Craft Beer Country
15+ breweries and distilleries from lakeside microbreweries to award-winning farm operations and Ottawa's best taprooms. The Sip & Savour Lanark County trail connects them all.
Lakeside & Local
The closest craft producers to Big Gull Lake — no highway driving required.
Bon Echo Brewing
Custom small-batch brewery founded by Reed Schwenger (Master’s degree from Doemens World Brewing Academy, Bavaria; formerly of Goose Island, Chicago) and Claire Griffin. Specialises in personalised, one-of-a-kind beers. Not a traditional taproom — contact for availability.
Lanark County
The heart of Eastern Ontario's craft beverage scene — Perth, Almonte, Carleton Place, and Westport. The Sip & Savour Lanark County trail connects them all.
Perth Brewery
Operating for nearly 30 years. Flagship: Last Duel Lager (named after the last fatal duel fought in Canada, which took place in Perth in 1833). Tasting room and brewery tours available.
Bridge Master Brewing Company
Located next to the heritage swing bridge near Crystal Palace. Beers include Walk Don’t Run Pilsner. Views of the Tay Canal from the patio.
Top Shelf Distillers
Must-SeeCraft distillery producing Perth Canadian Whiskey (Gold Medal, 2020 Canadian Artisan Spirit Competition), vodka, gin, and liqueurs. Tastings and tours.
Dairy Distillery
Must-SeeState-of-the-art craft distillery producing Vodkow — vodka made from unused milk sugar (lactose). Tasting room with craft cocktails, tours available. A genuinely unique Canadian innovation.
Stalwart Brewing Co.
Craft brewery with events like taco nights and games. Located in the charming downtown core.
Braumeister Brewing
Hosts trivia nights and live music. German-inspired brewing tradition.
Kingston & South
An 8th-generation farm brewery worth the drive — stop on the way to or from Kingston.
MacKinnon Brothers Brewing
Must-SeeFarm brewery on an 8th-generation family farm (settled 1784). Grains grown on-site. Taproom in a restored century-old barn with farm-field patio. Beers: Red Fox Ale, Crosscut Canadian Ale, Philly Light, and more.
Ottawa & Gatineau
Ottawa's craft beer scene is one of the best in the country. Cross the bridge into Gatineau for a distinctly Québécois take on craft brewing.
Beyond the Pale Brewing Company
Must-SeeTwo locations: City Centre (16 taps, open brewhouse view, massive summer patio) and ByWard Taproom (historic ByWard Market). Diverse beer selection including IPAs and unique flavours. Mushroom poutine and mac & cheese.
Lowertown Brewery
Craft beers paired with scratch-cooked comfort food and smoked meats. Full band karaoke and open mic nights. In the heart of ByWard Market.
Brasserie du Bas-Canada
Must-SeeHighly rated (4.8 stars) Gatineau brewery with taproom, shop, and bistro fare. Known for excellent IPAs, boozy stouts, and seasonal menus. Vinyl Saturdays. Cross the bridge into Quebec for a distinctly different vibe.
Calabogie
Craft beer at the golf resort — pair a round or a hike with a pint in the hills west of the cottage.
Calabogie Brewing Co.
On-site craft brewery at the Calabogie Highlands Golf Resort. Available on tap at the resort’s pub and restaurant.
Bancroft
A friendly taproom in cottage country — an easy detour when you're headed toward the Haliburton Highlands.
Bancroft Brewing Co.
Handcrafted beers including Blueberry Wheat, Prospector’s Ale, Miner’s Pick, and York River Stout. Full taproom open daily.
Westport
Village craft beer on Upper Rideau Lake — combine with Spy Rock, boutiques, and a meal at The Cove.
Westport Brewing Company
Local craft brewery in the heart of Westport village.
More Craft Producers
Trail overviews and other stops that don't sit in a single town bucket — still worth adding to your route.
Sip & Savour Lanark County
Must-SeeA curated craft beverage trail connecting breweries, distilleries, and cideries across Lanark County. Includes Perth Brewery, Top Shelf Distillers, Dairy Distillery, Stalwart Brewing, Braumeister Brewing, Cartwright Springs Brewery (Pakenham), and more.
Sip & Savour Trail
The ultimate craft beverage day trip through Lanark County — breweries, distilleries, and world-class chocolate. Designated driver required.
Sip & Savour Lanark County Trail
A curated craft beverage trail connecting breweries, distilleries, and cideries across Lanark County. Trail map available online — a perfect framework for a full day of tasting.
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