Beer, Wine Shine Group Tour

Raise a glass and spend the day exploring Johnston County’s craft beverage scene. Whether you’re traveling along I-95 or I-40, you’ll enjoy a well-paced itinerary filled with vineyards, breweries, distilleries, and plenty of Southern hospitality. Each route is designed as a full day for groups, with suggested meal stops, time to relax, and an overnight option in one of our group-friendly hotels.

Be sure to complete our digital BWS Trail Pass along the way to earn stamps at each stop and enter for a chance to win exciting prizes!

Please check times and days open for our stops, as they are not open all seven days of the week. This suggested itinerary is best for Thursday-Saturday dates.

Suggested Itinerary

Day One I-95 Corridor
11:00am	Hinnant Family Vineyards Start your day with a guided vineyard tour and tasting of muscadine wines. Enjoy Dine on the Vine, featuring charcuterie options perfect for a light snack or sharing. Stroll the vines, take photos, and learn about the winemaking process.
12:30pm	Raleigh Brewing JoCo Sample handcrafted beers in a welcoming taproom. Groups can also enjoy a meal at the Chelsea Café, serving classic American fare in a casual setting.
1:15pm	Hatchet Brewing Co. Stop by this local brewery for more craft beer options. A friendly atmosphere with space for groups to relax and socialize.
2:45pm	Broadslab Distillery Learn about the heritage of North Carolina spirits while tasting moonshine and other distilled beverages.
4:15pm	Fainting Goat Brewing Company Relax mid-afternoon with small-batch craft beers and socialize in indoor or outdoor seating.
5:30pm	Dinner in Smithfield Wrap up the day with a Southern-style dinner or buffet at a locally-owned restaurant.
7:00pm	Check into area hotel Comfortable accommodations with motorcoach parking make it easy to unwind before Day 2.
Day Two I-40 Corridor
12:00pm	Gregory Vineyards Start the day with a guided vineyard tour and tasting (Saturday & Sunday). For Thursday groups, consider visiting after 5:00 pm.
1:15pm	Lunch in Downtown Clayton Relax at a locally-owned restaurant offering Southern favorites or farm-to-table cuisine. Private group dining is available at Manning's and Venero's Pizzeria.
2:30pm	Deep River Brewing Co. Tour the brewery and sample creative craft beers. A fun mid-afternoon stop to unwind and enjoy local flavors.
3:30pm	JoCo Brewing Co. Enjoy small-batch brews in a friendly setting. Flights and tastings can be customized for your group.
5:00pm	Dinner at Redneck BBQ Lab End the trail with hearty, award-winning barbecue in a fun, casual atmosphere perfect for groups.

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