10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Cabot

"Offering just about everything you could want in a dining experience, Idletyme Brewing delivers the total package. For delicious food, paired with brewed-on-site beer, along with a cozy and family-friendly atmosphere, Idletyme will have you wanting to come back for more. We started with the Fried Brussels Sprouts, drizzled with balsamic and Parmesan, which were delectable and more than enough to share."

"With over 50 breweries currently operating in Vermont, the standards for beer in Vermont are pretty high. Idletyme Brewing Company is one in Stowe that we recommend for first-time visitors. It has a spacious outdoor patio with charming ambiance, excellent beers, and comfort food."

"Great location, cuisine, and beer are a winning mix, and Idletyme reaps the benefits. To kick off your visit, enjoy six 4- ounce pours served on a ski. Growlers are available for purchase if you discover one you like."

"The legendary von Trappe Family, whose story was made famous in the musical “The Sound of Music,” emigrated to the United States and landed in Stowe, Vermont, in 1942. The Baron and Maria’s youngest son, Johannes, who still lives here to this day, dreamt of bringing Austrian-style beer to an otherwise crowded craft beer scene in Vermont. After brewing beer for a few years, the Bierhall Restaurant was born."

"After your tour or hike, you can grab a lager or a bite to eat prepared on the wood-fired Parrilla grill. There is also a gift shop. Located 58 minutes from our resort."

"The Alchemist is best known for their flagship double IPA, Heady Topper and has become a desired destination for serious beer connoisseurs. They have seasonal releases that generally sell out quickly, like the recently released Squidgy Black stout. These limited releases are part of the draw for avid beer drinkers looking to gain bragging rights, but the beer quality is what really draws the masses."

"Technically, brewery number five isn’t a brewery but a cidery, serving 24 varieties of house-brewed ciders (did you even know there could be that many?) on tap. Located in a no-nonsense warehouse, Stowe Cider’s tasting room is a festive cluster of picnic tables and barrels nestled among towers of cider cans and brewing equipment. Even if you’re usually not a fan of cider, Stowe Cider has something for everyone — from the ultra-sweet and fruit-forward, to dry, crisp and refreshing."

"At the sign of the winged apple, this warehouse-like facility houses the production facility and tasting room for Stowe's homegrown cider company, founded in 2013. Eighteen taps dispense pints ($6) and flights..."

"The first solar-powered brewery in Vermont is Rock Art, an environmentally-conscious micro-brewery and tasting room that highlights original flavors on eight rotating taps. Find your seat in the viewing room to watch the brewing process, or take home a few of the signature 22-ounce bottles with the Kokopelli logo. Some local favorites include the Vermonster barleywine, the Ridge Runner double IPA, and the Sun Rocked IPA – a citrus-packed beer with hints of pine and grapefruit that is the brewery’s first to be made entirely with solar power."

"Rock Art Brewery is one of the Stowe area’s oldest breweries, having opened in 1997. Their most well-known beers are the Ridge Runner Double IPA and Vermonster, both of which are categorized as English Barleywines. This indicates that they have a strong malt flavor and are rich in alcohol."

"Established in 1997, Rock Art Brewery is one of the Stowe area’s oldest Breweries. The Ridge Runner Double IPA and Vermonster are their most well known beers, both classified as English Barleywines. This means they lean heavily on malt characteristics for flavor and are high in alcohol."

"The brainchild of Shaun Hill, known for his uncompromising adherence to creativity and quality, this unassuming-looking brewery down a remote dirt road – voted 'world's best' four consecutive years – has developed a cult following for its small-batch brews. Its eternal classic – hoppy Edward IPA – is complemented by a host of seasonal brews, available by the glass in the on-site taproom or in growlers and cans to go. Visit midweek if possible; long lines prevail in foliage season and on holiday weekends."

"Nine miles north of Stowe and just five minutes from the Morrisville-Stowe Airport, Lost Nation Brewing in Morrisville is home to exceptional year-round brews with clean flavor profiles like the smooth and malty Rustic Ale, the Pitch Black Ale with subtle notes of smoke and roast, and the crisp Mosaic IPA. Life in Vermont, combined with lesser-known European styles, is the inspiration for these brewers, who have one guiding mission: producing honest beer. Read our interview with Lost Nation's co-brewmasters, Allen Van Anda and Jamie Griffith, in Goodspeed Magazine."

"Lost Nation is a fantastic spot to have a bite to eat and sample some of their delicious beers. Many believe the restaurant to be the best in Morrisville, with a changing BBQ-style menu, including primarily locally produced products. This is a small-batch brewery that, according to their website, “draws inspiration from lesser-known European beer types, as well as local Vermont life to drive our brews."

"Märzens must ever-so-slightly balance the fine line between sweetness and maltiness. Many beer companies fail with sugary Oktoberfest ales, but Lost Nation Brewing has successfully nailed this autumn classic. The problem is that it’s only available in the fall."

"Offering just about everything you could want in a dining experience, Idletyme Brewing delivers the total package. For delicious food, paired with brewed-on-site beer, along with a cozy and family-friendly atmosphere, Idletyme will have you wanting to come back for more. We started with the Fried Brussels Sprouts, drizzled with balsamic and Parmesan, which were delectable and more than enough to share."

"With over 50 breweries currently operating in Vermont, the standards for beer in Vermont are pretty high. Idletyme Brewing Company is one in Stowe that we recommend for first-time visitors. It has a spacious outdoor patio with charming ambiance, excellent beers, and comfort food."

"Great location, cuisine, and beer are a winning mix, and Idletyme reaps the benefits. To kick off your visit, enjoy six 4- ounce pours served on a ski. Growlers are available for purchase if you discover one you like."

"Signposted 2 miles east of St Johnsbury, this captivating spot celebrates the legacy of Vermont artist Stephen Huneck. There's an entire gallery devoted to Huneck's whimsical dog-themed artwork, but the real showstopper is the adjacent chapel, designed by Huneck to celebrate the enduring bond between humans and animals. Huneck's own contributions (a doggie weathervane, canine-themed doorknobs and stained-glass windows) are complemented by scores of photos and heartfelt notes plastered on the chapel's walls by visitors commemorating their own lost pets."

"The hike to the Stowe Pinnacle is short and steep with a climb of over 1,500 feet. It’s rated moderately difficult, but the view from the rock summit is amazing and well worth the effort. It’s one of the most photographed views in the state, with views of Mt. Mansfield, Camel’s Hump, and the Worcester and Sterling Mountain Ranges."

"Lots of rocks and boulders, you go up over 1500 feet in about 1.5 miles. Frequently Asked Questions about Stowe. The top attractions to visit in Stowe are:"

"Nine miles north of Stowe and just five minutes from the Morrisville-Stowe Airport, Lost Nation Brewing in Morrisville is home to exceptional year-round brews with clean flavor profiles like the smooth and malty Rustic Ale, the Pitch Black Ale with subtle notes of smoke and roast, and the crisp Mosaic IPA. Life in Vermont, combined with lesser-known European styles, is the inspiration for these brewers, who have one guiding mission: producing honest beer. Read our interview with Lost Nation's co-brewmasters, Allen Van Anda and Jamie Griffith, in Goodspeed Magazine."

"Lost Nation is a fantastic spot to have a bite to eat and sample some of their delicious beers. Many believe the restaurant to be the best in Morrisville, with a changing BBQ-style menu, including primarily locally produced products. This is a small-batch brewery that, according to their website, “draws inspiration from lesser-known European beer types, as well as local Vermont life to drive our brews."

"Märzens must ever-so-slightly balance the fine line between sweetness and maltiness. Many beer companies fail with sugary Oktoberfest ales, but Lost Nation Brewing has successfully nailed this autumn classic. The problem is that it’s only available in the fall."