Blue View Chalets

Grey County is quickly becoming one of Ontario's premier destinations for craft beverage lovers. Within a short drive of Blue Mountain, you'll find award-winning wineries overlooking Georgian Bay, craft breweries with deep roots in Collingwood's shipbuilding heritage, and cideries pressing apples from 7,500 acres of local orchards. Here's your complete guide to sipping your way through the region.

Wineries

The moderating "lake effect" from Georgian Bay creates ideal conditions for cold-hardy grape varieties. These boutique wineries offer intimate tasting experiences with spectacular views.

Georgian Hills Vineyards

Winery & Cidery

Beaver Valley (20 min from Blue Mountain)

A small-scale winery in the picturesque Beaver Valley overlooking Georgian Bay. They focus on cold-hardy grape varieties and also produce Ardiel Cider House ciders using heritage apples.

Must Try: Wine & cider flight paired with artisanal kettle chips

The Roost Wine Company

Winery

Ravenna (20 min from Collingwood)

A hilltop winery with stunning Georgian Bay views, known for pushing the boundaries of cold-climate winemaking. Their signature blind tasting experience pairs 6 wines with local cheese and charcuterie.

Must Try: Blind tasting experience with cheese & charcuterie

Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery

Winery

Annan (30 min from Blue Mountain)

Grey County's first winery, overlooking Georgian Bay from the Niagara Escarpment. Their signature wines — Into The Light White, Back From The Dead Red, and Resurrection Rose — reflect the unique terroir.

Must Try: Wood-fired pizza on Saturdays + wine on the deck

Craft Breweries

Collingwood has earned its reputation as Ontario's Craft Beverage Capital. From the village's only brewpub to award-winning craft operations, there's something for every beer lover.

Side Launch Brewing Company

Craft Brewery

Collingwood (10 min from Blue Mountain)Dog-Friendly

Winner of 2016 Canadian Brewery of the Year, Side Launch operates from a stunning 27,000 sq ft facility. Named after Collingwood's ship-building heritage, they brew traditional, highly drinkable beers.

Must Try: Side Launch Wheat, Dark Lager, or Mountain Lager flight

Black Bellows Brewing Company

Brewery + Restaurant

Downtown Collingwood

A craft brewery and restaurant in a restored heritage blacksmith building. The beerhall-meets-arthouse vibe features 12 beers on tap, excellent food, and multiple patios.

Must Try: Black Bellows White (Witbier with Elderflower)

Northwinds Brewhouse & Kitchen

Brewpub

Blue Mountain Village

The only brewery right in Blue Mountain Village, brewing ultra-fresh small-batch beer on-site. Grab a pint on the waterside patio overlooking the Mill Pond and Mountain.

Must Try: Handmade beer dough pretzels + beef tallow fries

The Collingwood Brewery

Craft Brewery

Collingwood

A hidden gem set amongst the natural wonder of Collingwood. Family-owned with a passion for quality craft beer and a welcoming atmosphere.

Must Try: Seasonal rotating taps

Cideries

The Blue Mountains region is surrounded by 7,500 acres of apple orchards — making it the perfect place for craft cider. These cideries turn local apples into award-winning drinks.

Thornbury Craft Co.

Cider House & Brewery

Thornbury (15 min from Blue Mountain)

Ontario's most awarded craft cider, made with fresh-pressed apples in the heart of Ontario Apple Country. Since 2006, they've also brewed excellent craft beers including their world-recognized Czech-style pilsner.

Must Try: Blood Orange Apple Cider or Dam Dark Lager

Spy Cider House & Distillery

Cidery & Distillery

Clarksburg (10 min from Blue Mountain)

A boutique cidery with a James Bond theme, crafting ciders and spirits using local Ontario fruit. The two-story tasting room offers sweeping vineyard views from their four-season patio.

Seasonal hours - check website before visiting

Must Try: Golden Eye cider + small-batch apple brandy

Grey & Gold Cider

Farm Cidery

Grey County

A sustainable, farm-based cidery in the heart of Grey County apple country. Small-batch ciders made with traditional methods and local apples.

Must Try: Traditional dry cider

Craft Beverage Tours

Don't want to drive? Several companies offer guided tours with transportation:

The Beer Bus Co. — Brewery, winery, and "mashup" tours with Cicerone-certified guides
Canadian Craft Tours — Wine tours including Georgian Hills, The Roost, and Spy Cider House
Big Blue Air — Helicopter wine tour to Georgian Hills Vineyards

Plan Your Craft Beverage Crawl

Here are three suggested routes depending on your interests:

The Wine Lover's Route (Half Day)

Start at Georgian Hills Vineyards for a wine and cider pairing
Head to The Roost for their signature blind tasting with charcuterie
End at Coffin Ridge for wood-fired pizza and sunset views

The Craft Beer Circuit (Afternoon)

Tour Side Launch Brewing and sample their award-winning lagers
Walk downtown to Black Bellows for lunch and their Witbier
Finish at Northwinds in Blue Mountain Village for après-ski vibes

The Cider Trail (Half Day)

Begin at Thornbury Craft Co. for Ontario's most awarded ciders
Continue to Spy Cider House for their James Bond-themed tasting room
Circle back to Georgian Hills for Ardiel Cider House selections

Tips for Your Visit

Make reservations — Especially for wineries on weekends and during peak seasons
Designate a driver — Or book a tour with transportation included
Check seasonal hours — Some venues have reduced winter hours
Pace yourself — Take advantage of food pairings to extend your experience
Buy local — Many products are only available at the source or through limited Ontario distribution

Stay Close to the Action

Our chalets are perfectly positioned for craft beverage exploration — just minutes from Thornbury, Collingwood, and Blue Mountain Village. After a day of tasting, relax in your private hot tub and enjoy the mountain views.

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