Local Hooch is Sure to Raise Your Spirits at Northeastern PA’s Craft Distilleries
Northeastern PA is rapidly becoming a destination for craft spirits enthusiasts, thanks to its burgeoning scene of small-batch distilleries. From the Pocono Mountains to the Wyoming Valley, local distillers are crafting unique whiskeys, vodkas, rums, and moonshines that reflect the region’s rich heritage and innovative spirit. These artisans prioritize quality and creativity, offering visitors an authentic taste of NEPA’s diverse flavors and a glimpse into the meticulous process behind each handcrafted bottle. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, NEPA’s distilleries provide an inviting atmosphere to explore and savor the local craft spirit scene.
Northeastern PA’s craft distilleries not only produce exceptional spirits but also serve as community hubs where stories are shared over expertly crafted drinks. Embark on a journey through NEPA’s craft distilleries and experience the region’s commitment to quality, flavor, and hospitality.
Tannersville, PA
This popular craft brewery in the heart of the Pocono Mountains goes a step beyond beer with a full line of craft spirits. Barley Creek Brewing Company’s 50-gallon hillbilly still cranks out rum, vodka, gin, whiskey and delicious, flavored moonshine.
Bloomsburg, PA
The small and locally-owned Dead Man Walking Distillery is creating high-quality handcrafted moonshines and liquors. Their inventive flavors such as “Morgue-a-Rita”, root beer, and strawberry tart are customer favorites. Stop in for a tasting or relax at the bar with a craft cocktail using their spirits.
White Haven, PA
This microdistillery and cocktail bar is all about bringing people together over the finest local spirits. Take a tour to see the entire process, then try some for yourself, straight up, on the rocks, or in one of Holy Ghost Distillery’s specialty cocktails.
Spring Glen, PA
Jack-Azz Distilling serves up one of a kind beverages at their micro-distillery. Specializing in moonshine with a twist, various flavors mean there are choices for all tastes. Fan-favorites include Apple Pie and “Fuzzy Azz Peach.” They also offer classic rums, whiskeys, and various cocktails for more traditional options.
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Bartonsville, PA
Madness Distillery & Zombies Tasting Room is a fully immersive zombie apocalypse cocktail and spirits experience. In the Zombie Apocalypse Tasting Room, you can have your cocktail and zombie survival training at the same time. You’ll die for these unique and delicious end-of-world themed drinks.
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Schuylkill Haven, PA
Take a step back in time at Main Street Moonshine, a Prohibition-themed distillery and pub. They distills and bottles all of their “shine” onsite. Distillery tours, tastings, and “Make Your Own Flavor of Moonshine” are available Friday evenings and Saturdays.
Stroudsburg, PA
Take in the picturesque Pocono Mountain views along with a tasting flight or hand-crafted cocktail at this multi-faceted winery, brewery and distillery in Stroudsburg. Enjoy Mountain View Vineyard’s small batch whiskey, flavored vodka, brandy and signature moonshine.
Jim Thorpe, PA
This widely popular distillery bottles up hand-crafted, locally-sourced whiskeys, bourbons, moonshines and liqueurs. The Nomad Distilling Co. tasting room also offers a unique selection of cocktail creations with plenty of room for sittin’ and sippin’.
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East Stroudsburg, PA
Stock up on award-winning whiskey, vodka and gin at this airport hangar-turned distillery and tasting room in East Stroudsburg. Silverback Distillery is mother-daughter-run and offers high proof moonshine and convenient bottle bundle packs.
Saylorsburg, PA
Lose yourself in the sprawling scenery at this vineyard, winery and distillery in Saylorsburg. The winery features a line of hand-crafted, fruit flavored moonshines. Stop into Sorrenti Family Estate for a tasting, or grab a moonshine-inspired cocktails.
Article updated from its original version published on 11/18/2020.
