Nestled atop Hogback Mountain in Marlboro sits Vermont Distillers, an award winning, family owned and operated craft distillery that boasts a 100-mile view from its back deck. The business was founded by local entrepreneur, Ed Metcalfe in 2008, and he continues to run the operation along with his two sons, Gus and Dominic. Together they handle many aspects of the business, from distilling, blending and bottling to marketing & events. Their valued team of bartenders holds down the Tasting Room and Cocktail bar, ready to shake you up a drink whenever the desire strikes.
They are best known for the Metcalfe’s line of Liqueurs, as well as their Vermont Maple Bourbon and Catamount Vodka. However, in addition to their dozen full-time flavors, you can also find seasonal and distillery-exclusive releases when visiting them at the source. Many of their products highlight local and regional flavors such as their flagship Maple Cream Liqueur, Maple Liqueur, and Maple Bourbon, which are infused using locally sourced 100% Pure Vermont Maple Syrup. Their Vermont Honey Bourbon is infused with Japanese Knotweed Honey sourced from West Meadow Apiary in Randolph, VT, and their apple-based products are all made using cider from Dwight Miller Orchard in Dummerston, VT.
Stop by and enjoy a complimentary sample and learn more about their products at the Marlboro Distillery & Tasting Room. We highly recommend planning time for relaxing and enjoying a cocktail on the deck (or by a window in the winter). Whether an Old Fashioned, a French Martini, or a Maple Painkiller sounds more up your alley, they have a cocktail for everyone. If you’re in a hurry, that’s fine too! You can try a quick spirit tasting and grab a bottle to go.
Additionally, if you find yourself in the Queen City, you can visit their Burlington tasting room located on the Church Street Marketplace. Located among clothing boutiques, restaurants, and cafes, this storefront features 2 distilleries in one convenient location, offering spirit tasting, bottle sales and brand merchandise for both Vermont Distillers & Smugglers’ Notch Distillery. Outside of their tasting rooms, you can also find the Metcalfe’s products at liquor stores in VT and NH as well as featured in cocktail menus at restaurants across the region!
