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4 Top Visited Wineries & Breweries in Cle Elum, WA
Make the most of the few summer weekends you have left by escaping the city and heading to the mountains! Cle Elum is the ultimate destination for your summer getaway with a charming small-town feel, tons of opportunities to get active outdoors, and the best winery and up-and-coming breweries around! Enjoy the summer's end as you unwind on a scenic bar patio with a glass of premium wine or an ice cold beer. Book your stay now to unwind near nature and enjoy the best wineries and breweries in Cle Elum!
Swiftwater Cellars Winery
Soak up the last of the summer sun with a glass of wine on the gorgeous patio of Swiftwater Cellars! The beautiful winery overlooks Suncadia Resort's Rope Rider golf course and features a tasting bar, restaurant and more. Featuring premium wines made by internationally acclaimed winemakers, wine enthusiasts won't want to miss spending a day at this impressive facility. Be sure to get a glimpse of the winemaking process with a tour and then experience the wine for yourself in the tasting room! A wine tasting weekend away is the perfect way to end the summer so book your stay today and get to sipping!
Taneum Creek Brewing
A unique feature of choosing Taneum Creek Brewing is that you can get their beer shipped right to your door anywhere in Washington state. Previously operating a taproom in Cle Elum, Taneum Creek has shifted their focus exclusively to creation. They now produce beer that contains 100% Eastern Washington ingredients! To accomplish this, Taneum switched their grain providers to be LINC Malt, which means that they know exactly where each grain was grown; they plan to switch all primary sources of hops to be those of which the local community grows, and they dry on-site at the brewery. All of their yeast will be either in the form of a native mixed culture, or isolated strain that they themselves harvest; and all other ingredients that will be needed (such as fruits, spices, flowers, etc.) will also be sourced locally when possible. Although Taneum Creek Brewing no longer has its own taproom, you can taste this local beer by purchasing directly through their website or at other local establishments.
Mule & Elk Brewing Co.
After a day of adventuring around the beautiful mountains and lakes that surround Cle Elum, Mule & Elk Brewing is the perfect place to unwind. Cle Elum's first nano-brewery, Mule & Elk serves local craft beers and ciders to those who want to relax with a pint and good company. They pride themselves on creating unique, delicious beer, which definitely comes through in the final product. As you explore Cle Elum, just know that Mule & Elk will be waiting to welcome you with a cold pint and a friendly atmosphere.
Dru Bru
Dru Bru embodies the mountain lifestyle as they were born from it. Their beer is mountain made for those working in the mountains, living in the mountains, and playing in the mountains; that's what makes their brews special and instills the easily delicious characteristics of each beer. Dru Bru offers a year-round selection, along with limited-release and seasonal beers, so no matter when you go, or how often you go, you are bound to be able to experience new beers during your visit. They also have an extensive selection of to-go six-packs, bottles, and growlers. The Cle Elum taproom is tucked away off the main road, has plenty of parking and offers 360 views of the lush central Cascades. Dru Bru also operates a taproom in Snoqualmie Pass, their original location. Both facilities are family-friendly, and children can even indulge in house-made root beer and free carbonated mountain water. Dogs are also welcome in their outdoor beer gardens and patios, however, not inside their taprooms. The Cle Elum location has a food truck on site serving fries and hot dogs, but a special feature is that they also welcome outside food!
