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Best Cocktail And Wine Bar Spots In The Upper Valley

Sep 04, 2024 10:00AM ● By Elise Renaud

Are you looking for a classy, fun, and tasty outing with your friends? Why not consider a fun cocktail and wine bar in the Upper Valley? Here are a few of the top recommended locations on Yelp to consider.


Wolf Tree

Wolf Tree in White River Junction, VT, offers weekly specials, low alcohol cocktails, classic drinks, wine, and more. It is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Learn more here.


Still North Books & Bar

Located in Hanover, NH, Still North Books & Bar is a bookstore, cafe, and bar in one. Check out some newly released books, grab a drink, and enjoy a cozy fall afternoon.

“Our hobbies include: jigsaw puzzles, curling up in cozy spaces with a book and a mug of wine, and meeting with friends over coffee, so we made a space for our entire community to do just that!” the website said.


Putnam Vine/Yard

Putnam Vine/Yard, located in White River Junction, VT, is a one of a kind winery and vineyard. It highlights local wines, holds wine and vine classes, holds weekend brunches, and more. Learn more about the business and wines here.


Au Comptoir

Au Comptor, located in Woodstock, VT, brings the French cocktail lounge experience to the Upper Valley.

“Come experience our unique menu of original cocktails using the freshest seasonal ingredients, an organic wine list and a charming selection of snacks,” the website said.

In addition to grabbing and drink and spending time with friends, Au Comptoir offers mixology classes. Learn more here.


Pine Restaurant

Located in Hanover, NH, Pine Restaurant offers delicious cocktails, beer, and wines on its menu. On Mondays, it holds Magnum Mondays. From 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., the restaurant explores the splendor of magnum wines.

It is currently partnering with Limerick Lane Wines to create "a four-course dinner expertly paired with wines from Limerick Lane Cellar," the website said. The dinner will be held on Wednesday, September 25th starting at 5 p.m. Learn more and register for the event here.


Ariana’s

Located in Lyme, NH, Ariana's is open Thursday through Sunday. In addition to its regular menu, the restaurant holds wine dinners throughout the year. 

"Each wine dinner is a 5-course meal with 5 featured wines; each course paired with a featured wine. We work with various wine merchants, planning the theme and selecting the wines. A representative from the wine merchant will be at the dinner to discuss the chosen wines and enhance the experience," the website said.


Sante

In Woodstock, VT, Sante focuses on fresh, off the farm meals paired with delicious wines, local beers, and creative cocktails. Learn more here.


Elixir

Elixir in White River Junction, VT, offers a hand-picked wine list and creative cocktails to pair with its house-made recipes or have alone. Learn more and make a reservation here.

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