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Posted in Arizona Hiking, Nature December 07, 2018 by Katie Lawrence

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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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Katie Lawrence

Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing. Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.