From year-round tasting rooms in the heart of Lake George Village to farm distilleries with views of the Adirondack Mountains, the Lake George Region has become a destination for lovers of fine wine, spirits and craft beer.
Whether you’ve come to the area specifically to blaze the craft beverage trail, or you’re simply seeking some refreshments after a day of exploring, kick back and relax with a glass of the Lake George area’s best wine, beer and spirts at one of these hot spots.
Adirondack Winery (Lake George & Queensbury)
Both tasting rooms in Queensbury and Lake George Village offer wine, whiskey, and cider tastings, along with snack plates, wine slushies and cocktails, bottle sales, live music, events, and so much more.
Adirondack Pub & Brewery (Lake George)
Just south of Lake George Village on Route 9, this log-cabin style pub and brewery serves craft beers brewed on site, and features a fireplace, outdoor seating, and an extensive lunch and dinner menu.
Battle Hill Brewing Company (Fort Ann)
Featuring “Revolutionary” beer brewed fresh in Fort Ann, Battle Hill Brewing also serves up a delectable menu of appetizers, burgers, brats, soups, salads and sandwiches, as well as a kids’ menu.
Bolton Landing Brewing Company (Bolton Landing)
Located on Lake Shore Drive, across from Rogers Park in Bolton Landing, this brewery features a bar and dining area, as well as an outdoor patio, and a seasonal selection of craft beers and light pub fare.
High Peaks Distilling (Lake George)
Two-time recipient of the NY Single Malt Distillery of the Year, High Peaks Distilling specializes in whiskey, bourbon, gin and RTD cocktails. Stop by the tasting room in Lake George, open Friday-Sunday.
Lake George Distilling Company (Lake George & Fort Ann)
This working distillery offers free tastings and a full selection of craft spirits made from local grains. Crowd favorites include the cinnamon whiskey, maple infused bourbon and apple pie moonshine.
Ledge Rock Hill Winery (Lake George)
Enjoy fine wine, small plates, full meal service, wine slushies, live music, and more at Ledge Rock Hill Winery. The tasting room is located on Route 9 in Lake George, just north of the Lake George Outlets.
Northway Brewing Company (Queensbury)
Located just north of Six Flags Great Escape, Northway Brewing’s taproom offers full pours, flights, growlers, cans to go, and merchandise, plus a large outdoor seating area and plenty of parking.
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery (Fort Ann)
Take in the views of French Mountain while sampling high-quality spirits made with unprocessed spring water and local ingredients. Outdoor seating is available and the tasting room is open year-round.
More Adirondack Breweries
If you don’t mind heading a few miles south of the Lake George Region, you’ll find more breweries in Glens Falls, NY, including Mean Max Brew Works, Davidson Brothers Brewpub, and Cooper’s Cave Ale Company. There’s also Common Roots Brewing Company in South Glens Falls and Dancing Grain Farm Brewery in Gansevoort. For those headed north, check out Paradox Brewery in North Hudson, NY.
Vacation Rentals on the Lake George Craft Beverage Trail
Looking for a place to stay along the Lake George craft beverage trail? Northern Living features several vacation home rentals in Lake George, Bolton Landing, Fort Ann and Queensbury, NY. Many of our homes are within minutes of area wineries, breweries and distilleries, and offer a variety of luxury amenities, including private sandy beaches, dock space, fireplaces, hot tubs and game rooms.
Browse our Lake George vacation home listings, or contact us and allow our concierge professionals to personally pair you with the perfect home for your Lake George vacation.
