This small city in Michigan is home to dozens of wineries and breweries that feature an array of locally crafted specialty drinks. Local wine and beer tours have been featured in numerous newspapers as well as magazines including USA Today, The Huffington Post, Bon Appetit, Midwest Living, and The Knot. If you have an upcoming trip, here are three reasons to include a brewery tour on your itinerary:
1. Explore Traditions
Traverse City is located in a rich and lush area that features long-standing wineries renowned for their vineyards. Along with grapes and other fruit trees, local wineries and other farms also grow hops, a type of plant used in making beer. The cone, or flower, of the hops plant is added during the brewing process to add flavorful aromas and balance sweetness.
Most breweries in the area proudly use local ingredients, including barley, wheat, hops, yeast, and clean, fresh water. The city takes pride in its status as a center for specialty brews. With such highly revered wineries, breweries, dining, and outdoor attractions available, it is no wonder that the area remains a vacation destination.
2. Experience Taste
When it comes to beer, do you already know your “type”? Whether you prefer pale ale, microbrews, or hard cider, you can taste it all on a Traverse City brewery tour. Each stop on the tour will highlight a local brewery with its own specialties. barley is a type of locally grown grain that is malted, mashed, boiled, and then fermented. The varying amounts of barley and wheat malt in the finished product are what give each brew a distinct color and flavor. Hops and yeast are added along the way, along with any number of other possible ingredients, and the beer is then ready to mature.
A brewery tour lets you sample beers in a wide range of densities and aromas. Your new favorite beer might be strong and slightly bitter, or seasonal and lightly flavored. Try a beer infused with fruit, or one that was matured in an old wooden barrel. See how spiced or smoked beers taste. Ultimately, however, you do not have to pick a favorite brew. Simply enjoy sampling a wide variety of flavors and experiencing the distinct taste of each one.
3. Enjoy Treating Yourself
Tours are adventurous and memorable, and are a fantastic way to see the sights while having a great time. You will not regret a day well spent at local breweries. You can customize your trip by choosing which breweries to visit, or follow one of the tried-and-true excursions. Once you have made your choices, your touring company will handle everything else, including all transportation. Book a Traverse City brewery tour today and enjoy some of everything this area has to offer.
