Join us, SugarSpell Sweets, Clarry Hill Pottery and other vendors and kick off your holiday season with spirit.  We'll have all your favorites plus some holiday cocktails, gifts, and ideas.  Don't forget to register for our door prize. 

See you on Black Friday!  Need something before that? Sweetgrass in Union is open Wednesdays through Sundays 11 am to 5 pm.

Join us for Spooky Cocktails at Sweetgrass!

The 48th annual Common Ground Country Fair will be held at the Common Ground Education Center in Unity, Maine.  The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association’s (MOFGA) annual celebration of rural living features 1000-plus exhibitors and speakers, and emphasizes vibrant communities, sustainable living and local economies, while highlighting organic agriculture. Sweetgrass supports our local farmers because these farmers are the foundation of our business.  Visit us in Union or Portland for a taste of their bounty in a bottle.

https://www.mofga.org/the-fair/

Celebrate Maine wild blueberries with us this weekend with a special tasting of all our Maine wild blueberry products:  Blueberry Cabernet wine, Blueberry Sangria, Blueberry Smash, Back River Gin, and Blueberry Bitters all for just $5.  We use 5 tons of fresh blueberries every year, all grown right here in Maine by small Maine farmers.

The Maine Lobster Festival is five days of fun and feasting on the fabulous coast of Maine! After indulging, swing by Sweetgrass to unwind and enjoy a relaxing time.

https://mainelobsterfestival.com

The town of Union will celebrate its 250th anniversary during a weekend of festivities from July 19 to 21. 

Some of the featured events and activities include a grand parade, pie social, a beard contest, 8 free concerts including a special concert by the band Enter the Haggis, several traditional arts demonstrations including blacksmithing and weaving, dozens of kids’ games, movies, raffles, and a variety of food options.

https://unionhistoricalsociety.org

https://www.facebook.com/p/Celebrating-Unions-250-years-100092743749376

The North Atlantic Blues Festival is an annual two-day blues music festival featuring national blues performers and considered one of the most prestigious on the East Coast. The festival is held at the Public Landing in Rockland, Maine, overlooking the picturesque Rockland Harbor.  While you are in the area stop in at Sweetgrass for a tasting and relax.

https://www.northatlanticbluesfestival.com

It would not be summer without a trip to the Union Fair.  Stop in at Sweetgrass Farm while you are in town.  Relax in the shade with a Maine grown, Maine made wine, cider, or cocktail.  And YES that is our daughter in the picture and she did catch the pig.

https://www.unionfair.org

The Rockport Donut Festival celebrates the rich history of the donut in Rockport! Kick off the summer with live music, delicious food, and fun activities for all ages. After indulging in your favorite treats, swing by Sweetgrass to unwind and enjoy a relaxing time.

https://rockportmaine.gov/rockportdonutfestival

The Maine Winery Guild, representing 30 tasting rooms across the state, is proud to announce the launch of the Maine Wine Trail digital experience through a strategic partnership with Seeker, marking a significant leap into the digital age for Maine’s wine region. Through this groundbreaking collaboration, the Maine Wine Trail has been transformed into an immersive digital journey that promises unforgettable experiences for patrons.  Participants can join the Maine Wine Trail on any mobile device and begin exploring detailed winery profiles across the state, complete with photos, descriptions, and an interactive map. There is nothing to download, the Maine Wine Trail is ready to be a part of your Maine adventure. Additionally, it features an engaging check-in challenge, allowing participants to share photos with each winery check-in, unlocking badges, and a variety of exciting prizes.

The Maine Winery Guild members invite both locals and visitors to explore Maine's picturesque wineries through the new digital Maine Wine Trail experience. Discover the Maine Wine Trail today and begin unlocking rewards. For more information and to begin your journey, visit https://app.mainewinetrail.com
Prizes and Rewards:

• Check-in at your first winery - Unlock the Cider Starter badge + earn a bumper sticker

• Check-in 3 wineries - Unlock the Mead Maven badge + earn a Maine Wine Trail corkscrew

• Check-in at 6 wineries -  Unlock the Vineyard Voyager badge + earn a Maine Wine Trail Tee

• Check-in at 9 wineries - Unlock the Spirit Seeker badge + earn a set of Maine Wine Trail glasses

• Check-in at 12 wineries - Unlock the Wine Wizard badge + earn one entry in a drawing for $300 in gift certificates to Maine wineries

• Check-in at all 30 wineries - Unlock the Maine Wine Trail VIP badge + a special VIP prize

https://app.mainewinetrail.com/themainewineguild/maine-wine-trail

We know you've got the jellybeans for the kids but how about something for your Easter Basket?  Stop into Sweetgrass Old Port to pick up something special for the adults on Easter.

Planning something special for Valentine or Galentine Day?  Don't forget the cocktails!  Make delicious cocktails at home like our Love Potion cocktail with Sweetgrass spirits.  Stop in at Sweetgrass Old Port for a tasting!

Bring your valentine to Sweetgrass for a tasting and pick up supplies to help you celebrate the special day together.

Ready to solve Portland riddles, take goofy photos of city statues, & score $2.07 deals downtown?

Register for the 207 day Scavenger Hunt in Portland at https://portlandmaine.com/events-downtown/207-day-scavenger-hunt/

Sweetgrass Old Port will be participating - you can upload a photo posed in front of our “MAINE” sign and for a bonus (21+) Order a mini tasting from our menu of Maine-made wines and spirits for $2.07 and upload your receipt for one bonus point!

Sweetgrass Old port will be closed temporarily for some much needed rehab and upkeep.

While our production facility is closed to visitors during the winter, you can find our products at our tasting room and shop in Portland.  Sweetgrass Old Port is open all year around.  If you are looking for our spirits - you can find those at your local liquor store like RSVP, Bow Street, Old Port Spirits, and Damons and at Maine grocery stores such as Hannaford, Whole Foods, and Shaws.