8 VA Wines You Should Try

by Scoutology Staff

1. Meritage ’10, Jefferson Vineyards

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1353 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy., Charlottesville, Virginia 229
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Merlot and Cabernet Franc dominate the 2010 Meritage, leading with aromas of black cherry, anise, and vanilla, while plum, spice, and orange peel cover the palate. Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon provide rich color and hearty tannins, softened by the liberal use of new French oak barrels and a two and a half year maturation process. Keep Reading

6 Virginia Beers You Should Try

by Scoutology Staff

1. Barrel Aged Vanilla Porter, Three Brothers Brewing

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800 North Main St., Harrisonburg, Virginia 22802
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Robust roastiness blended with vanilla and bourbon/oak. A delicious spin off of their Elementary Porter. Aged in bourbon barrels, which first had their Resolute Bourbon Barrel Imperial Stout. Keep Reading

Visit The Appellation Trail Today!!

by Scoutology Staff

The Appellation Trail Wineries

1. Glass House Winery

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5898 Free Union Road, Free Union, Virginia 22940
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Glass House Winery is a boutique winery in the heart of the Monticello Wine Trail in central Virginia. Craft artisan wines are made solely from grapes grown on the property and in the region. Twelve acres are currently under vine on site with carefully selected grapes that bring out the best of the terroir in the region. The grapes are cultivated with meticulous care, while striving to treat the Earth as respectfully and gently as possible in the process. Keep Reading

Visit Route 151 In Nelson County, Virginia!

by Scoutology Staff

The Wineries

1. Afton Mountain Vineyards

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234 Vineyard Lane, Afton, Virginia 22920
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Afton Mountain Vineyards is one of Virginia’s pioneer farm wineries, with the oldest of their vines dating back to the 1970s. They make Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, of course, but they also make wines found at few other Virginia wineries—Gewürztraminer and Sangiovese. Keep Reading

5 DC Beers To Try Now

by Scoutology Staff

1. Kingston Export Stout, Right Proper Brewing Company

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624 T St NW, Washington, DC 20001
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A nice one finger cocoa and creamy brown coffee head, with nice retention and staying power slowly falls and inches it’s way down to hinting a collar. A nice dark walnut brown body compliments and is opaque. Looks like chocolate in a glass. Keep Reading

Top 6 Hiking Spots Near Charlottesville

by Scoutology Staff

1. Ivy Creek Natural Area Trails

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Charlottesville, VA
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Ivy Creek Natural Area Trails is a 4 mile loop trail located near Charlottesville, Virginia that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. Keep Reading

9 CVille Based Wineries To Try This Month

by Scoutology Staff

1. Burnley Vineyards

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4500 Winery Lane Barboursville, Va 22923
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Burnley Vineyards is one of the oldest Vineyards in the Monticello Viticultural Area. They have 31 acres of vineyards, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Orange Muscat, Muscat Blanc Chambourcin, Vidal and Norton. Keep Reading

34 Central Florida Breweries To Visit

by Scoutology Staff

Which Central Florida brewery should advance to Scoutology.com’s Top 32 Beer Brawl!?!? Your votes will determine the outcome and the BEST BREWERY in Central FL! VOTE NOW; VOTE OFTEN!
The Top 32 will start Friday, May 1st at 12:00pm

1. Big Storm Brewing Co.; Odessa

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2438 Merchant Ave Suite 103, Odessa, Florida
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Big Storm Brewing Co. was built from the ground up by Clay Yarn and Mike Bishop. They offer a great line up of beers in their Forecast Series! Keep Reading

37 Breweries In South Central Pennsylvania

by Scoutology Staff

Which South Central Philadelphia brewery should advance to Scoutology.com’s Top 32 Beer Brawl!?!? Your votes will determine the outcome and the BEST BREWERY in South Central PA! VOTE NOW; VOTE OFTEN!
The Top 32 will start Friday, April 22nd at 12:00pm

1. Spring House Brewing Co.; Conestoga

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Spring House Brewing Co. is a microbrewery with occult beer labels like The Astounding She-Monster Mango IPA. You can try exclusive brews in their Lancaster taproom. Keep Reading

Breweries In Greater Philadelphia

by Scoutology Staff

Which Philadelphia brewery should advance to Scoutology.com’s Top 16 Beer Brawl!?!? Your votes will determine the outcome and the BEST BREWERY in Philly! VOTE NOW; VOTE OFTEN!
The Sweet 16 will start Friday, April 22nd at 12:00pm

1. 2nd Story Brewing Co.

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117 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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2nd Story Brewing Co. is a pizza brewpub with a great selection of house and guest beers.

Don’t forget to vote in our Top 32 Maryland Beer Brawl, Top 32 Northern Virginia Beer Brawl, Top 16 Tennessee Beer Brawl, Top 16 Kentucky Beer Brawl, Top 16 South Carolina Beer Brawl, Top 16 Western North Carolina Winery Wars, Top 32 Western North Carolina Brewery Brawl and our Top 16 North Carolina Triangle Beer Brawl!

2. Yards Brewing Company

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901 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19123
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Yards Brewing Company brews traditional British Ales. They also serve a great selection of sandwiches.

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3. Philadelphia Brewing Co.

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2440 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Philadelphia Brewing Co. is located in a 125 year old brewery building. They brew over a dozen different styles of beer as well as Commonwealth Ciders.

4. Dock Street Brewery

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701 S 50th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19143
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Dock Street Brewery was Philadelphia’s first microbrewery. They are a brewpub with brunch and craft spirits.

5. Earth Bread + Brewery

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7136 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Earth Bread + Brewery is a pizza brewpub with flatbread pizza, four house brews and wine on tap.

6. Manayunk Brewery

4120 Main St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Manayunk Brewery is located in an old woolen mill. They have a locally sourced menu that’s expertly paired with their beers.

7. SLY FOX BEER

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331 Circle of Progress, Pottstown, Pennsylvania
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SLY FOX BEER is an excellent brewpub that specializes in German and Belgian style beers.

8. Victory Beer

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420 Acorn Ln, Downingtown, Pennsylvania 19335
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Victory Beer uses local water, German malts and a mixture of European and American hops to make brews like Whirlwind Witbier.

9. Do Good Brewing Company

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3245 Amber St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19134
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Do Good Brewing Company brews beers for a variety of causes. Right now, a portion of the proceeds from The United Blood Orange Cream Ale goes towards ending child poverty.

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10. Saint Benjamin Brewing Company

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1710 N 5th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Saint Benjamin Brewing Company brews ales and lagers in British, Belgian, American and German styles.

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1. Meritage ’10, Jefferson Vineyards

1. Barrel Aged Vanilla Porter, Three Brothers Brewing

The Appellation Trail Wineries

1. Glass House Winery

The Wineries

1. Afton Mountain Vineyards

1. Kingston Export Stout, Right Proper Brewing Company

1. Ivy Creek Natural Area Trails

1. Burnley Vineyards

Which Central Florida brewery should advance to Scoutology.com’s Top 32 Beer Brawl!?!? Your votes will determine the outcome and the BEST BREWERY in Central FL! VOTE NOW; VOTE OFTEN! The Top 32 will start Friday, May 1st at 12:00pm

1. Big Storm Brewing Co.; Odessa

Which South Central Philadelphia brewery should advance to Scoutology.com’s Top 32 Beer Brawl!?!? Your votes will determine the outcome and the BEST BREWERY in South Central PA! VOTE NOW; VOTE OFTEN! The Top 32 will start Friday, April 22nd at 12:00pm

1. Spring House Brewing Co.; Conestoga

Which Philadelphia brewery should advance to Scoutology.com’s Top 16 Beer Brawl!?!? Your votes will determine the outcome and the BEST BREWERY in Philly! VOTE NOW; VOTE OFTEN! The Sweet 16 will start Friday, April 22nd at 12:00pm

1. 2nd Story Brewing Co.

2. Yards Brewing Company

3. Philadelphia Brewing Co.

4. Dock Street Brewery

5. Earth Bread + Brewery

6. Manayunk Brewery

7. SLY FOX BEER

8. Victory Beer

9. Do Good Brewing Company

10. Saint Benjamin Brewing Company

Which Central Florida brewery should advance to Scoutology.com’s Top 32 Beer Brawl!?!? Your votes will determine the outcome and the BEST BREWERY in Central FL! VOTE NOW; VOTE OFTEN!
The Top 32 will start Friday, May 1st at 12:00pm

Which South Central Philadelphia brewery should advance to Scoutology.com’s Top 32 Beer Brawl!?!? Your votes will determine the outcome and the BEST BREWERY in South Central PA! VOTE NOW; VOTE OFTEN!
The Top 32 will start Friday, April 22nd at 12:00pm

Which Philadelphia brewery should advance to Scoutology.com’s Top 16 Beer Brawl!?!? Your votes will determine the outcome and the BEST BREWERY in Philly! VOTE NOW; VOTE OFTEN!
The Sweet 16 will start Friday, April 22nd at 12:00pm