CREEKSIDE VINEYARDS WINERY

We started this winery with one vision in mind, to bring a piece of Napa Valley with us back to the Midwest. With the help of family and friends, we hand planted our vineyard in 2014. At Old Oaks Winery, we believe great wine comes from great fruit. We strive to create complex and elegant wines that showcase the most Read more...

See also: Bent River Brewing Author: Caroline Porsiel Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best Read more...

Wake Brewing is the cauldron of artistic brews from the Brothers Parris, Jason and Justen. Featuring daring ales that walk the high wire and appeal to the eyes as well as the palate, and immaculately composed classic styles where simplicity leaves nothing to hide behind, our creations challenge your conception of what beer should be… Two nomad brewers sharing their Read more...

Blue Cat Brew Pub is a local establishment which creates fine food and handcrafted ales and lagers for first hand sampling. A place to meet – friends, family, business partners, and whatever combination there may be. Author: Caroline Porsiel Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits Read more...

Unique neighborhood brew pub in the historic district of downtown Moline, IL. Featuring some of the Midwest’s best craft beers–including the one and only, Uncommon Stout. We also feature a great smokehouse menu along with American pub favorites and weekly features. See also: Bent River Brewing – Distribution Center & Tasting Room Author: Caroline Porsiel Caroline Porsiel is a master Read more...

Stompbox Brewing, Davenport’s newest gathering place, boasts a premium brewery featuring an impressive selection of hazy IPAs, lagers, sours, and stouts. They also boast a restaurant menu of tavern thin crust pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, and appetizers. Enjoy a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere complete with views of the Mississippi River. With its central location in the heart of downtown Davenport, Stompbox Read more...