best of minnesota 2015 drink
Best of Minnesota 2015: Drink
The best beer, taprooms, winery, wine shops, cocktails and more.
Best new wine shop in the east metro - Revival
Best new wine shop in the west metro - Wine Republic
Best lager - Schell's Pils
Best diurnal transformation - Dunn Brothers
Best cocktails - Du Nord Craft Spirits
Best taproom in St. Paul - Bang Brewing
Best taproom in Minneapolis - Surly Brewing Company
Best IPA - Size 7
Best Minnesota winery - Chankaska Creek
Best Belgian-inspired beer - The Auroch's Horn
Best local wine blogger - Jon Thorsen
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