Plan a craft brewery and distillery tour of Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY, where new developments along this "Grape & Grain Trail" are happening all the time. Visit the original Southern Tier Brewing Company in Lakewood, one of the largest craft-makers in the United States. Have a beer and a bite to eat at The Empty Pint and take a brewery tour. Then, head next door for a cocktail at The Empty Bottle.
In the heart of downtown Jamestown, the recently opened Wicked Warren's brings together handcrafted brews and delicious food perfect for pizza lovers and beer enthusiasts.
Get your fill of craft beer, wine and liquor at Five & 20 Spirits & Brewing/Mazza Chautauqua Cellars -- New York State's first combined brewery, winery and distillery. Head to the Chautauqua Lake region and Big Inlet Brewing for craft beer with live music and local food vendors.
Dine and enjoy an Ellicottville Brewing Company beer or two at the brewery's location in Chautauqua County, located in Bemus Point on Chautauqua Lake.
Chautauqua County has seen a rise in farm breweries and distilleries, meaning that products must contain a minimum of 75% New York State agricultural products such as grains, honey, fruits, maple syrup, etc. Read our Craft Beverage Tour of Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY blog post to discover more craft beverage producers in addition to craft-centric watering holes. Looking for information on local wineries? Start here.
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