What we’re about
The Upper Bucks County/Lehigh Valley area has become a hotbed of activity in the beer and wine world in recent years and this group will explore this booming part of our local economy and culture.
There are more than 20 microbreweries in this region and more than 30 wineries. Brewpubs, craft beer bars and wine bars are also fair game for this group. We'll learn about the beer and wine-making process and of course get to sample the fruits of our local entrepreneurs' labors.
Expect monthly meetups, tours, tastings and just hanging out, making new friends and enjoying good times, and maybe some scenic views in the process. Whether you're into beer, wine or both, or just interested in exploring and getting to know the area better, this group is for you.
No dues, fees or cover charges, this is a fun thing for me, not a side hustle.
See you on the trail!
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Exploring the Slate Belt Vines: Tolino Vineyards in BangorTolino Vineyards and Winery, Bangor, PA
We'll venture up to the Slate Belt on this day to visit Tolino Vineyards in Bangor (Washington Township).
Nestled in the rolling hills of northern Northampton County with a vineyard framed by the Kittatinny Ridge of Blue Mountain, Tolino planted its 85 acres of vineyards in 2007 and opened its winery in 2013. It's a family operation, run by Carl Tolino Jr. and his four children. The estate vineyard produces an award-winning cabernet franc along with chardonnay, vidal blanc, pinot grigio, chambourcin, rose' and blends, everything from dry to semi-sweet to sweet.
If you're not that into wine, they also offer a selection of Pennsylvania microbrewery beers on tap and cocktails made with Pennsylvania liquors.
They don't do tours anymore, but they do allow you to "walk the vines" on your own, so keep that in mind if that's something you'd like to do.
There will be live music from 1 to 4 featuring the Moon Dogs Band. In keeping with the dog theme, the Grateful Dogs (gourmet hot dogs, Italian sausage, bratwurst, wings, fries, soft pretzels, etc.) food truck will be serving lunch. They don't allow outside food when there's a food truck, but they have a lot of space, including indoor tasting room, tent and patio with picnic benches, Adirondack chairs and fire pits.
Should be a great day to kick off the summer season. In fact, this is Tolino's official summer kick off event, dubbed "Hot Dog, It's Summer!". See you there!
- Downtown Bethlehem Beer and Wine CrawlLost Tavern Brewery, Bethlehem, PA
Downtown Bethlehem was recently named the No. 1 Main Street in the US by USA Today. We'll celebrate with our inaugural Downtown Bethlehem Beer and Wine Crawl.
We'll get things started at Lost Tavern Brewing's Bethlehem Tap Room, which features 17 beers on tap plus local wines. Food is by ClamJam Boil and BBQ. Both are located in the historic Moravian Book Shop, the oldest book store in the US.
From there we'll visit Fegley's Bethlehem Brew Works and Franklin Hill Vineyards' Grape Arbor. All of these places are right on Main Street. Other places may be visited as well. I'll leave it up to the attendees.
Should be a great way to kick off the summer season. Join anywhere along the way. See you there!
