Tour, Taste, and Toast with Nova Scotia Craft Beverage Experiences This Fall

From wine tastings and brewery experiences to overnight stays, there’s no shortage of ways to raise a glass in Nova Scotia this fall. Whether you’re looking broaden your wine knowledge on a guided vineyard walk, discover the best beer pairings, or book a guided tour with round trip transportation, these packages offer a flavourful way to discover the stories behind your favourite Nova Scotia beverages.

Benjamin Bridge: Garden Wine & Vine Tour

Discover the landscape that shapes Benjamin Bridge’s wines on a guided walk through their vineyards and garden. As you stroll the scenic trail, learn about the Gaspereau Valley’s unique microclimate and growing practices while enjoying three wine tastings that showcase the character of the region. Along the way, sample garden-grown popcorn and gain a deeper appreciation for the connection between land, agriculture, and wine.

two people explore the garden at Benjamin Bridg Vineyards in Nova Scotia

Breton Brewing: Cape Breton Beer & Bites

Get a taste of Cape Breton’s craft beer scene with a visit to Breton Brewing’s new Breton Crafthouse on the Sydney waterfront. Sample a flight of their locally brewed beers while learning what makes each brew unique, then enjoy lunch or dinner with your choice of pizza, burgers, pasta, or pub favourites. Before you leave, make sure to grab a complementary branded souvenir glass to remember your experience.

Grape Escapes NS Wine Tours: Wine & Lunch Escape

Sit back, relax, and experience the Annapolis Valley’s wine country on a guided winery tour. Visit three wineries for tastings and behind-the-scenes insights, while learning about the region’s unique growing conditions and winemaking traditions. Along the way, enjoy a delicious local wine-paired lunch before continuing your journey through one of Nova Scotia’s most celebrated culinary destinations.

Wine is being poured into a glass at Luckett Vineyards in Nova Scotia

Lightfoot & Wolfville: Wine & Cheese Tasting

Take a deeper dive into the art of wine pairing at Lightfoot & Wolfville this fall on a guided tasting featuring three thoughtfully selected wines and local cheese. During your tasting, learn how acidity, texture, and flavour work together to create memorable combinations while enjoying seasonal accompaniments inspired by the Annapolis Valley.

Friends enjoying a wine tasting at the tasting bar overlooking the vineyard at Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards in Wolfville, Nova Scotia.

Kitch’inn: Mahone Bay Room with a Brew

Make Mahone Bay your home base for a relaxing overnight getaway on Nova Scotia’s South Shore. At the Kitch’inn, your thoughtful accommodations and warm hospitality will be complemented by a tasting flight of local craft beer at Betty’s at the Kitch. It’s the perfect opportunity to unwind, sample local flavours, and enjoy this coastal community.

An over the shoulder view of a person taking food from a charcuterie board at Kitch'inn in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia

Planters Ridge Winery: Valley Flight & Bite

Explore Nova Scotia flavours during a thoughtfully curated food and wine pairing experience at Planters Ridge Winery. Guided by one of their knowledgeable staff, you’ll sample three wines paired with seasonal small bites while learning the principles behind successful pairings.