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Arizona’s Holiday Wine Trail Gets More Charming Year After Year

Scottsdale's Scottsdazzle event features a Santa Wine Around & Ale Trail with festive drinks and activities.

Published Dec 7, 2018

Written by 

Katie Lawrence

Hot chocolate might be the signature holiday beverage, but one Arizona city has decided to put a grown-up spin on a classic tradition. Whether you prefer wine or beer, this boozy holiday trail has something for everyone. Bottoms up and Merry Christmas!

Scottsdazzle is a magical month-long celebration complete with lights, entertainment, and festivities. Perhaps the most underrated event is the Santa Wine Around & Ale Trail taking place on Saturday, December 15.

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There are four different tasting rooms that make up the Wine Around route.

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Here's the map of the Wine Around route - you can customize it however you wish!

Aridus Wine Company uses only the finest grapes and most cutting-edge equipment to produce rich, robust pours. Sip your glass amidst garland and wreaths to truly feel the Christmas magic.

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You'll also be supporting new businesses. LDV Winery just opened a few months ago and has already received rave reviews!

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The Ale Trail features seven of Scottsdale's best breweries.

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Here's the map of the Ale Trail route.

Goldwater Brewing Company hosts a Holiday Courtyard Block Party you won't want to miss. Specialty beers, a Maine lobster food truck, and photos with Santa are guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit.

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This brewery doubles as a coffee shop, so those who choose to remain sober won't be left out! For everyone else, select pints will be $3 off.

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Nothing compliments booze like greasy carbs. Pretzels with beer cheese are only $6 for trail participants!

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Come dressed in your finest holiday attire to take advantage of special discounts! Each stop will be offering three 1 oz. pours for just $8, as well as other deals to all the Santas, Mrs. Clauses, and elves who stop by.

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Scottsdale's free trolley will be available to shuttle you from one stop to the next. No need for a designated driver!

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The event takes place on Saturday, December 15 from 5 to 9 p.m. Participants of both trails will receive a commemorative pint or wine glass too!

For more information about Scottsdazzle's Wine Around & Ale Trail, visit its website here.

Which trail will you be taking and who will you bring along with you? Tag them in the comments below!

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With Lavender Fields, Grapevines, And Olive Trees, Rhumb Line Vineyard Is A Stunning Destination In Arizona

Rhumb Line Vineyard is a destination vineyard in Arizona that offers so much more than wine.

Published Sep 2, 2024

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

The Grand Canyon State is filled with a wide range of destinations. One such destination that you may not have heard of (yet) is a vineyard in Willcox. However, it's more than a vineyard...so much more! While there are grapevines and wine to taste, there are also lavender fields, olive trees, a cafe, and accommodations. Welcome to Rhumb Line Vineyard, a destination vineyard in Arizona.

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When you visit Rhumb Line Vineyard, you'll probably feel a sense of peace wash over you the moment you arrive. With fields of lavender, olive trees, and grapevines, this is such a beautiful and wonderful destination to spend an afternoon.

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Rhumb Line Vineyard is located at 6210 S Rhumb Line Way in Willcox and is open Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The vineyard is on 60 acres in the foothills of the Dos Cabezas Mountains, and Spanish, Italian, and Rhone varietals grow here. The grapes grown here are used for wines made all around Arizona.

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The farm also grows lavender and olives and sells a variety of products in its cafe store.

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Grab a bite to eat as well as something to drink at the one-site Olives Vineyard Café. The farm-to-table cuisine is made with fresh, local ingredients. You'll find pizza, focaccia, soups, and more on the menu.

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You may want to pair your delicious lunch with a glass of wine made with grapes grown right here at Rhumb Line. You can taste the difference in a local wine.

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Available on the farm are suites and quonset huts for those who want to extend their time here. Just imagine waking to views of the fields and the mountains in the distance...doesn't that sound relaxing?

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The rooms are well-appointed and spacious, and there's a common courtyard where you can socialize with fellow guests if you choose. Either way, you'll love your visit and your stay at Rhumb Line Vineyard.

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Have you been to this destination vineyard in Arizona? If so, did you spend the night? Tell us about your experience here. For location and hours, visit the Rhumb Line Vineyard & Lavender Farm website. You can also give the Rhumb Line Vineyard & Lavender Farm Facebook page a follow for updates.

If you plan on taking a road trip to Willcox, take a look at our favorite Road Trip Essentials to see what you may need for the car ride.

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The Brewery In Arizona That Features Nostalgic Video Games

Published May 6, 2024

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

I love places that offer a hint of nostalgia. And there's a unique brewery in Arizona that's all about it especially when it comes to video games from our childhood (okay, this may only apply to a few of us, but still). Welcome to 8-Bit Aleworks, a local brewery inspired by video games during the time when 8-bit technology was a big deal.

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Have you ever felt like revisiting your childhood to a place that's filled with 8-bit video games but, because you're an adult now, also beer? If you said, "yes," you'll have to make your way to Avondale to visit 8-Bit Aleworks!

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With old-school video games that you can play plus video game decor, you may feel as though you are a part of your very own video game. Even the beer this brewery creates is inspired by 8-bit video games. How cool is that?

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So, which 8-bit-video-game-inspired brew will it be first? How about the Final Fantasy-inspired White Mage (a wit) or Black Mage (a stout)? And then there's Hopsassin's Creed (you can probably guess the video game inspo behind this one), the Legend of Zymur (a double IPA), and Princess (a peach IPA), just to name a few.

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If you want to try several craft brews here, you must order a flight. And just look how its displayed. You'll probably want to play Super Mario Bros. afterward -- I know I would!

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My favorite video game as a child was Ms. Pac-Man on the Atari gaming system, and they have it here! I wouldn't mind sipping on a glass of 8-Bit Aleworks' BFC, an oatmeal cookie pie barley wine, as I play.

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This brewery also has a rotating selection of beer on tap. And the tap handles are video game controllers!

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As a former video game nerd, I absolutely love the 8-bit theme of this unique brewery in Arizona. If you're game on going yourself, the address for 8-Bit Aleworks is 1050 N Fairway Dr. Building F, Suite 101 in Avondale, AZ.

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Have you visited this unique brewery in Arizona yet? If so, what brews did you try and did you play any video games? For location and tasting room information, head to the 8-Bit Aleworks website. You can also stay up-to-date with all that's going on at the brewery on the 8-Bit Aleworks Facebook page.

If you love video games, take a look at this Create Your Own Video Game Set from Uncommon Goods!

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