Awesome kombucha brewery and taproom! Matt, the owner and brewer, recently moved to this new space…read moreon Brussels St and it is relaxing and welcoming. He has 6-10 flavors of kombucha on draft and a few more in bottles. They have around 1% ABV. They are mostly fruit flavored and are mellow and drinkable. We loved the concord grape and the elderberry honey. Matt is extremely knowledgeable about kombucha and creates a delicious, reliable product. We loved being able to select music from his record collection to listen to alongside tasting the kombucha!

Matt and Kelly hosted a Buti and Booch event; buti yoga and a kombucha social. It was a great…read moreevent!! The brew is so good. I love the Elderberry honey blend.

Quite simply, Yesfolk Tonics makes the best kombucha I've ever tasted…read more Perhaps I should admit upfront that I don't have that much experience with kombucha. This fermented tea drink first came on my radar within the past twelve months. One of my friends who is interested in health foods was trying to get me on the bandwagon. So I gave it a try. The fizzy, sweet, and tart drink from the national brand was fine. It was flavored with ginger, and it was tasty and refreshing. But since I didn't care too much about whatever the nutritional benefits were supposed to be, the price of $3 for a bottle seemed steep for what amounted to a less sweet version of a soft drink for adults. For those who don't know what kombucha is, it's actually pretty interesting. It's a brewed, sweetened tea that has been fermented. But instead of just yeast, kombucha makers employ a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (or SCOBY, for short). The way it was described to me, the yeast eat the sugar and turn it into alcohol and carbon dioxide. But then the bacteria eat the alcohol and turn it into acetic acid. So in the end, the tea is fizzy and tart, without only trace levels of alcohol if any. Now here's the thing. Most kombucha makers use the tea as a base, and then go and add all kinds of flavorings to try and make it more appealing to consumers. At Yesfolk Tonics, it's all about the tea. Their "flavors" are different varietals of tea. So they make an oolong, a jasmine, a wild black, and more. And I've loved every single thing I've tried from these Troy kombucha makers. Thanks to the Capital Craft Beverage Trail, I was even inspired to visit the Troy "brewery" which is in the chapel basement of a decommissioned church. It's kind of a leap of faith to push open the chapel door, and descend the stairs into the basement. But there I met Javier, and the two of us talked a lot about kombucha, and I got to taste everything they had available. And then I bought it all. Now, I've turned into some kind of Daniel Kombucha-seed, spreading the gospel of Yesfolk Tonics far and wide. What can I tell you, when I fall for something, I fall fast, and I fall hard. It's a little more expensive than some of the other kombucha that's out there, but I think it's worth it for the taste and the aroma alone. Your mileage may vary, everyone's tastes are different, but I'm thrilled to have discovered this Troy gem, and I'm thrilled that Adam, Yiyi, Frank, and Javier decided to set up shop in the Capital Region. Maybe one day, the tasting room will offer a little more food than just chips and salsa. And perhaps they'll considering letting people play shuffleboard on the existing courts that were built into the church basement. And hopefully, as the brewery goes, the hours will expand beyond just Noon to 4p on Saturday. But even if they don't, this is definitely still worth the trip... and the adventure.

Yes finally made to Yesfolk (sorry took so long)! Beautiful space, delicious smooth creative…read morekombucha, yummy dips! Adam and Yiyi owners are passionate, knowledgeable and wonderful to talk to. Will be back!

Stopped in on a brewery hop tour for dinner. Impressed by the menu and beer offerings. The burgers…read more were good as was the sausage plate and Mac/cheese. On the beer side - really enjoyed the Heff!

We had a delicious meal, and the waitstaff is super, but it is a tad loud…read more One of us is vegetarian, one of us is vegan, and one of us is omniverous

The proprietors are amazing! They're currently closed for classes, but I asked some questions about…read moremead and learned a lot. I'm still too scared to home brew without taking a class, so I'm holding out for when it's safe to take indoor classes again. Peeps, please mask up and vax so I can learn how to make maple mead! lol

Mike and Jordana are a fantastic duo to introduce you to the world of brewing. They are thoughtful,…read morediscerning, and very enthusiastic. When we visited they shared a number of varieties and specialties that we'd never encountered before, and we had a great time learning (and sampling). They're also super plugged in to the local scene, and can tell you all about what's going on in the area. Highly recommend to anyone in the area who loves beer or wants to love beer.

I love that someone called this "Bennington's Best-Kept Secret". That's an apt description…read more Just to be clear: YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE, OR BE WITH, A MEMBER TO COME HERE. Harvest Brewing is a member-supported Co-op. Anyone can come hang out, drink, eat, enjoy live music, play games, watch films, and engage in conversation. A very different type of place from the others in Bennington, Harvest is constantly evolving and its popularity is well-deserved. Sean and Lydia provide a place in town for good beer (taps, cans, bottles). Their tap list is impressive and usually includes a cider. They also have a limited selection of wine. The bars are coated in chalkboard paint and cleaned every night. There is chalk on the bar (or just ask) and you'll find everything from tic tac toe to some pretty amazing drawings (Lydia drew a face one night that was incredible). There are always peanuts on the bar but Harvest also has food, and if there is a bowl on the menu: get it. The food is limited -- don't go expecting choice. As a general rule, there is one bowl provided that can usually be made vegetarian. It's a grain or other starch with veggies, meat, and some kind of sauce. Very fresh and very delicious. The last few months have also seen charcuterie on the menu -- always excellent, too. But the bowls are the star -- Sean puts them together and they always work. PRO TIP: if there is an option to get chips and salsa get it. The salsa is the recipe from The Rattlesnake Cafe (moment of silence, please) and will bring back memories to townies of times past. If the bowl or charcuterie don't get you excited, outside food is welcome and Cilantro is right next door so grab some Mexican food and bring it on over. There is often live music on the weekends by local artists like Beard & Glasses, and Sam's band that goes by a different name each time. These guys are kick ass, take requests, and are incredibly talented and infectious. Open Wednesday through Sunday, there are games around (or bring your own) and foosball, ping pong and darts. There's talk of dart and ping pong leagues starting up, too. On Sunday nights there's a movie... this month is Bill Murray month, October was spooky stuff. Sean's vinyl and CD collections are impressive (although don't ask him to play Billy Joel) and he always has great tunes on when there isn't a band. I'm all over the place with this review but there's a LOT going on at Harvest. It's the perfect place for a fun night with cool people -- nothing crazy -- and different from the other spots around town. Pop in, consider a membership ($1 off every beer!), check out the bands, bring a book or a board game and enjoy a great crowd. Ask to sign up for the email mailing list and you'll get it in your inbox every Wednesday with what's coming up for that week -- a great way to stay in touch. Oh, and Lydia does all of the design work -- much of it by hand. Gorgeous stuff!

I was on my way for a weekend in VT, and stumbled across this cute lil' brewery near our final…read moredestination. There is some outside seating and the indoor is cozy & unassuming. We tried the "Day Job" NEIPA which had a pleasantly fresh flavor with abundant fruit undertones. We also split a "Dad Bod" which was nice, with a bit more bitterness & subtle earthiness. They have a light menu (see pic).

Went for St Patrick's Day and they had an Irish original band. Great music and crowd…read more Finger food was very good and beers are excellent. Out of the pathway but great

Love this place ! Family friendly! I have been different seasons and it has always been fun…read moreGreat staff, good beer, live music on Saturday

Stopped here for lunch. Great vibes and the place was packed! Wonderful menu and beverage…read moreselection. Priced good and food came out quick for such a big crowd. Live band helped set the tone. Sorry no picture but I'll be back!

Food was good...and that was it. placed was like a daycare with kids running around. And, the…read morebeer...the beer was horrible. I had a Yard Sale and it was quite possibly the worst beer I have ever tasted. that was until I ordered my second beer, an Alyssa Milano. I'd be irritated if someone named a beer after me and it tasted so bad. To be clear, I've gone to breweries in MA, OH, KY, Montreal, Paris, Barcelona, Germany, Iceland, Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, Costa Rica, Panama and places I have most likely forgotten. Without a shadow of a doubt, these beers were the worst beers I have ever had the displeasure of tasting. Sad, but true...

Stopped by for a drink after an afternoon at Mass Moca. Staff was friendly as always. Bar and…read morewashroom tidy and clean. Decor bright and plenty of seating. The bar was very full of guests playing board games reading and socializing. I ordered an Athletic NA and my friend a Red Rooster on Nitro. I had to try the Rooster and it was very appealing with light hops, my kind of style. There were 12 beers on rotation so you will find a beer to suit you.

If you love beer, you have to check out Bright Ideas Brewing in North Adams, especially if you're…read morevisiting Mass MoCA. It's an easy spot to make part of your day and a great place to grab a couple of pints or enjoy a flight. We loved it so much we stopped in twice, two days in a row. A great brewery with a strong tap list and friendly bartenders. Highly recommend!

What can I say other than Beer Naked Brewery is an absolute MUST when you're in the area!…read more From the perfectly brewed beers and ciders to the absolutely mouthwatering wood-fired artisan pizzas, this place checks every single box. If you're within 50 miles, do yourself a favor, bring your cash, and plan to spend the day. You won't be disappointed--in fact, you'll be planning your next visit before you even leave! We had the pleasure of sitting next to the owner, Jason, who was an absolute gentleman and such a fun guy to be around. And a huge shoutout to our guys Carter and John behind the bar for making our day that much better! Beer Naked is a true hidden gem and worth the trip. Every. Single. Time. If you know, you know!

Had my eye on this place for a while and we decided that a snowy Sunday was the perfect time to…read morehead out this way. This brewery is perched on the side of a mountain with one of the best views of the valley below. For a travel day during the winter travel season it was busy but not overly full. The place is cash only which is posted and they have an atm in the front room for ease. The mountain rustic decor matches the place and area. There was counter service for food and drinks. They had both canned cocktails, wine and locally made beers to sample. The beer selection is great if you like IPA's. We ordered two pizzas and both came out quickly from their in room wood fired oven and were absolutely delicious. Definitely worth a stop if you're traveling near by or during leaf peeping season

I love coming here for trivia night on Thursdays! The staff is always super friendly and the beer…read moreis good! They also have NA cocktails. I've also gotten the food here and it's great. I recently got a chicken quesadilla which was huge. I shared it and still had some to take home as leftovers. I also got the hummus. The pita chips it came with seemed freshly fried and were super crisp!

I didn't even know this place was here until it was on the coffee crawl!…read more I opted in for the Mocha iced latte with cherry cold foam. It was probably one of the best coffees I have had. Not too sweet but not bitter either. We talked to the owner for a little bit and he was very nice and personable. We will be back in the summer with our dog to sit out on the patio.