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Michigan wineries (and winemakers, tasting rooms, vineyards & resources) and breweries (brewpubs, resources too!) will be found here. You'll also want to check out shops & stores where you can purchase Michigan wine & beer.

July Michigan Event Calendar
This is what we said last year and I think we will stick with the message... It seems that many media outlets are preaching the "staycation" this year. We say cut some corners, pack a lunch, brew your own coffee, just do what you have to do and support the events, cities and businesses that are making things happen. You might just have some fun and create some great memories in the process.

Michigan Uncorked: Sandhill Crane Vineyards’ Legacy benefits land trust
Michigan Uncorked is a regular column by Lorri Hathaway and Sharon Kegerreis, writers who are passionate for Michigan and authors of award-winning From the Vine: Exploring Michigan Wineries. This time around they visit Sandhill Crane Vineyards a family-owned vineyard and winery in rural Jackson County.

Michigan Radio goes Up North in a Down Economy
Jennifer Guerra of Michigan Radio recently took a trip to northwest Michigan and produced three features on how businesses, nonprofit organizations & individuals are dealing with economic challenges.

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Michigan's Sunrise Side Wine & Hops Trail
Michigan’s Sunrise Side has some of the most unique beer and tantalizing wines to be found anywhere. You can sample what the Sunrise Side has to offer on a special tour that we have designed called the Wine and Hops Trail.

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Black Star Farms
An Agricultural Destination in the heart of Leelanau wine country offering a luxury B&B Inn, vinifera wines, fruit wines, dessert wines, brandies and grappa, hand-crafted cheese & food products on a equestrian estate of orchards, vineyards and trails. (Suttons Bay, Leelanau County)
Boskydel
Leelanau County's first vineyard. Vintner Bernie Rink's mission is to bring good quality wines to ordinary people at reasonable cost. Visit the tasting room for art, roast chestnuts, 100% estate-bottled French-American hybrids and great conversation. (Lake Leelanau, Leelanau County)
Chateau Fontaine Vineyard
Getting its French title from proprietor Lucie Matthies' middle name and paying homage to the French immigrants who settled in the area, Chateau Fontaine was a deserted potato farm and cow pasture when Dan Matthies discovered the property in the 1970's. (Lake Leelanau, Leelanau County)
Corez Wine Bar - Grand Rapids
Corez is a place where people gather to experience the highest level of excellence in wine, drink, food and service. It is a place to come together and discover new aromas, new flavors, new combinations of sensory experience. (Grand Rapids, Kent County)
Dragonmead Microbrewery
On a typical evening, you're likely to see families playing board games-the kids drinking pops and the parents quaffing the pub's most popular product, a Belgian beer called Final Absolution. There are no televisions or smoking and food can be brought in. (Warren, Macomb County)
Hopcat
HopCat has one mission in mind: to bring you great beer. 48 taps, one hand pull, 150 bottles and soon a small-batch brewing system for guest brewers and one-of-a-kind in-house brews. We specialize in Michigan brews, but offer a wide range of global beer. (Grand Rapids, Kent County)
Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail
A collection of 12 wineries on the Leelanau Peninsula. Tour our tasting rooms or participate in one of our 4 exciting wine trail events. Visit our website to learn more about our wines and wineries and to learn about the many wine events around the state. (Suttons Bay, Leelanau County)
Michigan Beer Buzz
Check out Michigan Beer Buzz for the latest news in Michigan breweries, beers, homebrewing and more! (Monroe, Monroe County)
Michigan Beer Guide
MBG welcomes letters, news, brews, events, stories and photos about the brewing industry in Michigan and about beer sold in Michigan. (Leonard, Oakland County)
Michigan Brew Tour
We've been touring all the Michigan breweries and put together our own little site detailing our adventures. We started rating the beers (based on our preferences) the atmosphere and even the food when present. Just a personal site - no ads. (Midland, Midland County)
Michigan Breweriana Online
An online collection of Michigan Breweriana & Beer History. Includes an incredible directory of past and present Michigan breweries and memorabilia like beer labels, glassware, ads and old photos. (Mt. Pleasant, Isabella County)
Michigan Brewers Guild
The Michigan Brewers Guild exists to unify the Michigan brewing community; to increase sales of Michigan-brewed beer through promotions, marketing, public awareness and consumer education; and to monitor and assure a healthy beer industry within the state (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Vine
Publish Michigan wine industry news & events, Produce casual & contemporary regional networking events for wine novices & enthusiasts, Promote Michigan products & tourism industries, Provide exceptional event planning & promotions services. (East Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan Wines
Plan a weekend or day trip touring Michigan's winery tasting rooms and discover the diversity of Michigan wines. Request a free copy of "Michigan Wine Country" magazine, with maps to more than 40 wineries around the state. (Lansing, Ingham County)
Michigan's Sunrise Side Wine & Hops Trail
Michigan’s Sunrise Side has some of the most unique beer and tantalizing wines to be found anywhere. You can sample what the Sunrise Side has to offer on a special tour that we have designed called the Wine and Hops Trail. (Alpena, Alpena County)
MichWine - Guide to Michigan Wines & Wine Country
The independent consumer guide to Michigan wines and wine country, north and south. Includes Michigan's most complete calendar of wine events, objective reviews and scores of Michigan wines, top wine restaurants, news, profiles, interviews, and much more. (Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County)
Pioneer Wine Trail
Southeastern Michigan's Pioneer wine making region is a great place to spend a few hours...or a few days! Relax, savor our wines, stop for some antiquing, and perhaps stay in one of the many picturesque Bed & Breakfast inns in the area. (Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County)
Roast and Toast Coffee and Cafe
Roast and Toast Coffee and Cafe has long been a favorite of both Northern Michigan residents and visitors to Petoskey. Toast has it all: coffee, espresso, latte, cappuccino, bagels, homemade soups, gourmet sandwiches, tasty salads, and sweet deserts. (Petoskey, Emmet County)
Short's Brewing Company
Located in the former Bellaire Hardware building at 121 North Bridge Street, Short's is packing crowds drawn by its social scene, quality brews, live music and healthful deli fare. (Bellaire, Antrim County)
Southwest Michigan Wine Trail
A unique collection of wines and wineries. Visiting our many wineries allow you to relax while enjoying our surroundings. Our Tasting Rooms offer you the opportunity to sample our wines and learn about our wineries. (St. Joseph, Berrien County)
The Leelanau Brewing Company
The Leelanau Brewing Company- presents fine hand-crafted artisan ales. Coming out summer 2005 with a traditional biere blanche, called Whaleback White, hand-crafted and barrel aged. Pale golden, tart and refreshing. In your favorite stores July 20 (Lake Leelanau, Leelanau County)
Wine Website for Women
WineWomenOnline.com is an interactive educational site where you can "get connected" and learn about local Michigan wine-centered events, enjoy featured wine guests, wine sips of the month and online discussion plus purchase local artist's wares. (Brighton, Livingston County)
WineMichigan
WineMichigan is an industry organization dedicated to defending the rights of Michigan wineries to ship to Michigan consumers. (Suttons Bay, Leelanau County)