Mountain Maryland Tap & Pour Tour

Looking to lift your spirits? We’ve got a trail for that.

Sip your way through Allegany County, Maryland, on the Mountain Maryland Tap & Pour Tour, recently named a runner-up for Best Beer/Wine/Spirits Trail in Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine’s 2024 Best Of awards. This self-guided tour connects you to award-winning breweries, wineries, and distilleries, where you can:

  • Sample craft beers, wines, and spirits.
  • Relax in scenic outdoor spaces with mountain views.
  • Catch live music and rotating food trucks.
  • Take home bottles, growlers, and crawlers to enjoy later.

Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast, wine lover, or cocktail explorer, you’ll find a refreshing way to experience Mountain Maryland.

Locust Post Brewery – Farm-Brewed Beer, Wood-Fired Pizza & Disc Golf

Set on a 26-acre farmstead in Little Orleans, Locust Post Brewery was designed and built from the ground up using repurposed and upcycled materials. With guidance from their brewmaster, they craft beers inspired by the surrounding farmland.

Here you’ll find:

  • A spacious taproom and outdoor seating.
  • A rotating selection of flavorful beers.
  • Fresh wood-fired pizzas served alongside your pint.
  • An on-site disc golf course, perfect for pairing outdoor fun with craft brews.

 

1812 Brewery – Maryland’s First Farm Brewery

Located on 190 acres of rolling farmland, 1812 Brewery grows its own hops on towering 20-foot trellises. Housed in a converted barn built in 1812, the rustic taproom offers:

  • Beer flights and pints of house brews.
  • Growlers to go.
  • A scenic patio framed by silos and mountain views.

On weekends, enjoy live music and local food trucks at this authentic farm-to-glass experience.


 

Charis Winery & Distillery – Award-Winning Wines & Spirits

In the heart of downtown Cumberland at the Shops at Canal Place, Charis Winery & Distillery was the first of its kind in Allegany County. Visitors can sample:

  • Sweet and semi-sweet wines.
  • Gold-medal-winning brandies.
  • Small-batch spirits like Apple Pie Moonshine, coffee rum (with beans roasted by Basecamp Coffee Co.), and bourbon.

Charis has earned international recognition, including gold and silver medals from the Wine Tasters Guild.


 

Dig Deep Brewing Co. – Craft Beer by the Trails

Situated in the restored Footer’s Dye Works building in downtown Cumberland, Dig Deep Brewing Co. is steps from the Great Allegheny Passage and C&O Canal Towpath. It’s a perfect stop after a day of biking, hiking, or exploring downtown.

Expect:

  • A rotating lineup of craft beers.
  • Live weekend music and food trucks.
  • A second venue in Frostburg — The Deep End — for even more brews and entertainment.

 

Plan Your Tap & Pour Adventure

The Mountain Maryland Tap & Pour Tour is more than a tasting trail — it’s a journey through Allegany County’s culture, history, and landscapes. Pair your stops with nearby trails, historic attractions, and dining for a full weekend getaway.