Cracked Barrel Winery 

570 Coulee Trail

Hudson, WI 54016

(715) 690-2217

Open Wednesday through Sunday, Cracked Barrel offers a spacious tasting room to savor its wines made from locally grown grapes. Outdoor seating is offered, overlooking their beautiful vineyard, and they host a number of events throughout the year.

 

Belle Vinez 

W10829 875th Avenue

River Falls, WI 54022

(715) 426-9463

The Belle Vinez property is beautiful which is why this site is frequently sought after for weddings and events. They offer salads and wood-fired pizzas to accompany their wine selection and have a wine club available to join.

 

Rustic Roots Winery 

20168 St. Croix Trail N.

Scandia, MN 55073

(651) 433-3311

With over 1,500 grapevines planted on this vineyard property, which is situated in a gorgeous setting with distant views, Rustic Roots is worth the drive north of Stillwater! Large patio areas, complete with a water feature, add a beautiful vibe to any of the lovely wines that can be enjoyed. Smaller plates are offered, but it is suggested to call ahead as what is offered is seasonal. 

 

Chateau St. Croix Winery

1998 I-87, 

St. Croix Falls, WI 54024

(715) 483-2556 

An authentic chateau charm offers a royal setting to this vineyard. The Chateaus hosts several fun events throughout the season along with a music series, wine tastings, and an art gallery.

 

Forestville Vines

W8101 690th Ave.

River Falls, WI 54022

(715) 426-5555

A unique wine experience brings you back in time to this historic one-room schoolhouse that has been creatively renovated. Forestville offers a variety of artisan pizzas and cookie options to accompany any of their wines or local brews on tap. Know that Forestville is open from May to the end of October.

 

St. Croix Vineyards

 6428 Manning Ave N

Stillwater, MN 55082

(651) 430-3310

St. Croix Vineyard makes the most of the varied Minnesota seasons offering a Wine and Canvas Painting Party, Federweisser, Snowshoeing fun in the winter, live music, and more so that you can enjoy not only the events but enhance them with the delicious wines. Of course, apple picking might be an additional activity if you time your visit well.

 

Forge and Foundry Distillery 

223 Main St. N.

Stillwater, MN 55082

(651) 342-2242

Forge and Foundry prides themselves on being a small craft distillery that utilizes locally sourced ingredients. Classes, a distillery tour, and tastings, along with special events are available not to mention a gorgeous view overlooking the St. Croix River.

 

Lucky Guys Distillery

101 2nd Street South

Hudson, WI 54016

(715) 245-8168

Distilling their own spirits including ouzo, Lucky Guys is passionate about their offerings. Not only do they sell spirits in creative concoctions, but they offer the local charcuterie boxes by Brie. The Hudson bay view and large deck space are sure to make you feel lucky also! On the weekends you will find food trucks, which pair well with any of their drinks. 

 

Tattersall Distilling

1777 Paulson Road

River Falls, WI 54022

(534) 248-8300

This space is enormous as there is not only a tasting room but an amphitheater that hosts a number of events throughout the year. You will also find a cocktail bar & restaurant space to serve up their craft cocktails. You can take their creations to go from their gift shop on-site. Be careful not to mix up this River Falls location with the one in Minneapolis.

 

 

Lift Bridge

1900 Tower D. W. 

Stillwater, MN 55082

(888) 430-2337

Sipping Key Lime Ale or Mini Doughnut beer with a backdrop of the St.Croix River can not be beat. With a fun mix of hops and tweaks to the malts, one will not only get to drink fun flavors at Lift Bridge but they offer tours, private events and space for weddings/rehearsal dinners.

 

River Siren Brewing

225 Main Street

Stillwater, MN 55082

Of course, being located on the St. Croix River adds to this historic space. A patio is available to enjoy both the river and the assortment of ales available in both growlers and crowlers. Offering music three nights a week and weekly trivia night enhances your experience as you visit River Siren in downtown Stillwater. 

 

Hop and Barrel Brewing 

310 Second Street

Hudson, WI 54016

(715) 808-8390

Hop and Barrel has 16 taps available with a sister location in Spring Valley. Why not start your day with a Breakfast Brew or a Minnesconsin Lager? Close to the St. Croix River, this taproom offers Foosball, Skeeball, and more as well as being dog friendly. Make sure to check out their Drinking Team promotions & podcast!

 

Pitchfork Brewing 

745 Ryan Drive

Hudson, WI 54016

(715) 245-36757

Producing small-batch brews, Pitchfork proudly uses locally sourced products. They smoke their meat and offer a variety of delicious pizzas, appetizers, and sandwiches to accompany the beers that they craft.

 

3rd Act Craft Brewery 

4120 Radio Drive

Woodbury, MN 55129

(651) 998-2337

As a third act on their professional journey, the owners have made this a family-friendly brewery offering an array of brews on tap, in growlers, and in crowlers.  Also offered are sparkling hard ciders and, in the spring, hard ciders cooler slushies. Neopolitan pizzas, pretzels, and more are also available to accompany your drinks. 

Thor's Hard Cider 

6428 Manning Ave N

Stillwater, MN 55082

(651) 278-8666

If you're looking to try something other than beer, Thor's Hard Cider has you covered! Their Hard Cider is made farm fresh locally grown apples from their orchard. Located with a charming backdrop, you can enjoy their fresh hard cider with your pup on the patio or inside with some of their sweet apple baked goods. 

Local Tip!
We love getting flights at Thor's Hard Cider! You can try a little of everything!