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COLUMBIA, MO – Columbia has a reputation for world-class festivals, big-time collegiate sporting events and outstanding outdoor recreation. There’s always a palpable feeling of excitement as the city does everything in style. And, that’s no different for Columbia’s burgeoning hand-crafted beverage industry, which includes acclaimed microbreweries, distilleries, a cidery and an award-winning large-scale winery.
“Like many destinations, Columbia’s local craft brews, wine and spirits industry has grown significantly in recent years,” says Megan McConachie, strategic communications manager for the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau. “What sets Columbia’s scene apart is the diverse, creative offerings from these local makers as well as the beautiful locations they have for visitors to enjoy. There’s nothing better than taking in a sunset over the Missouri River on a bluff top at Les Bourgeois Vineyards or having a beer at Logboat Brewing Company while playing yard games. Regardless of a visitor’s preference, they will easily find a locally-made beverage they will thoroughly enjoy.”