If I was to plan a trip for 3-4 days where should I stay to maximize my bang for the buck and where must I visit? Thanks for any help.
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Waterbury or Stowe area is nice. It puts you pretty close to all of the best spots. Breweries to hit, obviously Hill, Lost Nation, and, Fiddlehead. Waterbury has some of the best beer bars, like Pro Pig. The Beer Cellar in Waterbury is great as well. Check Alchemist site for Heady drops in Stowe and Waterbury. You will be surprised some of the places that stock great beer, gas stations, general stores, etc. Just ask around. There are too many places to mention. Have fun! P.S. Worthy Kitchen and Worthy Burger are amazing places for food and local beer!
stay at old stagecoach and hit up blackback, pro pig, and reservoir. definitely the best bang for your buck.
Whichever of the breweries you do make it to, ask about the vermont brewery challenge passport. It's free and a fun way to keep track of your visits.