3564 Gordon-Landis Rd., Arcanum

937-417-0565

Located in the heart of farm country, A.R. Winery is producing unique wine flavors fit for any palette. Some fun flavors include The Dark Berry Rises, Just PM Me peach mango, and El Loco Lime. For those not so enthusiastic about wine, they have Briar Brown local craft beer on tap. Come hungry because they are firing up brick oven pizzas featuring a new special every month. Although they adore pets, during business hours please leave your furry friends at home. Check them out Wednesday through Saturday after 4pm.  

4199 Iddings Rd., West Milton

937-698-1122

Family owned and operated since 2013, Old Mason Winery started out as a hobby for these masonry experts and took off after the locals just couldn’t get enough! Razz, Summer Lovin, and Statesman are good wines to try or grab a flight and see what you like. The ambience couldn’t be more serene out on the patio but they have a large in-door tasting room if you like a roof over your head and often feature live music. They open at noon everyday except Sundays they are closed. 

152 OH-726, Eaton

937-472-9463

Situated inside an old restored 1890’s schoolhouse, the locals can’t get enough of this scenic winery. They feature a wide array of wines from Chardonnay to Cabernet Franc. For something fun and a little sweeter, try their Pinkalicious. They offer live music or events on most weekends and are known to have a local food truck offering dinner. Doors open at 1pm Wednesday through Saturday, closing at various times. 

123 N. Main St., Piqua

937-615-6076

Originating in Springboro, Crooked Handle opened their doors here in the Upper Miami Valley nearing the end of the Pandemic. They got their start as a garage brewery and quickly grew to be loved by our locals. They offer a wide range of craft beers and domestics as well as some delicious grub. Events are a regular, check out their website for more info, and visit them Monday through Saturday starting at 11:30am. 

324 Union Blvd., Englewood

This unique brewery is not only brewing small batch craft beer but kombucha as well. Their menu is ever changing and featuring specials of the season. On warm days sit out on the patio and admire their outdoor garden full of native and edible plants. Their hours vary and would be best to check out their Facebook page before visiting. 

738 W. National Rd., Vandalia

937-387-6476

An in-town brewery with that country barn feel, The Hairless Hare is brewing up a wide range of beers right on site. Try their American Ale for a light brew or the Cold War Imperial Stout for something dark and rich. Smoked Wings and the Smoked Salmon Pizza are some of the top items on their menu. For desert try their Cinnamon Roll Pastry Stout out on the patio. Open 4-10pm Wednesday through Friday and 2-10pm on Saturday. 

619 Lincoln Ave., Troy

937-553-3673

Winning awards all over the nation, Hayner Distilling reopened their doors just a few years ago after the 1920 National Prohibition Act put them out of business. 100 years later and a passion to resurrect the formally famous whisky blend, Hayner is breaking records and producing spirit blends coveted by our locals. Today they have a wide variety of whiskey/bourbon, rye, gin, and vodkas. Check out their small shop Thursdays and Fridays 12-5pm and Saturday 12-3pm.

7095 Staley Rd., New Carlisle

937-846-1443

Take a step back in time upon entering this distillery. From the antique pot stills to the 200 year old recipe, Indian Creek is creating small batch whiskey like no other! Stop in for a tasting, guided tasting flight on a Saturday, or just to browse their historic gift shop. Open 12-5pm Tuesday through Friday and 12-7pm on Saturday.