-FREE BREWING GLUTEN? NONE. FLAVOR? TONS
POND SKIMMING SEASON IS UPON US PROMISING MOUNTAINS OF FUN
WinterCheers!
Hey Craft Lovers! Winter is in full swing, so we hope you’re taking advantage of it, from the skiing to winter biking to winter hiking.
But if the outdoors isn’t your thing, we’ve spotlighted a couple of ways to keep you active indoors. There’s curling, indoor climbing, even indoor golf leagues. And in late winter, how about a little pond skimming? If you haven’t gone to an event, you haven’t lived winter in Vermont!
In this issue, we check in on the expansion of the Shelburne Tap House and introduce you to the Lazy Goat Tavern in Essex. Plus, we’ve got news from the Vermont Brewers Association, salute the debut of High Branch Sparkling Cannabis Cider (yes, cannabis), and proudly remind everyone that, thanks to Red Leaf Brewing in Jeffersonville, there’s now a glutenfree craft beer brewed in our very own state.
Enjoy your favorite craft beverage this winter and please continue to support our local crafters. Happy New Year!
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• Grand Garden Display (over 15,000 sq. ft.) filled with flowering bulbs, shrubs, trees, and water features!
• Over 100 vendors in horticultural/gardening/home/accessories participate in the Flower Show Marketplace
• Over 35 educational seminars and hands-on workshops
• Experts on-hand to answer your gardening and landscaping questions.
• Family Room with craft and planting activities as well as scheduled entertainment each day.
• The Federated Garden Clubs of Vermont, North District will present a National Garden Club Small Standard Flower Show: “The Story of the Garden”
• Plant Sale at the conclusion of the show on Sunday.
GOODWATER BREWERY
inter armer . It's that time of year again and Winter Warmer is here!
Warm yourself with this delightfully sweet ale spiced with seasonal favorites! www.goodwater brewer t.com
VERMONT DISTILLERS
etcalfe s herr i ueur
Make your cocktails “cherry and bright” this holiday season with Metcalfe’s Cherry Liqueur! ou can find a bottle at our tasting rooms or 802 Spirits stores in VT. Try it in the recipe below. www. ermontdistillers.com
Cherry & Bright
- 1.5 oz Metcalfe’s Cherry Liqueur
- 1.5 oz Catamount vodka
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- soda water or tonic
- rosemary & lime wedge garnish
Combine spirits and lime juice in a glass over ice. Top with soda water and add garnishes. Enjoy!
ROCK ART BREWERY
win ip ouble
Sure to satisfy, this West Coaststyle double IPA is brewed with Magnum, Citra, Simcoe, and Mosaic hops. Lots of good hop deliciousness in this beer. www.rockartbrewer .com
SIMPLE ROOTS
BREWING O ANY onstellations lack .
It’s back! A classic black IPA: dark, smooth, and bitter with Simcoe, VT Cascade, and Warrior hops. Originally brewed in 2017, it hasn’t returned until now. Stop by the taproom for a pint. www.simplerootsbrewing.com
STOWE CIDER
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A cider that’s as high as Mount Mansfield and as dry as they come. No sugar. No preservatives. Just apples. www.stowecider.com,
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Flocking Outside is a brand-new collab with our friends at Prison City Brewing in honor of their 10 years of crafting killer brews. Flocking Outside is an American IPA inspired by the jam-band vibes and communal spirit of Phish's iconic song “Birds of a Feather.” Pouring into the most enticing and fluffiest head, it is bursting with notes of sweet mandarin, zesty citrus peel, and tropical fruits, and rounded out with dank fresh pine needles. t’s brewed with Vista, clipse, and Motueka Cryo for a flock of flavor that soars! Available now at the Taproom and in New York at Prison City Pub & Brewery locations. www.lawsons nest.com
aple alle Slopeside le . t’s looking pretty festive around the tap room! t’s finally here! Maple Valley Slopeside Ale is canned up and available exclusively at the brewery Frost Street, Brattleboro, VT on draught and in cans and kegs. Stop in and see Brayton today and pick up this dark and refreshing holiday treat! ur Maple Valley Slopeside Ale is a refreshing take on Düsseldorf-style ale known as an altbier. Perfect for holiday toasting and apr s ski storytelling. Stop by and get yours today! www.whetstonebeer.com
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Available on draft only, Chief is our first hard seltzer! It’s brewed with 100% corn sugar or dextrose (no malt). It is fermented out bone dry with a blend of unique yeasts and nutrients and then rested to clarify. Flavors include Black Cherry, Raspberry, Lemon Lime, Blood range, and Blue Raspberry. www.goodmeasurebrewing.com
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Nigel Fezziwig’s Holiday Fizz, a spiced ale bottle-conditioned for a year, is fizzy and holiday spiced with a touch of funk. We brewed and served this beer around the holidays last year and bottled and saved a portion of it to condition and evolve for this year’s holiday season. www.whirligigbrewing.com
FOUR QUARTERS BREWING rench oast reat ear
Cozy up to your new cold-weather beau. This lightly smoked brown ale is finished off with local maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon sticks—reminiscent of your favorite campfire breakfast. Snag a cozy spot by the window, share a bit of cheer with a friend, and swap a campfire story or two. www.4qbc.com
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Whether you’re of Nordic ancestry or you just like top-quality, locally made botanical spirits, come in and taste our Viking Aquavit. t’s composed of Black Flannel neutral spirit steeped with four botanicals, including a robust quantity of caraway seed, then redistilled to give a complex spirit with a taste that’s akin to sipping rye bread with a very slight hint of licorice and citrus. nce you taste it, you’ll want to buy at least one bottle for yourself and those spirits lovers on your Christmas or other holiday gift list. www.black annel.com
We teamed up with our neighbors at Hackett’s Orchard to combine two of Vermont’s most iconic crops. High Branch Sparkling Cannabis Cider is made with our sungrown cannabis and fresh-pressed, naturally sweet cider.
Fun for Indoor Sports Enthusiasts
There are lots of alternatives to the slopes, if you know where to look
People across the globe look forward to the winter with one image in mind: snowcovered slopes. But skiing and snowboarding aren’t for everyone! If you prefer to stay indoors, safe from the windchill, or if you simply aren’t a fan of high speeds, there are still plenty of entertainment options available to you.
BrewView explored several of these alternative winter sports and entertainment options, and here’s what we discovered.
CURLING
Curling is a game in which two teams of four players each slide curling stones over a stretch of ice toward a target circle, and the place to play it is at Rutland Rocks
Curling Club . Rutland Rocks is an “arena club,” meaning they own their own stones and equipment, but don’t operate their own facilities. Instead, they lease time two nights a week at the Giorgetti Arena, which is owned by the city of Rutland.
The management at the nonprofit club told BrewView that they welcome members of all ages and ability levels. “The members of our club are especially dedicated to the ‘spirit of curling.’ People are friendly, our club is very social, and people like to play the game to the best of their ability but are not overly competitive,” says club board member Matt Olewnik.
Rutland Rocks also has youth programs at local schools and hosts the state’s only local curling
tournament each year—called a bonspiel. The club is also working to create a shorter version of the game for seniors, which they plan to call “Sturling.” They hope to raise funds to build a dedicated curling club in Vermont.
INDOOR GOLF
Snow and ice aren’t the best ground cover for golf. So try indoor simulators like those at the Green Room instead! You don’t have to be a golf pro to enjoy them. The Green Room boasts a newly constructed space with two state-of-the art full-swing simulators.
And if you want the company but just aren’t feeling your swing that day, the facility has a movie theater screen in the background that can play movies, music, or television. t offers other sports, too, so you can simulate hockey, basketball, baseball, lacrosse, and even zombie dodgeball, just to name a few.
The Green Room also hosts private events where guests can rent out simulators and an attached bar area, and they’re starting up a winter golf league for 2025.
ROCK CLIMBING
Rock climbing isn’t just a workout—it promotes mental health, provides a place for social interaction, and is simply fun! At Petra Cliffs Climbing Center & Mountaineering School , visitors, with help from staff, can try out bouldering (climbing lower to the ground without a harness), using the auto belays (a device that allows you to clip in and climb without a partner), or “top roping,” learning how to belay (managing the rope for your climber).
pen since 000, Petra Cliffs offers a variety of options depending on your skill level and preferences. “We love providing a place for the community and visitors to play, learn, connect, and to experience healthy challenges,” owner Andrea Charest tells BrewView.
Petra Cliffs hosts a variety of parties, like the Reel Rock Film Tour and the “Beans & Boulders” bouldering competition, and they are building a new climbing facility just a few hundred feet from their current location in Burlington.
Green Mountain Rock Climbing Center also boasts a friendly and welcoming environment. “Indoor climbing is an activity we want to make accessible to anyone and everyone, with experience or without,” says Haley Elliott, an instructor at Green Mountain.
Green Mountain focuses on climbers of all ages. They offer training programs specially designed for kids six and under called Little Rockers and Gecko Training, and an older-adult group called the “Flailing Fossils.” There is also a ten-week competitive adult league, which includes a handicap system.
“What excites me most is seeing personal growth happen for the youth of our community! Climbing is both a physical sport, and a thinking sport and getting to witness our students have breakthroughs in their personal climbing journeys is wonderful,” Haley says.
If you’re around the Upper Valley, check out The Notch . Josh Garrison, the co-founder and climbing manager there, describes the business as a “kidfriendly modern climbing gym with engaging, challenging, and fun climbing routes and boulder problems.”
The Notch is working on expanding its program offerings and soon will launch an adult league and community competition.
“The Notch fills a void in the pper Valley and provides a gathering place for outdoor and community-oriented individuals looking to share climbing with others,” Josh says. “We are most excited about creating a positive and healthy community gathering place for our members.
VERMONTERS GONE WILD!
Pond skimming season is upon us, promising tons of fun for the whole family
As spring approaches, ski enthusiasts and fun seekers alike are gearing up for one of the most entertaining traditions of the season: pond skimming. This lighthearted competition sees skiers and snowboarders donning outrageous costumes as they attempt to glide across a man-made pond without sinking. Vermont’s top ski resorts—Sugarbush, Killington, and Smugglers’ Notch—are hosting their
annual pond skimming events this April, promising a day full of fun, laughter, and memorable moments.
WHAT IS POND SKIMMING?
Pond skimming is a spring skiing tradition that combines humor, creativity, and skill. Participants attempt to ski or snowboard across a pond, often resulting in epic splashes for those who don’t make it across. Spectators play a big role in the fun,
cheering for participants and enjoying the creative costumes and amusing wipeouts. Many resorts turn their pond skimming events into full-day festivals, with live music, food, and additional contests.
TIPS FOR PARTICIPANTS
If you plan to participate, keep these tips in mind:
Dress Creatively: Costumes are a key part of the fun. The more elaborate,
the better! Consider themes that are humorous or unexpected but still allow for movement.
Sign Up Early: Participation is limited, so register as soon as the event details are announced.
Be Prepared: While the goal is to skim across the pond, many participants take an icy dip. Bring a change of clothes and a towel, just in case.
Follow the Rules: Ensure you
understand and follow the resort’s safety guidelines.
TIPS FOR SPECTATORS
Watching is just as fun as participating. Get the most out of your experience with these tips.
Arrive Early: Good viewing spots can fill up quickly, so plan to get there before the event starts.
Stay Comfortable: Dress in layers to stay warm in Vermont’s unpredictable spring weather.
Bring Snacks: While resorts often have food and beverage vendors, packing your own can save time. Capture the Moment: Don’t forget your camera these events are filled with photo-worthy moments.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
Pond skimming is more than just a ski tradition—it’s a celebration of the change from winter to spring. It’s a chance to laugh, enjoy creative costumes, and see some impressive (and often hilarious) performances. Whether you’re a participant or a spectator, these events promise memories you’ll cherish.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Be sure to check each resort’s website for the latest details on times and registration. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the fun this spring!
Sugarbush Resort 1840 Sugarbush Access Road, Warren, VT www.sugarbush.com
Killington Resort 4763 Killington Road, Killington, VT www.killington.com
Smugglers’ Notch Resort 4323 Vermont Route 108 South, Jeffersonville, VT www.smuggs.com
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EVENT DETAILS BY RESORT
Here’s all the information you need to join the excitement.
SUGARBUSH RESORT
Date: April 5, 2025
Time: 11am–2pm
Location: Lincoln Peak base area
Spectators can expect plenty of laughs and a lively atmosphere as participants attempt to ski or snowboard across a 120-foot pond. Creative costumes are a hallmark of the event, with participants often dressing up as superheroes, animals, or even food items.
Event registration details will be available closer to the event date. Visit Sugarbush’s website for updates. View highlights from previous years on Sugarbush’s blog, www.blog.sugarbush.com
KILLINGTON RESORT
Date: April 12, 2025
Time: To be determined (typically midday)
Location: In front of the K-1 Lodge
This event is open to 100 skiers and snowboarders. Spots fill up fast, so be sure to register early. Wear your funniest and most original costumes! One duo dressed as the Titanic and the iceberg that brought her down! Last year’s event was a crowd favorite, with music, fun commentary, and exciting splashes. Prizes will go to: Best Costume, Best Overall Skim, Biggest Splash, and more.Browse photos from last year’s event at www.powdr.canto.com/s/ QHIVU?viewIndex=0.
SMUGGLERS’ NOTCH RESORT
Date: April 4, 2025
Sponsor: Presented by Zero Gravity
Location: Smugglers’ Notch base area
This family-friendly event is open to skiers and snowboarders of all ages. Every year, participants dress up in crazy costumes and try to outdo one another with daring skims. Judges award prizes for Best Costume and Best Skim, adding an extra layer of fun to the competition.
The organizers will announce more details closer to the event. Check the Smugglers’ Notch website for updates. For photos of previous skim events, check out Smugglers' Notch's Facebook page, www.facebook.com/SmugglersNotch/ posts/10159816124507298/
INTERESTING FINDS
BY MARIE EDINGER
GLUTEN? NONE. FLAVOR? TONS
Red Leaf Gluten-Free Brewing continues to impress and hopes to expand
There are those who say brewing is a labor of love. For Red Leaf Gluten-Free Brewing owners Matt and Andrea Stanley, it’s been part of their personal love story.
Matt and Andrea say that when they first met, they loved going to breweries together. One year, Andrea surprised Matt with a . -gallon homebrew kit to play with.
But about seven or eight years after they met, their favorite hobby seemed to fall out of favor. Andrea began having major issues digesting beer, and learned that she had celiac disease, an immune disorder that requires the elimination of gluten from one’s diet. After a bit, Matt wound up with the
same sensitivity and adopted Andrea’s new gluten-free eating habits.
But the two of them refused to let go of beer. Matt started using his home brew kit to create their own beers.
At the time, there weren’t many gluten-free options for any food, let alone beer. The only option was to make it with a sweet extract of sorghum, a plant related to sugarcane. Matt says it produced a thin, onedimensional taste.
“Gluten-free beer, by its nature, can be a little lighter,” he explains. “ t’s not cultivated to have so much sugar ready to go.”
Plus, with regular beer, many home brewers can look up recipes online to
help guide them in the crafting their brews. Gluten-free brewers didn’t have that option.
“We were just kind of winging it,” Matt says. “For a number of years, we were just playing around. And then one day, you think, Wow, this is really good!’”
He started making small batches two and a half to five gallons at a time. t took a couple of years for Matt and Andrea to feel comfortable with the equipment and the recipes enough to move forward in creating an actual brewery.
“We really liked our beer,” Matt says. But then to actually see people latch on to us… There’s a couple of adjectives that come to mind. think
the first one is validating.’”
Nowadays, there are a lot more gluten-free ingredient options on the market that Matt says drastically improve the flavor and depth of the beer along with the types of brews they’re able to produce.
“We’ve had so many people come in who are just honestly surprised, saying, ’d never would would have guessed this is gluten-free.’”
They finally opened Red Leaf in 01 , only for the pandemic to hit shortly after. That wasn’t entirely bad for the business, however. t forced Matt to figure out the canning side of things.
Red Leaf can’t use mobile canners because those facilities interact with products that contain gluten. “We’re just not willing to take any risk,” he explains. “So we can everything here ourselves in the brewery, one can at a time, by hand.”
Right now, the canning operation is still pretty small because the brewery’s output as a whole remains small.
f you’re looking to try Red Leaf, it is available at a few other breweries and in some local stores as well. But your best bet is to check out the
Red Leaf Taproom on Main Street in Jeffersonville.
The taproom is located in one of the oldest homes in the city, in a house donated to the area’s historic society. t was the site of the original telephone exchange for the village back in the 1 0s. Matt has been working to renovate and modernize it a bit.
Matt says Jeffersonville has a “Small Town SA” feel to it, with year-round tourist traffic mixed in with locals who’ve supported Red Leaf and cheered them on through the years.
At the taproom itself, Matt says he and Andrea have created an intimate, cozy experience where visitors can have lots of one-on-one time with their server or even with the owners.
“We just get really, really thrilled We really like just getting to know people,” Matt says. “ t’s not abnormal for someone to come in the door and start crying because they re so happy to have a safe, gluten-free brewery where they can go and enjoy a beer and feel normal.’”
The taproom includes a living room area with a couple of couches and a coffee table where people can kick back
and hang out. Matt says that he and one of their customers built the bar together.
“ t’s just a really tight-knit community, and we really enjoy being a part of it,” Matt says.
More surprising: Matt and Andrea’s brewery is just a sideline. They both have full-time jobs, which have prevented them from expanding the brewery as they’d hoped.
n the summer of 0 , they’d hoped to get larger equipment and increase their output from one barrel to . . But a flood took out their electrical system and their furnace, which cost them 0,000 in damages.
The dream of expansion is still alive, but Matt says it may look different from what he originally planned.
n the meantime, Matt and Andrea are working on new beers. They’ve resurrected a bourbon barrel-aged porter, and friends brought them some peaches from Georgia, which they crafted into a peach Saison. This summer, they plan to roll out a summer ale.
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THE LAZY GOAT TAVERN Embrace the spirit of warmth
At The Lazy Goat Tavern, we invite families, travelers, and locals to gather and savor the best of Vermont. Our seasonal dishes celebrate the freshest ingredients from nearby farms, thoughtfully crafted by Chef Gregory Lang, NECI ’89. Whether you crave a hearty
COMMUNITY MEETS
RUSTIC VERMONT
FLAVORS AT THE LAZY GOAT TAVERN
breakfast, a three-course dinner, or a decadent dessert, each bite will deliver the rustic flavors Vermont is known for.
Here, our commitment extends beyond delicious food. Our cozy tavern is a hub for community, where you can admire local art on the walls
and enjoy live music from talented Vermont musicians. Take in the rich history of The Essex Resort & Spa, the only four-season culinary resort in Chittenden County, and become part of our story.
At The Lazy Goat Tavern, we embrace a spirit of warmth, camaraderie, and a touch of whimsy. Though goats may be playful and social, they are also hard workers, just like the farmers who inspire our name. After a long day, even the busiest farmer might be teased as a “lazy goat” for enjoying a well-earned rest.
So, stay awhile, soak up the welcoming atmosphere, and connect with new friends and old. The Lazy Goat Tavern isn’t just a place to eat— it’s a place to belong.
Pair your meal with a brew from our perfectly curated local craft beers and cider, including our very own Lazy Goat Ale and Lazy Goat Cider. We feature Vermont favorites such as Queen City, Fiddlehead, Long Trail, Switchback, and Zero Gravity. As one keg runs dry, another highly rated brew is ready to take its place. Sip and enjoy here at The Lazy Goat.
INTERESTING FINDS
BY EMILY PARKER
CIDER MEETS CANNABIS
How two neighboring farms crafted a Vermont original
When local farms unite, the results can be magical. Such is the case with Sunset Lake Cannabis and Hackett’s Orchard, whose partnership brought forth High Branch Sparkling Cannabis Cider.
This innovative beverage combines Vermont’s apple-growing tradition with its emerging cannabis industry, creating a product that is as bold as it is rooted in the state’s heritage.
COLLABORATION ROOTED IN HISTORY AND COMMUNITY
The partnership between Sunset Lake Cannabis and Hackett’s Orchard grew
naturally from a shared history and proximity. Sam Bellavance, owner of Sunset Lake Cannabis, explains, “Hackett’s Orchard has always had a special place in my heart. My grandmother was the sister of Celia Hackett, one of the orchard’s original owners.” Childhood visits filled with apple picking and family tours left an impression, making Hackett’s the obvious collaborator for the project.
For Orchard Manager Devin Hackett, the decision was equally straightforward. “They’re as local as local gets!” he says. “I can practically see their farm from our orchard.” This closeness allowed the
two businesses to work together seamlessly, merging their expertise to craft something truly unique.
WHAT MAKES HIGH BRANCH CANNABIS CIDER SPECIAL
High Branch Sparkling Cannabis Cider stands out in the crowded cannabis beverage market for its simplicity and commitment to quality. “There are a lot of tasty cannabis beverages in Vermont,” says Rev Baker, director of marketing at Sunset Lake Cannabis, “but High Branch is crafted with fresh farm produce no chemical flavors or added sweeteners, just crisp apples and sun-grown cannabis.”
Hackett’s Orchard provided a blend of Macintosh and Crispin apples, two Vermont staples that balance tartness with natural sweetness. Sunset Lake Cannabis added sun-grown cannabis, known for its robust terpene profile, which balances the cider’s flavor with a subtle bitterness. The result is a crisp, effervescent drink with fine bubbles reminiscent of Prosecco.
PERFECTING THE BLEND
Creating High Branch was a meticulous process. Hackett’s Orchard developed a cider blend that highlighted its apples’ terroir, the unique flavor profile shaped by the land. Sunset Lake Cannabis worked with Taunik, a well-loved Vermont cannabis drink manufacturer, to refine the recipe. “It took a lot of taste tests,”
says Rev, “but we found the perfect balance of sweetness and cannabis complexity.”
A NOD TO VERMONT TRADITION
High Branch is more than just a beverage it’s a reflection of Vermont’s agricultural roots. “Vermont has been growing apples since the 1 00s,” Rev shares, “and now, with cannabis legalized, we’re merging two iconic crops in a way that’s authentic to the state.”
The drink even pays homage to history with its Stoned Fence Cocktail, a nonalcoholic twist on Ethan Allen’s favorite libation.
STONED FENCE COCKTAIL
6 oz. High Branch Sparkling Cannabis Cider (5mg THC) 2 dashes Angostura bitters Lemon peel twist Crushed ice
Pour the cider over crushed ice in a glass, add bitters, and garnish with a lemon peel.
ENJOY RESPONSIBLY
Each can of High Branch contains two 5mg THC servings, designed for sharing or sipping slowly. High Branch is made with fast-acting nano-emulsified THC, so most people will start to feel the effects within 10-20 minutes. However, Sunset Lake
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Cannabis recommends that newcomers start with one serving and wait up to an hour before enjoying another.
COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY
Hackett’s Orchard and Sunset Lake Cannabis are deeply committed to sustainability. Hackett’s keeps its apples fresh year-round with energy-efficient refrigerated storage, implemented in partnership with fficiency Vermont. n the fields, smaller, more productive apple trees reduce labor and environmental impact.
Sunset Lake Cannabis takes its efforts further as Vermont’s first Climate Neutral Certified cannabis farm. “Sustainability is central to every decision we make,” Sam says. Their eco-conscious practices prioritize land preservation and responsible farming, setting an example for Vermont agriculture.
LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
The success of High Branch has inspired plans for future collaborations. “We’re already brainstorming new recipe ideas,” Sam shares, hinting at what’s to come. But no matter the next steps, the cider remains a celebration of Vermont’s community, crops, and creativity.
Whether you’re a cider enthusiast or a cannabis connoisseur, High Branch offers a taste of Vermont like no other—refreshing, balanced, and undeniably local.
CHEERS to 2025 and Beyond
A steadfast commitment to quality is what Vermont’s craft beer industry is all about
As the calendar flips to a new year, Vermont’s craft beer industry is raising a glass to innovation, resilience, and community connection. Long celebrated as one of the most vibrant beer scenes in the nited States, Vermont is no stranger to both challenges and triumphs. The upcoming year promises exciting trends, continued sustainability efforts, and a steadfast commitment to quality
that keeps the Green Mountain State at the forefront of craft brewing.
TAPPING INTO CHANGING TASTES
Consumer preferences are evolving, and Vermont breweries are quick to adapt. Low-alcohol-by-volume ABV beers are becoming the go-to for beer enthusiasts who want to savor flavors without the buzz. Vermont
brewers are leading the charge with everything from refreshing lagers to sparkling hop waters. At this year’s Vermont Craft Brewers Conference, Jack Hendler and Joe Connolly of Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers shared their expertise on modern lagers, captivating a packed room. The buzz around lighter, “sessionable” beers, i.e., those with a low alcohol content, isn’t just a trend it’s a movement.
But the innovation doesn’t stop there. Vermont breweries are diversifying beyond beer, crafting hard seltzers, ciders, and even barrel-aged spirits to compete with a growing lineup of alcoholic beverages. This expansion requires investment in new equipment and production techniques, but the payoff
is a broader audience and fresh opportunities to surprise loyal patrons.
A COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY
In a state where environmental consciousness is second nature, Vermont’s breweries are setting the bar high for sustainable practices. The
Vermont Brewers Association (VBA) Sustainability Committee is at the forefront, helping breweries reduce waste, compost spent grain, and improve energy efficiency. Through partnerships with fficiency Vermont, breweries have saved $114,000 annually in energy costs and avoided over 426 metric tons of carbon emissions each year since 2020. These initiatives not only protect Vermont’s natural beauty but also reflect the ethos of the craft beer industry—carefully crafted beer for a carefully cared for planet.
BOUNCING BACK STRONG
The pandemic tested Vermont’s craft beer scene, but resilience and creativity carried the industry through. Taprooms have become hubs of
VERMONT BREWERS ASSOCIATION
52 Bridge Street Richmond, VT www.vermontbrewers.com
connection, hosting trivia nights, mug clubs, and community events that bring people together. While staffing shortages and supply chain hiccups linger, Vermont breweries continue to thrive, driven by an unshakable love of good beer and great company.
Outdoor events remain essential, though unpredictable weather can pose challenges. Rising costs of ingredients and materials are also squeezing profit margins. et Vermont’s brewers aren’t ones to back down, finding innovative solutions to keep their businesses and their beer flowing.
BREWING TOURISM AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
Craft beer isn’t just a beverage in Vermont it’s an economic powerhouse. With a $419 million economic impact in 0 , Vermont’s breweries lead the nation in production and consumption per capita. Last year alone, Vermont produced 352,999 barrels of craft beer, solidifying its status as a beer-lover’s paradise.
The VBA’s Passport Program has turned beer tourism into an adventure. Enthusiasts collect digital stamps at participating breweries, redeeming them for prizes while boosting local business. Over the past year, nearly 14,400 stamps were collected, generating an estimated $5,643 per brewery.
And let’s not forget the Vermont Brewers Festival in Burlington—a marquee event that draws thousands of visitors. Featuring exclusive festival beers, creative collaborations, and participation from 46 breweries, the festival showcases the camaraderie and creativity that make Vermont’s beer scene unique.
A TOAST TO THE FUTURE
As Vermont’s craft beer industry heads into 202 , the outlook is bright. The Vermont Brewers Association’s 30th anniversary this year will be celebrated with a special collaboration beer, honoring three decades of innovation and community. Founded in 1 by Greg Noonan, the VBA has been instrumental in shaping the state’s craft beer culture and championing legislative changes that paved the way for brewpubs and on-site beer sales.
The industry’s history is rich, but its future is equally exciting. Brewers are embracing emerging trends, from low-ABV options to cutting-edge sustainability practices, ensuring that Vermont remains a leader in craft brewing.
As the state continues to navigate challenges and seize opportunities, one thing is certain: Vermont’s craft beer industry will keep raising the bar—and raising glasses to what’s next.
INTERESTING FINDS
BY MARIE EDINGER
NEW DIGS, NEW DEALS, SAME VIBES
The Shelburne Tap House now has more room and an expanded menu
The Shelburne Tap House is growing. And when it comes to the decision to expand, owners Barbara Cote and Roselle Tena say there was a want and a need. “We wanted to expand our bar, restaurant seating, and kitchen space,” Barb and Roselle say. “We also felt that our neighborhood needed another pizza option and that presented an opportunity to add to our already eclectic menu.”
The expansion became a reality when some adjacent space became available. “We jumped on the opportunity to expand, feeling that the time was right, and the need was glaring,” Barb and Roselle say. “We had outgrown our old bar and kitchen spaces. Every corner, chair, and table were a bit crowded in the old space,
and now there’s more room–it’s kind of a breath of fresh air and light.” The expansion began in late February 2023 and finished in late June 0 .
A NEW BAR AND EVENT ROOM
The highlight of the expanded space is the newly built bar made from Vermont pine from Clifford Lumber in Hinesburg over 60 feet of wood was ordered to get the angles and depth exact! It is a true “work of art” and stunning reflection of the Vermont countryside.
Another addition to the expansion is the creation of a flex room referred to as the “Rainbow Room.” The room can be rented for private parties of 30-40 guests. When not in use for private parties, it is used as a lounge so people can hang out and have a drink while they wait for a table.
PRECISION PIZZA MAKING
As part of the expansion Barb and Roselle brought in an electric energyefficient pizza oven. “We put a lot of research and testing of other ovens before deciding on our Polin oven from Italy. It’s a precision pizza-making oven, enabling us to make the pizza exactly the way we want it.”
The Shelburne Tap House pizza dough is a cold-fermented dough that begins with a 24-hour “poolish” and then another 48 hours of cold fermentation. The extra time allotted for that style of dough results in a more flavorful dough with great texture and mouthfeel. Additionally, the cold fermentation makes the dough more easily digestible for some. Undoubtedly, making pizza dough is also a labor of love and as the Shelburne Tap House
looks to expand the pizza menu offerings, be on the lookout for subs, pizza sandwiches, and slices.
Currently pizza is available Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with offerings such as a Smashburger Pizza comprised of sesame-crusted pizza dough, special sauce, mozzarella, crumbled smash burgers, white onion, American cheese, and “shrettuce” or a Mortadella and Burrata Pizza Sandwich comprised of a baked pizza dough folded and stuffed with thinly sliced mortadella, Vermont burrata, basil pesto, fresh basil, and crushed pistachios.
COLLABORATIONS ARE KEY
All that fantastic food is created largely with fresh ingredients through collaborations with local producers. The Shelburne Tap House works with several local farmers while in season or as they have fresh produce available. They source their ground
beef from Fat Cow Farm in Charlotte and utilize many of the great Vermont cheeses Jasper Hill, Grafton, Shelburne Farms and more. Local ice cream from Sisters of Anarchy rounds out many of the local, Vermont and regional outsourcing of delicious food.
The expanded bar also offers an opportunity to expand their beverage options and partner with ero Gravity Brewery to create their house signature beer called “Barb” a delicious, easydrinking hazy PA. “Barb” is available on draft and by growler bring in your own or they will provide one for you. n addition to “Barb” and other ero Gravity pours, you will always find tasty suds from Fiddlehead, Switchback, Frost, Sip of Sunshine, and many other great Vermont breweries.
TRUE TO THEIR MANTRA
The Shelburne Tap House mantra has always been “Friends Gather Here…”
and will continue to be an active partner in the community by donating to countless silent auctions, local school sporting teams and activity groups, raising money for the CH LL Foundation, Cochran’s Ski Program, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or by yearly sponsorship of Shelburne’s Town Fireworks. Clearly, the Shelburne Tap House understands its role in the community as a gathering place for all.
They also know that their reach can go beyond the local radius, and in July of 0 , the Shelburne Tap House worked with local and state representatives to coordinate an effort to feed free meals to those affected and volunteering in the cleanup of the aftermath of the devasting summer floods. “We got the green light and immediately filled our food truck, “Foodie Vuitton,” and drove to Montpelier and fed over 00 people. We didn’t leave until the truck was empty of all food,” Barb and Roselle say. ther fundraising events supported the Homeless Prevention Center in Rutland with a beverage program they hosted at the bar called “Cocktails for a Cause,” where a dollar was donated from each featured cocktail sold.
The Shelburne Tap House continues to be a local female-owned business, offering a welcome environment for all. t’s a comfy, cozy place to bring the family or meet with friends and watch a game or catch up over an array of delicious food offerings and tasty libations.
SHELBURNE TAP HOUSE
8 Shelburne Road
Shelburne, VT www.shelburnetaphouse.com
HOURS
Monday and Tuesday: 9:30-8pm
Wednesday–Saturday: 9:30 - 9pm sunday: 11-6
HOURS
Monday and Tuesday: 9:30-8pm
Wednesday–Saturday: 9:30 - 9pm sunday: 11-6
CANNABIS CORNER
BY MEREDITH MANN, JESSILYN DOLAN, AND AMELIA
We got so much "buzz" about this Cannabis Corner, we thought we'd run it again for those that missed it last year.
THANKS TO CAMBRIDGE CANNABIS COMPANY FOR BEING THIS EDITION’S DONATING SPONSOR!
Nestled on the northernmost point of Mount Mansfield and a world-renowned ski resort, Smugglers Notch and it’s caverns in Cambridge, were once used for safe passage and storage of alcohol and contraband during periods of government overreach. Cambridge’s legacy as a protector of free will, choice, and safe passage continues through Cambridge Cannabis Company dispensary. www.cambridgecannabiscompany.com
GROWER: Honey Tree Farm
STRAIN: Wizard Express
GENETICS: Blissful Wizard x Pineapple Express
OUTDOOR SUN GROWN
LAB TESTS: THC %: 24.5
TERPENES: 2.96%
HARVESTDATE: Fall 2023
Wizard Express, a cross of Blissful Wizard and Pineapple xpress, was grown on repurposed organic hayfields at a retired dairy farm in Barre. Honey Tree Farm produces both indoor- and outdoor-grown flowers, with Wizard xpress being one of the 0 fall outdoor strains it released.
As we opened the biodegradable bag, the initial nose was sweet, floral, and tropical. Secondary notes were earth with a touch of spice. The structure was typical of Vermont outdoor grown. With our scope, we saw a moderate amount of mature, amber, and ripened trichomes, just ready for picking or smoking .
As we opened the nugget and ground her up, the sweet aroma shone through. t was a little dry for grinding and rolling. The sweet aroma opened with a splash of tropical and floral notes as we rolled, and inhaled our j’s before lighting the “dry hit” . nce we lit up, a moderate creamy smoke came through, and the sweetness reigned supreme once again with a touch of chem, earth, and spice on the back end. Cambridge Cannabis states, “This tasty strain will have you grabbing your
wizard wand and looking for your seat on the Wizard xpress after just the first hit!” For us, we found it to be stimulating, motivating, and energizing, noting those with anxiety might want to exercise caution. www.honeytreefarmvt.com
GROWER: Lost Lake Cannabis
STRAIN: Blueberry Muffin
GENETICS: Humboldt Seed Company Razzle Berry x Purple Panty ropper
OUTDOORGROWN
LAB TESTS: THC %: 1 . , 18. total cannabinoids
TERPENES: 3.53%
HARVESTDATE: Fall 2023
As we pulled the nugget from the bag, the beautiful purple color was striking. We raved about the “bag appeal” for the color alone. t was evident the detailed trim job was done with care on the loosely structured kolas inside. Through our scope, the trichome coverage was moderate, with small, lean, and clear trichome heads, many intact, and the deep, brilliant purple color awed us.
The immediate aroma was an undeniably sweet blueberry and chem, followed by well-balanced spice, floral, and earth to round her out. To us, it was a classic and delicious mix. Sweet came powering through on the grind after the roll and dry hit, it went back to the fruit and blueberry.
This hit the mark with an overall quality cure, evident on the grind and with the roll. There was great moisture content for an outdoor-grown, bulk-stored flower, and it rolled and burned very nicely. For a beta-caryophyllene dominant strain, she smoked smoothly and consistently.
Blueberry Muffin has a top-notch, all-around great profile for newcomers and savory and sweet lovers, with a beautiful mix of terpenes and just enough THC. The fruitiness is just right, and spice, sweetness, floral, and that pungent kick of chem hit home. t will show just about anyone a good taste and time.
The high came on quickly as the thick smoke coats your throat, mouth, and nasal passages. Powerful, relaxing effects were the consensus, as you might expect from a strain with 1. % beta-caryophyllene and 0. 1% myrcene, followed by humulene, bisabolol, and limonene terpenes. nown to be supportive of pain,
it also has gastrointestinal benefits, increasing appetite, decreasing nausea, and stimulating digestion. With a solid head high and deep body relaxation, the Blueberry Muffin was mildly sedative, and left a big smile on our faces. We think it will do the same for you!
Lost Lake Cannabis is a small-batch, sustainable, outdoor grower located in Northern Vermont, giving 100% effort, love and care to each plant. www.lostlakecannabis.com
GROWER: VT Green Castle Reserve
STRAIN: Gummiez
GENETICS: Jet Fuel Gelato x Peach Ringz.
INDOOR GROWN
LAB TESTS: THC % 22.48 total, 27.03 total cannabinoids TERPENES: 1.9%
HARVEST DATE: Summer 2023
With a deep almost warm color of kelly green, purple highlights, and vibrant orange stigmas, Gummiez was a picture worthy of capturing. The structure was extremely dense and tight, true to
form, and up to par for an indoor, synthetic nutrient-grown strain.
Viewing small yet intact trichomes through our scopes, we noted many amber-colored heads, speaking to the maturity and time the cultivator allowed for true ripening.
We then drew Gummiez in close to assess the aroma. The first notes brought us a tangy, candy-like fruity sweetness, true to its name. They were followed by an aroma reminiscent of ground coffee, a nutty and warm smell. We continued looking for brighter notes on the grind and dry hit, and unearthed a more complex nose, adding some spice and sweetness, especially on the dry hit.
As we burned this one down, we didn’t notice the greasy ring around the joint’s tip like we often do with Jet Fuel strains. The fruit flavors and the Peach Ringz genetics continued to be the main flavor on our palates, with coffee reminding us of the uplifting effects to be expected. The intense spice and tickle in the back of our throats reminded us of either the potent transcaryophyllene terpene packed into this strain or the synthetic nutrients used to help bring her to life!
The tangy, almost apricot and peach-like fruitiness with tantalizing coffee notes and a spicy bite on the back end were followed by moderately layered flavors that blended nicely into a perfectly uplifting and energizing pick-me-up. The smoke was smooth and light-bodied and tickled the nose and throat halfway down. Stimulating, cheerful, and cerebral, it equated to one ready-to-rock, happy camper for hours on end! For the person looking for that deeper body high and physicality, or someone who needs to be cautious due to anxiety, we might say to look further. For the person who is all about playing, dancing, being creative, or chatting it up, Gummiez by VT Green Castle Reserve is what you are looking for.
Green Castle Reserve is a small family business with a topof-the-line “indoor” grow facility that yields premium products, so check them out at Cambridge Cannabis Company or www.vtgreencastlereserve.com
Check out our reviewers at www.magicmann.com and www.cannabisnurse.com
Vermont Dispensaries
1. Magic Mann, Essex Junction
2. Garcia’s Cannabis, Burlington
3. Lake E ect Cannabis, South Hero
4. Vermont Bud Barn, Brattleboro
5. Cannabis Maximus, Brattleboro
6. Down to the Roots Dispensary, Chester
7. Emeraldrose Grows Dispensary, Bristol
8. Winooski Organics, Winooski
9. Vermont Good re Cannabis Dispensary, Waterbury Center
10. Something Wicked Cannabis, Bethel
11. MothaPlant Dispensary, St. Albans
12. Northeast Kannabis, St. Johnsbury
Harvest Brewing Benningtonwww.harvestbrewing.netThu–Sat
Madison Brewing Benningtonwww.madisonbrewingco.com
Bent Hill Brewery Braintree www.benthillbrewery.comFri–Sun
Foley Brothers Brewing Co.Brandon www.foleybrothersbrewing.com Wed–Sun
Red Clover Ale Brandon www.redcloverale.comThu–Sun
Snow Republic Brattleboro www.snowrepublicbrewery.com
Whetstone Brewing Brattleborowww.whetstonestation.comCheck
Long Trail Brewing Bridgewater Common www.longtrail.com
Bobcat Brewery and CaféBristol www.thebobcatcafe.com
Hogback Mountain BrewingBristol www.hogbackbrew.comCheck
Burlington Beer CompanyBurlington www.burlingtonbeer company.com
Foam Brewers Burlingtonwww.foambrewers.com
Freak Folk Bier Burlingtonwww.freakfolkbier.comCheck
Queen City Brewery Burlingtonwww.queencitybrewery.netTue–Sun
Simple Roots BrewingBurlington www.simplerootsbrewing.com Wed–Sun
Switchback Brewing Co.Burlingtonwww.switchbackvt.com
Vermont Pub and BreweryBurlingtonwww.vermontbrewery.com
Zero Gravity Craft BreweryBurlingtonwww.zerogravitybeer.com
House of FermentologyCharlotte www.houseo ermentology.com Check website
Green Empire BrewingColchesterwww.gebrew.com Fri–Sat
Red Barn Brewing Danville www.redbarnbrewingvt.comFri–Sat
Dirt Church BreweryEast Havenwww.dirtchurchvt.comTues, Thu–Sun
1st Republic BrewingEssex Junction www.1strepublicbrewingco.com Tue–Sun
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Hill Farmstead Brewery Greensboro www.hillfarmstead.com
Frost Beer Works Hinesburg www.frostbeerworks.com
Ten Bends Beer Hyde Park www.tenbendsbeer.com
Lot Six Brewing Je ersonville www.lotsixbrewing.com
Red Leaf Gluten-Free Brewing Je ersonville www.facebook.com/redleafgf
Beer Naked Brewery Marlboro www.facebook.com /BNBrewery
Drop-In Brewing Company Middlebury www.dropinbrewing.com
Rock Art Brewery Morrisville www.rockartbrewery.com
Kingdom Brewing Newport www.kingdombrewingvt.com
Good Measure Brewing Co. Northfield www.goodmeasurebrewing.com
Kraemer & Kin North Hero www.kraemerandkin.com
Beer Works Rutland www.facebook.com/rutland beerworks
River Pub & Brewery Smugglers’ Notch www.brewsterriverpubn brewery.com
Brewing Waitsfield www.facebook.com /cousinsbrewing
Finest Liquids Waitsfield www.lawsonsfinest.com
Big Tree Brewing Waterburywww.waterburyreservoir.com
Prohibition Pig Waterburywww.prohibitionpig.com 7
Next Trick Brewing West Burke www.nexttrickbrewing.comFri–Sun
Snow Republic Brewing Co.West Dover www.snowrepublicbrewery.com
Kickback Brewery Westfordwww.kickbackbrewery.comCheck
Backacre BeermakersWeston www.backacrebeermakers.com N/A
River Roost BreweryWhite River Jct.www.riverroostbrewery.comThu–Sun
Goodwater Brewery Williston www.goodwaterbreweryvt.com Wed–Sun
Harpoon Brewery Riverbend Taps Windsor www.harpoonbrewery.com /breweries-windsor/
Four Quarters BrewingWinooski www.4qbc.com
Saxtons River DistilleryBrattleboro www.saxtonsriverdistillery.com
Mad River Distillers Burlingtonwww.madriverdistillers.com 7
Hooker Mountain Farm and Distillery Cabot www.hookermountainfarm.com
distillery.com
VINEYARDS/WINERIES
Charlotte Village Winery Charlotte www.charlottevillage winery.com
Hillis Sugarbush Farm & Winery Colchester www.hillisfarm.com
Honora Winery & Vineyard
Branch Vineyards Montpelier www.northbranch vineyards.com
Peak Winery New Haven www.lincolnpeakvineyard.com
Whaleback Winery Poultney www.whalebackvineyard.com
Putney Mountain Winery Putney www.putneywine.com
Shelburne Vineyard Shelburne www.shelburnevineyard.com
Snow Farm Vineyard & Winery South Hero www.snowfarm.com
HARD CIDER
Fable Farm Fermentory Barnard www.fablefarmfermentory.com
Little City Cider Co. Bennington www.facebook.com/ LittleCityCiderCo
Citizen Cider Burlington www.citizencider.com
Windfall Orchard Cornwall www.windfallorchardtvt.com
Chapin Orchard Essex Junction www.chapinorchard.com
Vermont Cider Lab Essex Junctionwww.vtciderlab.comWed–Sun
Hall Home Place Isle La Mottewww.hallhomeplace.comFri–Sun
Woodchuck Cider Middleburywww.woodchuck.comWed–Sun
Boyer’s Orchard Monkton www.boyersorchard.com
Eden Specialty CidersNewport www.edenciders.comCheck
Champlain OrchardsShorehamwww.champlainorchards.com
Stowe Cider Stowe www.stowecider.comMon, Thurs–SunOn
Shacksbury Vergenneswww.shacksbury.comWed–Sun
Flag Hill Farm Vershire www.flaghillfarm.comBy
Tin Hat Cider Waitsfieldwww.tinhatcider.com
Cold Hollow Cider MillWaterbury Centerwww.coldhollow.com
HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS
Paramount Theatre
30 Center Street, Rutland, VT www.paramountvt.org
JANUARY 18, 8PM COMEDIAN BOB MARLEY
JANUARY 25, 7PM YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND
JANUARY 28, 1PM MET OPERA: AIDA (VERDI)
JANUARY 30, 7:30PM THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE
FEBRUARY 1, 7PM
PINK FLOYD LASER SPECTACULAR
FEBRUARY 8, 7PM FOREIGNERS JOURNEY
FEBRUARY 20, 21, & 22, 8PM, FEBRUARY 23, 2PM
ONE ROOM THEATRICS PRESENTS: PRIVATE PEACEFUL
FEBRUARY 22, 7PM ABDUCTED BY THE 80s
FEBRUARY 25, 1PM MET OPERA: GROUNDED (TESORI)
FEBRUARY 28, 7:30PM THE FAB FOUR
MARCH 1, 7PM GRAND SHANGHAI CIRCUS
MARCH 6, 7:30PM #IMOMSOHARD: FLASHBACK
MARCH 7, 7:30PM BLACKHAWK
MARCH 21, 7:30PM GRACE POTTER WITH THE VSO
MARCH 25, 1PM
MET OPERA: FIDELIO (BEETHOVEN)
MARCH 28, 7:30PM
NOAM PIKELNY AND FRIENDS
APRIL 4, 7PM
VSO JUKEBOX: HEAVY METAL STRINGS
APRIL 5, 7PM
CHRIS JANSON
Mount Snow Resort
39 Mount Snow Road, West Dover, VT www.mountsnow.com
JANUARY 20, 8:30AM
GROMMET JAM #2
JANUARY 24, 6PM
70TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
FEBRUARY 14, 9:30AM
CLOUD NINE NUPTIALS
FEBRUARY 17, 8:30AM
GROMMET JAM #3
FEBRUARY 22
MOUNT SNOW PRIDE CELEBRATION
FEBRUARY 28, 8AM
EPIC PASS HOLDER FIRST TRACKS PRESENTED BY HELLY HANSEN
MARCH 2, 10AM
JACK JUMP WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
MARCH 8, 11AM
2025 CARINTHIA CLASSIC PRESENTED BY ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK
MARCH 14, 8AM
EPIC PASS HOLDER FIRST TRACKS PRESENTED BY HELLY HANSEN
MARCH 15
A DAY FOR JAKE
MARCH 22–23
REGGAEFEST
MARCH 22
SINK OR SWIM
MARCH 23
DUCT TAPE DERBY
Champlain Valley
Exposition
105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT www.cvexpo.org
FEBRUARY 1 & 2, 10AM
WINTER RENAISSANCE FAIRE
FEBRUARY 9, 10:30AM
MT. SINAI SHRINERS SUPER BINGO
FEBRUARY 22 & 23, 10AM
2025 VERMONT HOME SHOW
MARCH 7–9
THE VERMONT FLOWER SHOW
MARCH 29, 8AM
JR IRON CHEF VT
APRIL 5 & 6, 10AM
VERMONT SPRING MARKET
APRIL 26 & 27, 10AM
THE VERMONT SCI-FI, FANTASY & HORROR EXPO
HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS
Smugglers’ Notch Resort
4323 Vermont Route 108 South, Jeffersonville, VT www.smuggs.com
FEBRUARY 17, 8:30PM COMEDY NIGHT
FEBRUARY 20, 3PM WINTER CARNIVAL
MARCH 29, 6PM BREWFEST
Jay Peak Resort
830 Jay Peak Road, Jay, VT www.jaypeakresort.com
JANUARY 24, ALL DAY ST ANNUAL FARMERS’ APPRECIATION DAY
JANUARY 25 & 26, ALL DAY ANNUAL IFSA JUNIOR EXTREME COMP
FEBRUARY 8, ALL DAY SPLIT THE PEAK
FEBRUARY 15, 8PM THE MALLET BROTHERS BAND WITH SPECIAL GUEST RIGOMETRICS AND VISUALS FROM HEAVY LIGHT VT
MARCH 1, 7PM A NIGHT FOR NICK: THE FULL CLEVELAND
MARCH 15 & 16, ALL DAY IFSA FREESKI & RIDE BIG MOUNTAIN EXTREME
MARCH 22, ALL DAY VT SPECIALTY FOODS DAY
MARCH 22, 7PM CHARLIE PARR WITH SPECIAL GUEST
Higher Ground
1214 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT www.highergroundmusic.com
JANUARY 25, 8PM HALESTORM
JANUARY 25, 7:30PM A BAND OF BROTHERS
JANUARY 26, 7:30PM PLATINUM MOON
JANUARY 26, 8PM
JOY OLADOKUN
JANUARY 29, 7PM CONNER O’MALLEY
JANUARY 30, 8PM SLOWDIVE
JANUARY 30, 9PM DAFT PUNK NIGHT
JANUARY 31, 7:30PM THE WARPED TOUR BAND
FEBRUARY 1, 7:30PM THE SUITCASE JUNKET
FEBRUARY 1, 9PM THE CULTURE MUSIC FEST
FEBRUARY 3, 8PM BLIND PILOT
FEBRUARY 5, 8PM MDOU MOCTAR
FEBRUARY 6, 8PM BLACKBERRY SMOKE
FEBRUARY 7, 7:30PM
FITTER HAPPIER: A RADIOHEAD TRIBUTE
FEBRUARY 8, 8PM CARTOON RAVE
FEBRUARY 11, 8PM MICHAEL MARCAGI
FEBRUARY 12, 7:30PM HOT 8 BRASS BAND
FEBRUARY 13, 7:30PM THE BAD PLUS
FEBRUARY 17, 7:30PM SUB-RADIO
FEBRUARY 27, 7:30PM
LILIAC: AMBER WILD, EMBERS IN UMBRA
FEBRUARY 28, 7:30PM POM POM SQUAD
FEBRUARY 28, 9PM SHREK RAVE
MARCH 2, 8PM SAXSQUATCH
MARCH 3, 7PM TRIBAL SEEDS
MARCH 3, 7:30PM THE TAKES
MARCH 4, 8PM PEPPER
MARCH 5, 8:30PM DAILY BREAD
MARCH 6, 8PM
TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE–SHORTY GRAS TOUR
MARCH 8, 7:30PM COROOK
Spruce Peak Arts
122 Hourglass Drive, Stowe, VT www.sprucepeakarts.org
JANUARY 17, 7PM
EPIC PASS HOLDER CONCERT: SPRUCE PEAK UNPLUGGED: CHADWICK STOKES & RYAN MILLER
JANUARY 18, 7PM
JAZZ AT THE PEAK: AN INTIMATE JAZZ EVENING WITH PETE MALINVERNI–FROM LOUIS TO DIZZY FEATURING BRUCE HARRIS
MARCH 9, 7:30PM VINCENT LIMA
MARCH 13, 7:30PM JAMES MCMURTRY
MARCH 13, 8PM TOPHOUSE
MARCH 15, 7:30PM HAZLETT
MARCH 15, 7:30PM COWBOY BEBOP LIVE
MARCH 20, 8PM DIRTWIRE
MARCH 21, 7:30PM
DISCIPLE OF THE GARDEN
MARCH 21, 8:30PM EGGY
MARCH 22, 7:30PM HEATHER MALONEY
MARCH 25, 7:30PM CHARLIE PARR
MARCH 29, 7:30PM
RYAN MONTBLEAU
APRIL 2, 8PM FLIPTURN
JANUARY 26, 3:30PM
DOKTOR KABOOM’S UNDER PRESSURE
FEBRUARY 8, 7PM
BROOKLYN RIDER
FEBRUARY 14, 7PM
ROBIN SPIELBERG
FEBRUARY 16, 7PM
BIG HEAD TODD AND THE MONSTERS
FEBRUARY 22, 7PM
JOHN PIZZARELLI TRIO “STAGE & SCREEN”
FEBRUARY 23, 3PM
AN EVENING WITH THE CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY OF LINCOLN CENTER: DAVID FINCKEL AND WU HAN
MARCH 1, 7PM
JAZZ AT THE PEAK: AN INTIMATE JAZZ EVENING WITH PETE MALINVERNI–THE JAZZ AGE FEATURING JANIS SIEGEL
MARCH 19, 10AM & 12PM A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD
MARCH 21, 7PM SONS OF MYSTRO
MARCH 22, 7PM FRAN LEBOWITZ IN CONVERSATION
MARCH 29 - MARCH 31
MOON MOUSE: A SPACE ODYSSEY
MARCH 30, 4PM
SILVERBACK FILMS AND IN ASSOCIATION WITH NETFLIX’S OUR PLANET SERIES PRESENT OUR PLANET LIVE
APRIL 5, 7PM
MICHAEL FEINSTEIN BECAUSE OF YOU: MY TRIBUTE TO TONY BENNETT TRIO
HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS
Bolton Valley Resort
4302 Bolton Valley Access Road, Bolton Valley, VT www.boltonvalley.com
FIRESIDE MUSIC SERIES:
JANUARY 22, 6PM DJ BEN BLANCHARD
JANUARY 25, 7PM SARA WHITEHAIR & FRIENDS
JANUARY 29, 6PM THE FOG
FEBRUARY 1, 7PM GNOMENCLATURE
FEBRUARY 5, 6PM JAMES SULLIVAN
FEBRUARY 8, 7PM AGREEABLE MEN
FEBRUARY 12, 6PM GOOD GRAVY
FEBRUARY 15, 7PM UNCLE RIVER
FEBRUARY 19, 6PM TATO
FEBRUARY 22, 7PM AL’S PALS
FEBRUARY 26, 6PM KIND BUD
MARCH 1, 7PM
ALEX’S GALACTIC JAMS OF SPACE
MARCH 5, 6PM CHRIS SPODICK
MARCH 8, 8AM THE STRAGGLERS
MARCH 9, 8AM VERTICAL CHALLENGE 2025
Vermont Comedy Club
101 Main Street, Burlington, VT www.vermontcomedyclub.com
JANUARY16, 9PM
SANITY ROCKEFELLER’S SPELLING BEE ROCKEFELLER
JANUARY 21, 7PM
JANUARY 28, 7PM
TUESDAY TRIVIA
JANUARY 22, 7PM
JANUARY 29, 7PM
5 IMPROV NIGHT
JANUARY 23, 9PM
SANITY ROCKEFELLER’S SPELLING BEE ROCKEFELLER
Killington Resort
4763 Killington Road, Killington, VT www.killington.com
JANUARY 24 & 25, 6PM
WOBBLY BARN: SEAN PATRICK AND THE ALIBIS
JANUARY 31 & FEBRUARY 1, 6PM
WOBBLY BARN: BIG BANG BABY
JANUARY 31–FEBRUARY 2
SUBARU WINTERFEST
FEBRUARY 7 &8, 6PM
WOBBLY BARN: STEAL THE SKY
FEBRUARY 8, 9AM PARK AFFAIR
FEBRUARY 14–16, 6PM
WOBBLY BARN: PULSE
FEBRUARY 15–17, 4PM KIDS CORNER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
FEBRUARY 28–MARCH 1 SLASH & BERM BANKED SLALOM
MARCH 2, 10AM TELL A FRIEND TOUR WITH ANDY PARRY
MARCH 2
SLASH & BERM GROM SLALOM
MARCH 15, 11:30AM A DAY FOR JAKE
MARCH 15, 7AM
VERTICAL CHALLENGE AT PICO
MARCH 29, 9AM
LOVE YOUR PEAKS
APRIL 5, 9AM
BEAR MOUNTAIN MOGUL CHALLENGE
APRIL 12, 9AM POND SKIM
JANUARY 24 & 25, 7PM RAAAATSCRAPS
JANUARY 24 & 25, 9PM
NYC VT IMPROV THROW DOWN
JANUARY 30, 7PM
MADELEIN MURPHY
JANUARY 31, 7PM & 9PM
FEBRUARY 1, 7PM & 9PM
ISMO: WOO HOO WORLD TOUR
FEBRUARY 6, 7PM
FEBRUARY 7 & 8, 7PM & 9PM
ALEX KUMIN
MARCH 3, 11AM
ELEGAN A & ESPRESSO: A DRAG BRUNCH
APRIL 10, 7:30PM CHICKEN SKETCHATORE
HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS
Vermont Symphony Orchestra
2 Church Street, Suite 3B, Burlington, VT www.vso.org
FEBRUARY 12, 7:30PM
DAVID M. WILSON FARMERS’ NIGHT WITH DAMASCUS KAFUMBE
House Chambers, The State House Montpelier, VT
FEBRUARY 15, 7:30PM
MODERNISM & THE WORLD OF YESTERDAY Flynn Burlington, VT
MARCH 21, 7:30PM
GRACE POTTER WITH THE VSO
Paramount Theatre Rutland, VT
Flynn
153 Main Street, Burlington, VT www.flynnvt.org
MARCH 22, 7:30PM
GRACE POTTER WITH THE VSO Flynn Burlington, VT
APRIL 4, 7PM
JUKEBOX: HEAVY METAL STRINGS
Paramount Theatre Rutland, VT
APRIL 5, 7PM
JUKEBOX: HEAVY METAL STRINGS
Brattleboro Music Center Brattleboro, VT
APRIL 6, 11AM
JUICEBOX: A CONCERT FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES
Northern Stage White River Junction, VT
APRIL 6, 2PM
JUKEBOX: HEAVY METAL STRINGS
Northern Stage White River Junction, VT
APRIL 11, 7PM
JUKEBOX: HEAVY METAL STRINGS
ArtsRiot Burlington, VT
JANUARY 24, 7PM
HI, ARE YOU SINGLE?
JANUARY 25, 6PM *SNAP* STORIES
JANUARY 26, 6PM STORY SLAM
JANUARY 30 & 31, 7:30PM PRETTY WOMAN
FEBRUARY 6, 8PM BLACKBERRY SMOKE
FEBRUARY 7 & 8, 6:30PM
BANFF FILM FESTIVAL
FEBRUARY 13, 7:30PM
THERESA CAPUTO
FEBRUARY 15, 7:30PM VSO: MODERNISM
FEBRUARY 18, 7PM NEW ORLEANS SONGBOOK
FEBRUARY 20, 7:30PM WARREN HAYNES
FEBRUARY 22, 7PM THE BLACK EXPERIENCE ’25
FEBRUARY 23, 6PM
MIKE BIRBIGLIA
FEBRUARY 26, 8PM
DARCY AND JER
FEBRUARY 27, 7:30PM
RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES
FEBRUARY 28, 7PM
SAL VULCANO
MARCH 1, 7PM
JESSICA KIRSON
MARCH 2, 7PM SLEEPING BEAUTY
MARCH 6, 8PM TROMBONE SHORTY
MARCH 9, 7PM SAM MORRIL
MARCH 12 & 13, 7:30PM COME FROM AWAY
MARCH 20, 5:30PM
SESAME STREET LIVE!
MARCH 21, 7:30PM PATTON OSWALT
MARCH 22, 7:30PM GRACE POTTER WITH THE VSO
MARCH 26, 7:30PM LESLIE JONES
MARCH 28 & 29, 7:30PM THE ADDAMS FAMILY
MARCH 31, 7:30PM
DAVID SEDARIS
APRIL 1, 6PM
JIM HENSON’S FRAGGLE ROCK
APRIL 10 & 11, 7:30PM
APRIL 12, 1PM & 7:30PM
APRIL 13, 1PM
THE LITTLE MERMAID
AD INDEX
BREWERIES WINERIES
1. Kingdom Brewing Newport
2. Big Tree Brewery Waterbury
3. Hill Farmstead Brewery Greensboro
4. Ten Bends Beer Hyde Park
5. Lot Six Brewing Company Jeffersonville
6. Soulmate Brewing Morrisville
7. 14th Star Brewing Co St. Albans
8. Mill River Brewing BBQ & Smokehouse St. Albans
9. Kickback Brewery Westford
10. Red Barn Brewing Danville
11. Foam Brewers Burlington
12. House of Fermentology Charlotte
13. Snow Republic Brewing Company Brattleboro
14. Queen City Brewery Burlington
15. Simple Roots Brewing Burlington
16. Switchback Brewing Burlington
17. Vermont Pub and Brewery Burlington
18. Zero Gravity Craft Brewery .Burlington
19. Halyard Brewing Company South Burlington
20. Goodwater Brewery Williston
21. Burlington Beer Company Burlington
22. Four Quarters Brewing Winooski
23. 1st Republic Brewing Co Essex Junction
24. Stone Corral Brewery Richmond
25. Frost Beer Works .Hinesburg
26. Fiddlehead Brewing Company Shelburne
27. Rock Art Brewery Morrisville
28. Two Heroes Brewery South Hero
29. Alchemist Brewery Stowe
30. Idletyme Brewing Copmany Stowe
31. Red Leaf Gluten-Free Brewing Jeffersonville
32. Liambru Tasty Proctor
33. Prohibition Pig Waterbury
34. Bent Hill Brewery Braintree
35. Brocklebank Craft Brewing Tunbridge
36. Foley Brothers Brewing Company Brandon
37. Snow Republic Brewing Company Brattleboro and West Dover
38. Lawson’s Finest Liquids Waitsfield
39. Good Measure Brewing Co Northfield
40. Norwich Inn .Norwich
41. River Roost Brewery White River Jct.
42. Bobcat Brewery and Café Bristol
43. Hogback Mountain Brewing Bristol
44. Drop In Brewing Company Middlebury
45. Mount Holly Beer Co Mount Holly
46. Harvest Brewing Bennington
47. Rutland Beer Works Rutland
48. Harpoon Brewery Windsor
49. Green Empire Brewing Colchester
50. Backacre Beermakers Weston
51. Madison Brewing Bennington
52. Lucy and Howe Jericho
53. Beer Naked Brewery Marlboro
54. Von Trapp Brewing Stowe
55. Dirt Church Brewing Company East Haven
56. Whetstone Station Brattleboro
57. Scotch Hill Brewing Fair Haven
58. Hired Hand Brewery Vergennes
59. Red Clover Ale Brandon
60. Long Trail Brewing Bridgewater Corners
61. Upper Pass Beer Company South Royalton
62. Weird Window Brewing South Burlington
63. Freak Folk Bier Waterbury
64. Black Flannel Brewing & Distilling Co Essex
65. Whirligig Brewing St Johnsbury
66. Kraemer and Kin North Hero
1. Snow Farm Vineyard & Winery South Hero
2. Hillis Sugarbush Farm & Vineyard Colchester
3. Shelburne Vineyard Shelburne
4. Charlotte Village Winery Charlotte
5. North Branch Vineyards Montpelier
6. Montpelier Vineyards Montpelier
7. Neddo Family Vineyards Barre
8. Maquam Winery Milton
9. Neshobe River Winery Brandon
10. Lincoln Peak Vineyard New Haven
11. Whaleback Winery Poultney
12. Putney Mountain Winery Putney
13. Honora Winery & Vineyard Jacksonville
14. Fable Farm Fermentory Barnard
CIDERIES
1. Eden Specialty Ciders Newport
2. Stowe Cider Stowe
3. Hall Home Place Isle La Motte
4. Citizen Cider Burlington
5. Groennfell Meadery .St. Albans
6. Chapin Orchard Essex Junction
7. Boyer’s Orchard and Cider Mill Monkton
8. Shacksbury Cider Vergennes
9. Little City Cider Bennington
10. Flag Hill Farm Vershire
11. Champlain Orchards Shoreham
12. Vermont Hard Cider Middlebury
13. Woodchuck Cider Middlebury
14. Windfall Orchard Cornwall
15. Mountain Cider Company North Chittenden
16. Wood’s Cider Mill Springfield
17. Whetstone Ciderworks Marlboro
18. Fable Farm Fermentory arnard
19. Shelburne Orchards Shelburne
20. Cold Hollow Waterbury Center
DISTILLERIES
1. Elm Brook Farm East Fairfield
2. Smugglers’ Notch Distillery Jeffersonville
3. Green Mountain Distillery Morristown
4. Caledonia Spirits Montpelier
5. St. Johnsbury Distillery St. Johnsbury
6. Wild Heart Distillery Shelburne
7. Mad River Distillery Waitsfield
8. Hooker Mountain Farm and Distillery Marshfield
9. Village Garage Distillery Bennington
10. Applachian Gap Distillery Middlebury
11. Black Flannel Brewing & Distilling Co Essex
12. WhistlePig Farm Shoreham
13. Silo Distillery Windsor
14. Vermont Distillers Marlboro
15. Saxton’s River Distillery Brattleboro
