Drinks About Town: Brewery and Spirits Bus Tour

Overview

This afternoon tour is a look at many different craft alcohol products that are being made here in the city of Portland. We will start at Shipyard Brewing Company, a brewery that has helped put Portland on the map for craft beer. \

After we enjoy a selection of their many different styles of beer, we will head over to Après. We will sample flavorful hard seltzers and alcoholic apple ciders that they produce right in the lively East Bayside neighborhood.

Our last stop is at Three of Strong Spirits for cocktails to learn about their fascination with taking their time to create high-quality rums.

City: Portland

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $99.00

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Mon 23 Dec

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What's Included

Bottled Water

Transportation

Beer & Spirits Tasting

Snacks

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 21 years (photo ID required)

What To Expect

Shipyard Brewing Company

Founded in 1994, Shipyard is one the largest breweries in the State of Maine. The legendary partnership of Fred Forsley and Alan Pugsley of Shipyard Brewing, is not one to look past. Starting in Kennebunk as Federal Jack’s Brew Pub, Shipyard made their way to Portland in 1994 after they grew out of their space only a year later. Even now, with new breweries opening up all over Portland, they continue to be a huge player in Portland’s craft beer industry today.

Three of Strong Spirits

Three of Strong opened in Portland’s lively East Bayside neighborhood in July of 2019. Founded by financial and investment manager Sam Pierce and beverage industry attorney David McConnell, their 6,200 square foot tasting room is also their distillation workshop. This allows them to showcase small-batch rums that are distilled with 100% organic cane syrup, pure Sebago Lake water, and yeast. Distiller Graham Hamblett was previously the master distiller at Dogfish Head Distilling Co. in Delaware. Find out the historical origin of their unique company name as you enjoy rum-based cocktails in Maine’s newest distillery.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (6)

Stacey R

May 2019

I took the tour to a winery, brewery, and distillery, and I had an awesome time! The staff are wonderful and knowledgeable.

Response from Host

May 2019

Thanks so much Stacey! Happy to have you and hope to see you again! Cheers!

Storyteller202631

Jan 2019

My wife and I went for my birthday. The guides (Nate and Hannah) were very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Ditto the people we talked with at the two breweries and the winery. Highly recommended!

Response from Host

Jan 2019

Thank you very much. We always love to see people joining us for special occasions and providing a memorable experience. We hope to see you again soon!

Stephanie M

Jun 2018

We went on the tour for a company event and it was amazing. Our guide Sara was very knowledgeable. It was nice to end at the winery (which is also next to another great brewery if then let you end the tour here and uber/lyft back). The wines were fantastic - i was a little skeptical (being from Cali and all) but they were delicious. The first stop (Foundation brewing) was probably the best stop of the 3 breweries we visited - super cool atmosphere and beautiful pine trees. If I was in Maine, I'd hop on this bus again.