Ontario has wonderful wineries around the province including a few in Ottawa. Ottawa also has quite a few breweries where you can taste and take a tour to see how it all works. Ottawa's craft brewery scene is growing quickly and not only can you visit the microbrewery, but there are also a variety of beer festivals and craft brewery tours to enjoy!
Ottawa has several wineries that you can visit to tour and taste. Sample on site and bring a few of your favourite bottles home to enjoy.
Ottawa has many breweries and cideries to enjoy; so many that there is actually a Brewery Discover Route called Backroom Deals and Muddy Wheels Trail which highlights them. Choose a designated driver and see the creative offerings this region has developed.
While this section focuses on Wine and Beer, we should note that Ottawa also has craft distilleries. Taste gin, vodka, whisky and rum created in smaller quantities based on the microbrewery model.