Beer, Wine & Spirits
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Recently-Shuttered Grays Ferry Tavern to Reopen Under New Ownership
Grace Tavern, the Grays Ferry restaurant and bar that was shuttered back in January after 20 years, is set to reopen under new ownership, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Tavern Group, which includes owner and founder Stephen Carlino and three partners, will be taking over the space’s liquor license. There is…
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Delaware County Wineries Beckon With the Promise of Spring
Spring is nearly upon us and even if the weather hasn’t found us yet, it’s a good time to add Delaware County wineries to your day trip plans, writes Michele Edington for Main Line Tonight. Here in Delaware County, there are two you can explore. The estate for Penns Woods Winery in Chadds Ford offers…
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This Restaurant in Rittenhouse Square is a Natural Wine Hot Spot
When people enter to dine at a.kitchen+bar in Rittenhouse Square, it’s easy to get lost in the delicious international dishes, but it’s wine is what really sets it apart from many other eateries, writes Julia Larson for Wine Spectator. The restaurant has a list of about 350 wines. According to wine director Frank Kinyon, to…
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2SP Brewing Company in Aston Featuring Museum Art on a Can
Has 2SP Brewing Company’s new Public Domain beers feature artwork in Philadelphia that are also in the public domain, and therefore free to use. The first Public Domain beer, “Letters from Aston IPA” features Vincent van Gogh’s “The Postman” on a can. The original, dating back to 1889, is at the Barnes Foundation. The other…
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Brothers Kershner Brewing Continues Its Chester County Expansion with New Taproom
Skippack-based Brothers Kershner Brewing is continuing its expansion in Chester County with a new taproom in Avondale, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Co-founders Kevin and Basil Kershner are aiming for a May opening of their latest establishment called The Barrel by Brothers Kershner. The taproom will occupy a two-story, historic stone bank…
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Fans Rush to Buckingham Valley Vineyards for Special-Release Green Sparkling Wine Ahead of Super Bowl
With the Super Bowl fast approaching, fans are rushing to Buckingham Valley Vineyards to grab a bottle of its special-release Green Sparkling Wine, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Jerry Forest, who owns the winery with his wife, Kathy, and their three sons, had no idea the wine would become so popular…
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For Dry January, Try These Alcohol Alternatives in Delaware County
For those ready to abstain from alcohol during Dry January, several alcohol-free options are offered at Delaware County bars and restaurants, writes Emily Kovach for Visit Delco PA. Theresa’s Café and Next Door in Wayne, a James Beard Award winner for its beverages, has several creative options like the bitter and bracing Phony Negroni or…
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Morrisville Brewery Releases Girl Scout-Inspired Beers for Second Year in a Row
Back by popular demand, Bitchin’ Kitten Brewery in Morrisville is releasing its second annual line of Girl Scout-inspired beers on January 16th at noon. The Adventures in Scouting beer collection offers four creative brews: Cinnamon Roll Winter Warmer, Lemon Sour Ale, Chocolate Stout with Caramel & Toasted Coconut, and Peanut Butter Brown Ale. The release…
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2SP in Aston Has Set Out to Be Delaware County’s Brewry
2SP Brewing, an Aston brewery, has gone out of its way to be Delco’s brewery, writes Jeff Tomik for Philly Voice. Brewer Adam Peterson has pushed collaborations and donations as a way to stay close to its Delaware County roots and connect to the communities 2SP serves. You’ll find 2SP collaborating with Wawa on a…
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Deer Creek Malthouse in Glen Mills Describes a Beer Promotion Nightmare
A little-known state grant program promoting Pennsylvania’s beer industry is not great about paying for those promotions, reports Spotlight PA. Mark Brault, owner of Deer Creek Malthouse in Glen Mills, discovered that first-hand. Brault created Deer Creek Malthouse in 2012 to highlight the use of locally owned grains in malt ingredients. He applied for and…
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This Media Bar Really Knows How to Do Festive Up for the Holidays
Christmas-themed bars have emerged as a new trend during the holiday season, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. Beyond a mere string of lights and a few wreaths, these special establishments create a self-contained world of holiday glow, with good tidings, cozy drinks, indulgent snacks and a soundtrack to go with it all. Here in…
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Delaware County Leadership: Jared Adkins, Owner, Bluebird Distilling and Char & Stave
Jared Adkins, owner of Phoenixville-based Bluebird Distilling and Char & Stave, a European-inspired coffee shop with locations in Chestnut Hill and Ardmore, grew up in Skippack. His parents were also entrepreneurs who owned several daycares and a construction company, where Adkins worked as a teenager. After college, he discovered a passion for brewing beer and…
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Jacquin’s in Kensington is America’s Oldest Producer of Cordials
Charles Jacquin et Cie., better known as Jacquin’s, founded in 1884, has been bottling liquor in Kensington since 1941 and prides itself on being America’s oldest producer of cordials, write Jenn Ladd and Lauren Schneiderman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. During its peak production season, which lasts from May to September, the company churns out at…
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This Brewery in Croydon Has One of the Highest-Rated IPAs in Pennsylvania
The craft beer scene has gradually taken shape across the nation and Pennsylvania has a long profile of solid options to choose from when it comes to the popular IPAs, according to Stacker. The publication has put together a list of the best IPAs from Pennsylvania, using data from BeerAdvocate. A popular Bucks County brewery…
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Check Out These Happy Hour Deals in Delaware County
Longer happy hours sanctioned by the state mean more happy hour deals available to the tavern or restaurant guest. Here are eight Delaware County happy hours worth checking out, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Streetlight Kitchen & Bar happy hour in Drexel Hill has, $6 draft beers from local breweries, $7 wines, and…
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USA Today Names Elverson-Based Gin as Best Craft Gin of 2024
Elverson’s Revivalist Garden Gin from Botanery Barn Distilling is the best craft gin in the country for 2024, according to a new USA Today 10Best ranking. The Chester County craft gin distillery keeps things fresh, innovative, and unique when it comes to its award-winning, sustainable, and delicious gin. The popular drink, which has been voted…
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The Best Main Line Breweries Include 4 From Delaware County
For the best draft beers out there, you can’t beat what’s coming out of our local breweries in the Main Line region, including out of Delaware County breweries. Here in Delaware County, there are four breweries worth checking out, writes the Main Line Today staff. A multi-state franchise, but still a local favorite, Iron Hill…
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Pottstown Winery Closes After 31 Years, 3,000 Gallons of Wine for Sale in Bulk
George Kline, the owner of West Hanover Winery which has locations in Pottstown and Harrisburg, has decided to retire from the vino business, writes Mac Bell for ABC27. Kline said he and his wife decided to close the winery because of his health problems and desire to enjoy life. “I have been having some health…
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