On any given day, you might sip a bold stout while chatting with the farmer who grew the barley, because these crisp lagers, smooth stouts, and inventive ales are brewed with local grains and clean northern water. Whether you’re a traveler rolling in off Route 1 or a regular who knows everyone by name, Aroostook’s breweries make it simple to settle in and raise a glass. Here are the best breweries and wineries in Aroostook County, as voted on by 1,000 voters!
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With 76 votes, the award of “Best Brewery” goes to…

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The Northern Maine Brewing Company in Caribou, Maine brings local pride to every pint, with their regional ingredients and time-honored brewing techniques. The spacious, welcoming taproom blends rustic woodwork with modern comfort and is right off of their main dining room which spotlights fine dining. Not sure which of their many house made beers to try out first? Order one of their famous flights to try them all!  

2025 Winners

First) Northern Maine Brewing Company

This brewery’s many selections are without a doubt, an authentic taste of Aroostook County. They use local ingredients including the water 300 feet beneath us, and local Malt grown right here by Buck Farms.

Caribou, Maine │ Directions or learn more

Second) First Mile Brewing Co

As the name suggests, First Mile Brewing Co can be found on the first mile of US Route 1, housed in a converted grain warehouse. Their tap room features 9 rotating taps, offering craft beer options to suit all palates and preferences!  

Fort Kent, Maine │ Directions or learn more  

Third) Katahdin Brew Works

Known for their events such as trivia nights, cribbage, and their holiday theme nights, this brewery knows how to have a good time, and how to make a great beer.  

Patten, Maine │ Directions or learn more  

2025 Honorable Mentions

Listed in order of popularity among voters

• Hidden Springs Winery in Hodgdon, Maine
• Allagash White the famous beverage uses Maine Grains
• Presque Isle Honey Blonde from Geaghans

“Best Brewery” is just one of nine categories awarded by Aroostook County Tourism, click here to see the full results of the 2025 Best of Aroostook Awards.

Aroostook County Tourism (ACT) is the Destination Marketing Organization of Maine's Aroostook County. ACT is compromised of a 12 member volunteer board who work to promote all of The County and invite visitors to find their own Aroostook adventure through marketing. "Best of Aroostook'" is a fun way to highlight Aroostook County and no prizes are given. Method: winners are announced for the top three organizations per category and the other organizations in that category are recognized as honorable mentions. As is tradition, the honor system guides the rules for voting as "Aroostook's Best" is meant to be a fun way to recognize the gems in the Crown of Maine - vote and act respectfully. Votes were accepted between January 1, 2025 and March 24, 2025, lists published in April of 2025.

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