If you’re visiting North Conway, exploring the local craft beverage scene is a great way to spend an afternoon or evening after a day in the White Mountains. The Mount Washington Valley has a surprisingly diverse selection of breweries, wineries, distilleries, meaderies, and cider-focused spots, with everything from locally brewed beer and wood-fired pizza to handcrafted spirits and New Hampshire wines.
Many of these spots are just minutes from our North Conway vacation rental, making it easy to enjoy some of the best breweries and other craft beverage destinations near North Conway without spending your entire day driving.
🍺 Moat Mountain Smokehouse & Brewing Co.
Location: 3378 White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, NH 03860
Phone: 603-356-6381
One of the most popular breweries in the North Conway area, Moat Mountain Smokehouse & Brewing Co. combines a full brewery with a large BBQ-focused restaurant. It’s a great choice if you want good food and locally brewed beer in the same place. Their beer selection includes a variety of styles, from IPAs and pale ales to stouts and seasonal offerings. Moat Mountain has also been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, making it a popular stop for both visitors and locals.
Best for: BBQ, dinner, families, and a full meal with your beer
Location: 2686 White Mountain Hwy, Conway, NH 03860
Phone: 603-356-0457
Saco River Brewing is a popular stop just outside North Conway and is a great choice if you’re looking for craft beer, wood-fired pizza, and a relaxed atmosphere. They offer a rotating selection of beers, so there’s usually something new to try. Their rooftop deck is another highlight, especially on a nice afternoon or evening when you want to enjoy a drink outside.
Best for: Craft beer, pizza, outdoor seating, and a relaxed afternoon
Location: 66 Hobbs St, Conway, NH 03818
Phone: 603-447-5400
Located in Conway just outside North Conway, Tuckerman Brewing Company is one of the area’s best-known and longest-established breweries. They’re known for a wide selection of New England-style beers and offer food, including brick-fired pizza. With both indoor and outdoor stages, Tuckerman is also a great place to catch live music while enjoying a local beer.
Best for: Craft beer, live music, pizza, and a lively atmosphere
Location: 15 Town Hall Rd, Intervale, NH 03845
Phone: 603-307-1070
Ledge Brewing Company is a smaller, locally focused brewery in Intervale that has developed a strong following in the Mount Washington Valley. In addition to its rotating selection of craft beers, Ledge has a taco bar and regularly hosts entertainment and live music. It’s a good option if you want something a little more laid-back and local.
Best for: Local beer, tacos, live music, and a casual atmosphere
Check out their entertainment schedule for all their events and live music!
If beer isn’t your thing, Cathedral Ledge Distillery is one of the best places near North Conway to try locally produced spirits. Their lineup includes vodka, gin, whiskey, and bourbon, with tasting experiences and seasonal cocktails available. It’s also a convenient stop because it’s located right on White Mountain Highway in North Conway.
Best for: Spirits, tastings, cocktails, and a change of pace from beer
Location: 3340 White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, NH 03860
Phone: 603-730-5696
A short drive from North Conway, Tamworth Distilling is one of the more unusual craft beverage destinations in the White Mountains. The distillery is known for creative small-batch spirits made with local ingredients, including some truly unconventional flavors. Some unique whiskeys are made with green crab, venison, goose, and beaver. Their experimental approach makes this a fun stop for anyone who wants to try something different from the typical brewery or winery experience.
Best for: Whiskey, unique spirits, adventurous drinkers, and a memorable experience
Location: 15 Cleveland Hill Rd, Tamworth, NH 03886
Phone: 603-323-7196
Located in North Conway Village, White Mountain Winery is an easy addition to a downtown afternoon. They offer a variety of reds, whites, fruit wines, and other wine selections in a relaxed tasting-room environment. Its location also makes it convenient to combine with other downtown attractions and nearby craft beverage stops.
Best for: Wine tastings, couples, downtown exploring, and a quieter experience
Location: 2724 White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, NH 03860
Phone: 603-356-9463
Sap House Meadery offers something a little different from the typical North Conway brewery. Their honey-based meads have a cider-like appeal, with a variety of locally crafted flavors to try. They also have a full menu and bar, making it more than just a tasting stop. It’s an especially good choice for a date night or an evening when you want to try something different.
Best for: Mead, date night, food, and trying something unique
Location: 2686 White Mountain Hwy Suite 2, North Conway, NH 03860
Phone: 603-307-1209
Located in Bartlett, Alpine Garden Winery offers a scenic setting for a relaxed afternoon of wine and cider-style beverages. It’s a nice option if you’re already exploring the Bartlett area and want to add a tasting stop to your day. Light snacks are available, and guests can also bring their own food.
Best for: A relaxed afternoon, wine, cider-style drinks, and scenic surroundings
Location: 1257 US-302, Bartlett, NH 03812
Phone: 603-374-5076
🧭 How to Build Your Own North Conway Craft Beverage Tour
One of the best ways to experience the Mount Washington Valley’s craft beverage scene is to pick two or three stops and turn them into an afternoon or evening outing. You don’t need to visit all nine locations in one day—choosing a few that fit your interests will make for a much better experience.
🍺 For a Brewery-Focused Day
Start at Moat Mountain for lunch or dinner and a locally brewed beer, then head to Saco River Brewing for pizza and more craft beer. If you still want another stop, continue to Ledge Brewing in Intervale.
🥃 For Spirits
Start at Cathedral Ledge Distillery in North Conway, then make the drive to Tamworth Distilling if you’re interested in trying more unusual, small-batch spirits.
🍷 For Wine & Mead
White Mountain Winery, Alpine Garden Winery and Sap House Meadery are all convenient options in North Conway and can easily be combined with an afternoon of exploring downtown.
🍺🍷 For a Little of Everything
If you want to experience several different types of craft beverages, choose one brewery, one winery or meadery, and one distillery. That gives you a taste of the variety the Mount Washington Valley has to offer without spending your entire day driving between stops.
🍻 Which North Conway Brewery or Craft Beverage Spot Is Right for You?
Not sure where to start? Here’s the quick breakdown:
| Looking for… | Best choice |
|---|---|
| BBQ and beer | Moat Mountain |
| Pizza and craft beer | Saco River Brewing |
| Live music | Tuckerman Brewing or Ledge Brewing |
| Spirits and cocktails | Cathedral Ledge Distillery |
| Unique whiskey and spirits | Tamworth Distilling |
| Wine | White Mountain Winery |
| Mead and a date night | Sap House Meadery |
| A scenic winery experience | Alpine Garden Winery |
The best choice really depends on what you’re looking for. If you’re traveling with a group, Moat Mountain and Saco River are good options when food is important. Couples may prefer White Mountain Winery or Sap House Meadery, while craft beer fans will have several breweries to choose from.
Now that you have drinks figured out now its time to plan Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
🏡 Stay Close to North Conway’s Best Breweries & Wineries
After a day of exploring the White Mountains, it’s nice to have a comfortable place to come back to. Our North Conway vacation rental puts you close to many of the area’s restaurants, breweries, wineries, distilleries, hiking trails, and other attractions.
Once you’ve figured out where you’re going for drinks, check out our guides to Best breakfast spots and lunch and dinner spots to plan the rest of your trip.
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway, a hiking trip, or a longer White Mountains vacation, North Conway makes a great home base for exploring the area’s craft beverage scene.
Always check individual business websites before visiting for current hours, tasting availability, events, and any age restrictions.
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