Megan Wilson

It is well known that the rolling hills of Virginia boast gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, but the state is also filled with amazing alcohol producers. Virginia's craft breweries and wineries are on point, and the state is also home to a handful of great cideries and distilleries. The best way to see the best of these offerings is along Route 151, which is a beautiful road to drive along regardless. Here are 10 stops to put on your travel guide, listed here from north to south: Blue Mountain Brewery (9519 Critzers Shop Rd, Afton, VA) A fan of Taco Tuesday? Blue Mountain welcomes drinkers for its own version of the special on Tuesdays. The brewery offers savory specials most nights of the week to enjoy with its ales and lagers. Veritas Vineyard and Winery (151 Veritas Ln, Afton, VA) Enjoy a picnic at Veritas on its sprawling lawn. Pair one of its ready-to-go cheese plates with one of its wines. If you drink too much to drive home, you can treat yourself to a night in the Farmhouse, a gorgeous 19th century-style bed and breakfast. Afton Mountain Vineyards (234 Vineyard Ln, Afton, VA) As the winery’s slogan says, “Grapes don’t grow in ugly places.” Taste one of the vineyard’s 12 wines and enjoy a view that seems to go on for miles. Cardinal Point Winery & Vineyard (9423 Batesville Rd, Afton, VA) Bearing the name of Virginia’s state bird, Cardinal Point is grown and nurtured by members of a Virginia family who are eager to invite you into taste and learn about their 10