The Greater Houston area boasts a number of breweries to visit. They range from the long-standing Saint Arnold Brewing Company near downtown Houston to the newly expanded Southern Star Brewing Co. in Conroe. Wine lovers can visit any of the wineries near Montgomery and Brenham as part of what is known as the Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail.
Beer and Wine Festivals
Montgomery Wine and Music Fest Sept. 17 • Historic Downtown Montgomery www.experiencemontgomery.com Craft beer and wine from Texas wineries and breweries are available at the annual festival. The event features live music and family-friendly entertainment options. Tickets: Free (admission), $30 (wine package), $5 (wristband to purchase beer tickets)
Wine and Food Week June 6-11 • Various locations, The Woodlands www.wineandfoodweek.com Presented by Food & Vine Time Productions, Wine and Food Week features seven days of events throughout The Woodlands. This year’s event theme is “New York State of Mind” and features events, such as Wine Walk at Market Street; Ladies of the Vine Tasting; and Sips, Suds and Tacos. A full list of events can be found online. Tickets: Costs vary by event
The Woodlands Craft Beer and Music Festival June 17-19 • Town Green Park, The Woodlands www.woodlandscraftbeerfestival.com The second annual festival features three days of live music, craft beer from numerous breweries and food from across Texas. Each day features a special theme, including “Flashback Friday,” “Home-brewed Houston” and “Pure Texas … Pure Country.” Beer samples from more than 30 brewers from across the country are available. Tickets: $29-$49 (early bird)
Untapped Houston Sept. 12 • Discovery Green, Houston www.untapped-festival.com A craft beer and music festival, Untapped Houston features access to live music and a beer sampling card. More than 275 beers are served in 2-ounce sample cups throughout the day with bands performing on two stages in Discovery Green. Tickets: costs TBA
Breweries
8th Wonder Brewery 2202 Dallas St., Houston 713-229-0868 www.8thwonderbrew.com
11 Below Brewing 6820 Bourgeois Road, Houston 281-444-2337 www.11belowbrewing.com
B-52 Brewing Co. 12470 Milroy Lane, Conroe 936-447-4677 www.b52brewing.com
Back Pew Brewing 26452 Sorters McClellan Road, Porter 281-608-7526 www.backpewbrewing.com
Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. 5301 Nolda St., Houston 713-750-9795 www.buffalobayoubrewing.com
Copperhead Brewery 822 N. Frazier St., Conroe 281-919-6134 www.copperheadbrewery.com
Cycler’s Brewing 12684 FM 149, Montgomery 713-569-2485 www.cyclersbrewing.com
Karbach Brewing Co. 2032 Karbach St., Houston 713-680-2739 www.karbachbrewing.com
No Label Brewing Co. 5351 First St., Katy 281-693-7545 www.nolabelbrew.com
Saint Arnold Brewing Company 2000 Lyons Ave., Houston 713-686-9494 www.saintarnold.com
Southern Star Brewing Co. 3525 N. Frazier St., Conroe 936-441-2739 www.southernstarbrewing.com
Wineries
Bernhardt Winery 9043 CR 204, Plantersville 936-894-9829 www.bernhardtwinery.com
Cork This! Winery 21123 Eva St., Ste. 100, Montgomery 936-597-4030 www.corkthiswinery.com
Messina Hof Winery & Resort 4545 Old Reliance Road, Bryan 800-736-9463 www.messinahof.com
Peach Creek Vineyards 2029 Peach Creek Road, College Station 936-825-3669 www.peachcreekvineyards.com
Pleasant Hill Winery 1441 Salem Road, Brenham 979-830-8463 www.pleasanthillwinery.com
Saddlehorn Winery 958 FM 1948 N., Burton 979-289-3858 www.saddlehornwinery.com
Windy Winery 4232 Clover Road, Brenham 979-836-3252 www.windywinery.com
Wine Tasting Rooms
Cellar Twenty Four 6700 Woodlands Parkway, Ste. 210, The Woodlands 281-419-9966 www.cellar-24.com
Cozy Grape Wine Bar & Bistro 14340 Liberty St., Montgomery 832-461-9892 www.cozygrape.com
Crescent Moon Wine Bar and Restaurant 440 Rayford Road, Ste. 115A, Spring 281-364-9463 www.crescentmoonwinebar.com
Crisp 2520 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands 832-562-2520 www.crispwoodlands.com
Cru Food and Wine Bar 9595 Six Pines Drive, Ste. 650, The Woodlands 281-465-9463 www.cruawinebar.com
Crush Wine Lounge 20 Waterway Ave., Ste. 200, The Woodlands 281-362-7874 www.thecrushbar.com
Genuwine Tasting Room 6503 FM 1488, Ste. 401, Magnolia 832-934-2675 www.mygenuwine.com
The Ranchers Daughter 14387 Liberty St., Montgomery 936-449-4100 www.ranchersdaughter.net
Vidavino Wine Bar 469 FM 1488, Ste. 106, The Woodlands 936-224-6900 www.vidavino1488.com
Wild Stallion Vineyards 5969 W. Rayford Road, Spring 281-803-9463 www.wildstallionvineyards.com
