Craft Spirits and Brews in Downtown Frederick, Frederick, Maryland

Each time we return to Frederick Maryland something new catches us by surprise. This time it was the sudden presence of three new craft distilleries within walking distance in the historic center of Frederick. Combined with the craft breweries that have also opened downtown in recent years, you can make a nice day of artisanal beverage tastings.

All three of the new distilleries opened in 2016. That鈥檚 not just a coincidence. In December 2014, the Frederick City Board of Aldermen voted for a聽change in city code聽to allow for craft distilleries in downtown Frederick. Once that opportunity tap was opened, local distillers jumped at the chance.

During the same time frame in February 2015, eleven Maryland distilleries came together to form the聽Maryland Distillers Guildto represent and promote the revival of artisanal distilling in the state. Maryland actually has a very interesting history of distilling. I bet you didn鈥檛 know that Maryland was the nation鈥檚 3rd largest producer of rye whiskey prior to prohibition. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: Craft Spirits and Brews in Downtown Frederick
Guide Location: USA » Frederick
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Julia B. Wilde
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