Check Out our Favorite Wineries & Breweries
Our local wineries and breweries have plenty of fun, scenic landscapes and patios, spread out spaces, delicious craft brews and local wines.
Local Vineyards...
Bear Claw Vineyards
Bear Claw Vineyards in Blue Ridge, Georgia, is a place known for its delicious wines, breathtaking views, pristine bubbling springs, and the Blue Ridge Treehouse! It's a place you can soak up the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and breathe in the clean mountain air to renew your spirits. Relax to weekend musical entertainment, wander through the vineyards or take a vineyard tour. Bear Claw Vineyards is a densely planted vineyard, which is rarer to see, producing less grapes but better wine.
Serenberry Vineyards
Serenberry is a charming vineyard and farm winery just a few country miles from downtown Blue Ridge. Experience this intimate place and take in the simple and serene pleasures of the North Georgia Mountains while being surrounded by nature’s down-to-earth gifts of life, people, and wine. Visit the Tasting Barn, dating back to the 1920s, and sample a variety of sweet, dry, and hearty wines. Linger longer; select your favorite wine, by the glass or bottle, and explore the beautiful, relaxed setting on the open-air patio or take a leisurely stroll through the vines. For directions and hours, call 706-623-8463 or visit: Serenberry Vineyards.
Mercier Orchards
Mercier Orchards is the only apple orchard in Georgia that grows, presses, ferments and bottles their own hard apple cider & farm wines. Mercier’s is also the first producer of Hard Cider in the state. Visit their 120-acre farm and pick up some hard ciders, including Grumpy Granny, Adele’s Choice, Black Bee, Apple Bramble, Lone Tree, Old #3 and Just Peachy. Their farm wines include Fall Harvest Apple, Blackberry Winter and Summer Sweet Peach wines. Plus Pearody, Rock Steady Red, Legends and Cherrohoochee hard cider. For more information see: Mercier Orchards.
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Nearby Vineyards...
Cartecay Vineyards
Cartecay Vineyards is located in Ellijay in the scenic Cartecay region. The vineyard has entertainment on weekends on the Chimney Patio. The Tasting Barn is a refurbished circa 1890s barn, with seating areas around a wood fire stove, covered porch, deck and events room, which was originally a hay loft. Cartecay Vineyards makes a variety of wines, including Vidal Blanc, Traminette, Chimney Red, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Chateau Meichtry
Chateau Meichtry is a family owned and operated winery and vineyard near Ellijay. The vineyard is located in a beautiful setting, and features music every Saturday. Full tours of the vineyard are available every Saturday and Sunday at 12:30 p.m. by reservation. The tour includes a tasting of 5 wines, a glass of your favorite wine at tour conclusion and a crystal Chateau Meichtry wine glass.
Ott Farms and Vineyard
Ott Farms and Vineyard is located in Ellijay Georgia on 7+ acres of Gilmer County's most beautiful mountain view. They currently have 4 acres of French-American hybrid grapes planted. Ott Farms and Vineyards also features an 1800 square foot tasting room with a 30 ft x 30 ft vaulted covered pavilion and an 8 ft x 80 ft covered porch ready to accommodate you rain or shine.
Paradise Hills Winery Resort & Spa
Paradise Hills is located near Blairsville. As you drive into the entrance of the 35 acre property, there is a small test vineyard roadside, below some of the rental cabins. The main vineyard at Paradise Hills stretches beyond the centrally located Lodge with the winery production building alongside it. The vineyards were originally planted in 2012 with a variety of grapes to include Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Reisling, Chardonnel, Traminette and Sangiovese.
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Grumpy Old Men Brewing
Grumpy Old Men Brewing was founded in October of 2012. Their first legal brew was shipped in July of 2013. The brewery was founded by a couple of retired beer enthusiasts that went from brewing in an outdoor shower to opening their own Micro-Brewery located in Blue Ridge, Georgia. In 2018, the guys decided it was becoming too much work so they passed over their tap handles to another Grumpy Old Man & his Crabby Old Lady. The original grumpy old men are now enjoying their retirement from the other side of the bar, drinking the awesome beer they created and hanging out with everyone. Located at 1315 East Main St., Blue Ridge, GA 30513.
Buck Bald Brewery
Buck Bald Brewing is a small, family owned brewery. Sylvie, Patrick, and Alexandra work hard to bring you quality craft beer and great times every time you visit. We've turned an old service station into something special and we're happy to be able to share it with you. In addition to a variety of tasty beers and a great Location, you are sure to feel like part of the family when you visit Buck Bald Brewing. Our goal is to provide a fun, comfortable spot where you are sure to run into a friend or two. With the best outdoor patio in Copperhill/McCaysville and as tasty a beer lineup as you'll find, Buck Bald Brewing is soon to be your favorite hang out. Fill a Pint...Fill a Growler...Fill your Mind! For info click here.
Copperhill Brewery
They say it's Craft Beer You'll Dig! Copperhill Brewing has a passion. A passion to brew high quality, diverse, and exceptional tasting craft beer. Brewing craft beer is truly an art form, and their goal is to brew an exceptional selection of craft beers that will set Copperhill Brewery apart from all others. Enjoy the variety of craft beers offered in the tap room! For more information click here. Be sure to visit their downtown Ducktown brewing location (3 miles away) This is where there beer is brewed.
Angry Hops Brewery
Angry Hops was created by 2 guys who have a love for craft beer. One day they decided to take the leap and start their own brewery in Blue Ridge, GA. Once they started working together everything just clicked. They have a love for the traditional styles of beer. But they also plan on pushing the envelope on the popular styles like IPAs, stouts, and sours. So check out Angry Hops Brewing. They are positive they will have a beer for you!
Tipping Point Brewery Co.
Tipping Point Brewing Co. is our newest brewery and located right in the center of downtown, they offer a variety of craft brews, seltzers and they have the Sunday Ticket for NFL viewing! Open 7 days a week. They are located on the second floor of Trackside Station, directly across from the Downtown Blue Ridge City Park. Indoor and outdoor seating.
Local Tip: Tipping Point is surrounded by several great food options. Pick up some food from Cucinella's Pizzeria or Smokin' E's BBQ and bring it with you!. Follow them on Facebook for live music and special event listings.
Be sure to drink responsibly! Always have a designated driver or call one of our local cab and transportation companies for a ride or to book a Wine Tour:
- Hoppin' Around Georgia - 786-889-9650
- Goober Ride - 706-258-8105
- Mountain Transportation - 706-851-9465
- Libation Transportation - 404-915-9249
- Water to Wine Tours of North GA - 706-633-6520
- STAT Rides - 706-431-8877
- The Grape Escape Wine Adventures - 706-686-5045
- Party Bus Rentals - 833-458-7001
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Tipping Point Brewing Co.322 West Main St., Ste. 2D
Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Tipping Point Brewing Co.
322 West Main St., Ste. 2D Blue Ridge, GA 30513 (706) 946-2765 Website
Angry Hops Brewing341 East Main St.
Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Angry Hops Brewing
341 East Main St. Blue Ridge, GA 30513 Website