Not a lot to like with their products. You can find more losers than winners so do a $5 tasting of…read moreyour top 4 picks. In my case there was only 1 that passed the taste test. Friendly staff but I would not return.

Definitely worth a stop when in the Waterbury area. Smugglers' Notch Distillery is in the same…read moreplaza as Cabot Creamery and Lake Champlain Chocolates, so there is a lot to see and taste here. After looking at the very attractive displays showcasing each product made at the Distillery, my daughter and I opted to share a tasting. We chose the Moroccan Rose and Grapefruit Flavored Vodka to start and I loved the distinct fruity taste without the sugary sweetness. Next was the Maple Gin, which was lovely as well. Our server told us she likes to mix it with muddled blueberries and ginger beer for a refreshing summertime mule, and I agree that does sound delicious. Our third taste was the Bourbon Maple Cream Liquor, which was so delicious, and we finished the tasting with the Maple Cram Liquor, which was smooth, sweet, and went down very easily. We were impressed with the cleanliness of the store - everything was sparkly clean and shining. The layout of the displays was so attractive. We will definitely stop there again on our next trip to VT.

Amazing quiet little spot to sip and taste and enjoy a glass of wine in the shade next to the…read moreriver. The proprietor is passionate about wines and friendly. All of their grapes are Vermont grown, including some unusual varietals

Friendly people and great Vermont wine are what makes this place so special. The fact that the…read morespace itself is so beautiful is just a nice bonus. I stop by here every time I come to town - it's a bit of a hidden gem.

The three stars is primarily due to food and drinks…read more The shepherds pie was extremely dry. You would think the mashed potatoes or braised short rib would soften up the dish but quite the opposite. It was a little hard to eat. We had to use some of the sauce from the Vermont butter chicken dish to finish the rest of the shepherds pie. The Vermont butter chicken was OK. I'm used to traditional butter chicken which has lots of spices as we are big fans of Indian food. So the butter chicken did lack some depth. The triple B and smash burger were on the other hand delicious The drinks all around were a disappointment. I ordered one their margarita, and it tasted so bland. My companions also did not like their cocktails that they resorted to beer the next round. The staff was very friendly although our waitress seemed some what new, as she got confused with the menu a few times. The distillery itself seems to be a popular place but likely more for gin tasting. The venue is spacious and suitable for families. I like that they have different rooms, which can accommodate for groups.

I had a wonderful time when we came here for my birthday. I loved the Negroni I got, and my…read morepartner's drink was this interesting combination of straight Mescal in a glass, a Mexican beer called Modelo, and orange slices with smoky pepper seasoning sprinkled on them. I had never had that before, and it was a delicious pairing. The server was so accommodating about my food allergies. It's been a recent development, so I forgot to tell her till after we had ordered appetizers. She went in the kitchen and modified what they were making in the moment so that I could eat it. I was so grateful. Her and the bartender were in communication with me about which dishes would be safe for me to eat, so they really try to help people in that department. Everything I ate was delicious. Especially the cauliflower bites, pan seared tuna and cauliflower risotto. They hand made me a salad dressing so it would be allergy friendly and it was delicious. I loved looking at the cool stuff on the walls (everything I saw was genuine and relevant to the theme, not just "old stuff" like other restaurants), and the bathroom is astounding. I really enjoyed coming here and I am excited to come again.

Great place to stop by when in Stowe. They provide samples of Vermont maple syrup, vodka, bourbon,…read morerum and liqueur. Outrageous flavors that will impress even a non drinker. Server was extremely knowledgeable and informative.

Smugglers Notch Distillery has some great Vermont specialty items. Starting with the Vermont…read moreall-star Maple Syrup. They make their own and it's tasty! Sweet, good color and yummy. Next onto the hot sauce, not sure how it works but it does! Buy some!! Second the Distillery. They offer tastings, several different libations on hand, all with -you guessed it- a maple syrup theme, no shock there! The theme works, I purchased the maple cream liquor and it is excellent. Nice clean place, looks great. You may be able to find a free coupon for a tasting if you Polk around town. This is place you have to check out on your down town stroll.

This was my father's favorite spot. The live music and all the games and entertainment options…read moremakes it a fun place to hangout. The staff are all very nice and put time into knowing the locals. The food is yummy and a good value. We had a variety of pizzas and a pulled pork sliders. All were delicious! I look forward to coming back and grateful this spot provided some community for my father.

While staying in the Danville area, my wife and I wanted to try another place. Must say this was a…read moreterrific choice! We chose to sit at the bar, our bartender took excellent care of us. She was friendly and knowledgeable! We decided on their pretzels to start with. They are very interesting and tasty! Enjoyed the horseradish cheese sauce that came with them. We were not sure about the pizzas so we got two! :-) We decided on their pepperoni and their buffalo chicken pies. Both were absolutely delicious! I was trying to find a beer that I really enjoyed. My first was their higher ABV IPA. That was not bad but did not hit me. Next in line was their Porter, again not bad but not what I was looking for. I settled on the No Quarter ESB. It was good enough to bring some home! We enjoyed the live music, they were very good to hear! Will probably make another stop before we depart the area.

Vermont Beer Collective is a craft beer specialty store that opened in Waterbury, Vermont in…read moreFebruary 2024. It was founded by husband and wife Nate and Liz Dunbar. The shop on 3 Elm Street had originally opened under the name 'Craft Beer Cellar' in December 2013. It was part of the 'Craft Beer Cellar' chain of specialty beer stores that was founded by Suzanne Schalow and Kate Baker in 2010 with the opening of their flagship store in Belmont (MA). Two years later, they began franchising and at the chain's peak they had 33 locations in 15 states. Mark Drutman was the original owner of the Waterbury location. By 2019, CBC locations began to close (including the flagship location which closed in 2023). After the Dunbars made their home in Vermont, they decided to switch craft beer from their hobby into their livelihood. Drutman sold the Waterbury CBC to the Dunbars in May 2023. They slowly began to make the shop their own and by the following year they left the franchise and unveiled a new logo and a new name. The Vermont Beer Collective now has one of the best craft beer selections that can be found in the state. The Dunbars even added a bar in the store where customers can sample beer from 8 taps as well as a three-tap LUKR faucet from the Czech Republic. The couple also have a love for hiking, skiing and cycling and hope to make their shop a venue for the outdoor sports community to gather. I recently visited the Vermont Beer Collective while I was on a Vermont craft beer road trip. It's conveniently located right across the street from the popular Prohibition Pig Restaurant & Brewery. After enjoying some delicious smoked meat and a pint there, I headed across the street to check out the shop. I was really impressed by their selection! They had offerings from the best breweries in Vermont, around the country, and even breweries from the international scene. We're talking the best of the best! The bar was also really cool! The place is not just a shop where you can buy beer but also a place where you can hang out. I spoke for a few minutes with owner Nate Dunbar. He was really friendly and he told me that he's originally from my home state of Connecticut. He explained that the store had about $25,000 of flood damage in their basement just weeks after they bought it, but they pressed on. He told me about the future plans that he has for the shop and seemed very optimistic. Before leaving, I purchased a coveted bottle by Belgian-based Brouwerij 3 Fonteinen to take home. I'm happy to have discovered the shop and I wish them all the best!

Best place I've ever found for buying great beer. They have a large selection of excellent beers,…read morebut most importantly their staff is remarkably helpful. Just tell them what style of beer you like, or which beers you usually drink, and they can provide numerous recommendations. They were also very knowledgeable about beer in general, proving to be an invaluable resource to help you find some good beers to try. In particular I wanted to sample some local beers, and I loved all of the options they recommended based on my flavor preference. If you're anywhere near Waterbury, VT, and enjoy good beer, do yourself a favor and stop by the Craft Beer Cellar for some great beer recommendations.

We popped into this place after reading about it in the WSJ. We got the impression that the owner…read morewas a bit hesitant about our intentions when we first walked in. We mentioned the article and he seemed impressed since he didn't think the article would bring anyone in. We loved the eclectic feel of the place. It was a Wednesday and the special was pot pie so that's what we decided to order along with a bottle of Spanish wine. He mentioned the pot pies sold out by 5pm the week before. It was probably the tastiest pot pie we've ever had. Don't pass this place up if you're in the area.

This June will be Fox Market's 1-year anniversary! I learned this during one of my many visits to…read morepick up their delicious foods, because they are so friendly here. What a gem of a place - great ready to eat food, specialty grocery items, AND big smiles. Wednesday - pot pie day! Hefty for its size - the chicken pot pie yesterday (flavors change) was loaded with so much meat that a slice didn't change its shape on my plate. That pie crust was buttery goodness! Thursdays thru Saturdays - hot rotisserie chickens (ready at 4pm)! Sticky caramelized skin, mmmm. These pastured chickens are raised in VT, so they are as clean as they are delicious. Daily baked goods - the banana buttercotch scone, brown butter chocolate chip cookie, & raspberry chocolate chip muffin are all fresh & so yummy, with crispy edges and moist centers. Their strawberry pop tarts look to die for! Groceries - an excellent selection: local eggs, beautiful cheeses, Vermont Salumi, Sisters of Anarchy ice creams, panko breadcrumbs, Asian condiments (fine brewed soy sauce, soup bases, etc.), Tony's chocolate bars, fresh produce, frozen fresh raviolis, kombuchas and specialty sodas, and a large selection of wines. Giving back is a loving theme here. With every purchase, you have an opportunity to give your tips to their monthly partner. This month they are supporting the Pride Center of Vermont. I'm looking forward to next Saturday's dinner special (eat in or to go), and Sunday's savory hand pie!

Great beer. Excellent service. Nice area to walk into town for food. Staff are very helpful and…read moregive great recommendations.

*****no kids, no dogs*****…read more I just wanted to get that out of the way because I stupidly walked in there with my teenagers in tow and was met with some unhappy faces from behind the bar. Once we apologized for our ignorance (it IS posted on the front door) we sent our kids off wandering because we weren't going to not have a beer. The beer is great. Better than anything in Waterbury for sure and probably up at the top of VT brewers, which is saying a lot! What I really enjoy is that they can brew different styles. Their NE IPAs are great but their farmhouse stuff is also tops. Not every brewery can pull that off. Clean and sterile warehouse vibe inside with a few tables outside as well. Big lot behind the building that is sometimes surprisingly full. Like others say, it's a little pretentious here but I do respect that they don't want to be the next daycare and dog pound like so many breweries have become.