north ridge distillery
from farm to flask
We're a local, family-run distillery based in Orleans Country. Each of our products are hand-crafted with locally grown fruits. So you'll know that each sip you take is from farm to flask.
Our biggest announcement of the year!
If you live in New York State, you can now order all of our favorite North Ridge products online.
And they'll be shipped right to your front door.
Have you heard?
There are some big changes coming to North Ridge Distillery. In order for us to keep all of you in the loop, we're starting a mailing list!Subscribe using the link below.
Our updated list of shows through June is now live, and we hope to see you this spring and summer. Cheers!
Looking for a new way to enjoy your favorite brandy?
About
The Wendling family believes that a quality product begins with quality ingredients. That's why here at North Ridge Distillery, we use all natural, fresh, local fruit in our handcrafted libations. With every sip, know that you are tasting a product that has gone directly from farm to flask.
New drink alert!
Huckleberry Punch
Our newest drink is best described as a sweet punch with hints of cinnamon and apple. It's packed full of local fruits from Orleans County, and you've gotta try it for yourself! It'll get the job done!To find out where you can get a bottle of Huckleberry Punch, check out the link below:
Forbidden Apple 2.0
This drink is the not-so-distant cousin of our original Forbidden Apple. It has all the flavor of the original Forbidden Apple but with twice the fun (AKA brandy). But don't worry, Forbidden Apple 2.0 is still sweet on the taste buds.
The Bee's Knees
This drink is based on an old Wendling family recipe. It's been in the works for a few years now, and it’s unlike anything we’ve made before.It's made similarly to Krupnik but with our apple brandy, spices, and locally-sourced clover honey. Yum!
Feeling Peachy
This drink will be a favorite for peach lovers! It’ll make a great addition to your favorite mixed drink, and it’s also delicious poured over ice. It’s different from our Maple Ridge Peach in that it’s sweeter AND has a stronger peach flavor. Label is coming soon!
The Reviews Are In
"I picked up a bottle of "Feeling Peachy" at an arts show in Lockport a few weeks back. I tried the Fuzzy Navel drink recipe you have on your website. Delicious, especially in this hot summer weather! Cheers!"
- Bob L.
Forbidden Apple
If you like apple pie, you'll love our Forbidden Apple! It's a blend of New York State apples, our Cherry Brandy, and spices. This specialty beverage is delicious to drink both cold and warm.Just a minute in the microwave will make a mug full of Forbidden Apple just what you've been looking for to warm up on a cold day!
Berries & Cherries
This distilled specialty is 11% alcohol, and it's a blend of fruit juices with our Cherry Brandy. We've heard that it makes a great sangria!
Fire and Smoke
If you like the taste of cinnamon, you should give this distillery speciality a try. It has all of the flavor without the burn. Fire and Smoke goes well in a mixed drink or on the rocks.
Heavenly Vine
Heavenly Vine is our grape brandy. This isn't just any grape brandy though. We age it on oak for 5+ years before bottling. You'll get incredible flavors from the barrel that make for a smooth taste.
Maple Ridge Brandy
Our Maple Ridge Brandy is great for both mixing or by itself! We use local fruit and add our family maple syrup to make for a smooth taste. Our flavors include:
Maple Ridge Cherry
Maple Ridge Apple
Maple Ridge Peach
Hand Rolled Cigars
In addition to our brandy, we have hand rolled cigars that are infused with our products! These are great to pair with your favorite NRD drink. We have cigars infused with:Forbidden Apple
Berries & Cherries
Maple Ridge Apple
Maple Ridge Cherry
North Ridge Distillery Events
October
Batavia Wine Walk
When: October 4th | 4-8pm
Where: Batavia, NY 14020Tasting at Wendel's Poultry Farm
When: October 11th | 11-4pm
Where: The Pumpkin Patch at Wendel's Poultry Farm | 12466 Vaughn St | East Concord, NY 140554th Annual Bills Elvis Charity Foundation Tailgate
When: October 13th from 2-7pm | October 19th from 10-4:30am
Where: Main St | Lockport, NY 14094Arts in the Barn
When: October 18th from 9-4pm | October 19th from 10-4:30am
Where: Wendel's Maple & More | 12502 Vaughn St | East Concord, NY 14055
November
Fall Makers and Shakers
When: November 21st from 11-5pm | November 22nd from 10-5pm | November 23rd from 10-4pm | November 28th from 11-5pm | November 29th from 10-5pm | November 30th from 10-4pm
Where: The Powerhouse | 140 Lee St | Buffalo, NY 14210
December
Coming soon!
You can buy most of our products by the glass at the following locations:
Erie County
NEW LOCATION - Still On The Hill Winery & Spirits in Springville, NY
Orleans County
The Walsh Hotel & Tap Room in Medina, NY
Tapped On Main at Mark's Pizzeria in Medina, NY - Huckleberry Punch available
Please note that at this time, Huckleberry Punch is only available at select stores. Stores that carry Huckleberry Punch are marked as below.You can buy most of our products by the bottle at the following locations:
Erie County
Addy’s Fine Wine & Spirits in Buffalo, NY
Cheap Chollies Liquor Store in Springville, NY
Lexi's Fine Wine & Spirit in Getzville, NY
McKinley Wine & Spirits in Blasdell, NY - Huckleberry Punch available
Midnight Liquors in Tonawanda, NY
Passport Wine & Spirits in Clarence, NY
NEW LOCATION - Still On The Hill Winery & Spirits in Springville, NY
Genesee County
Harrington's Produce in Batavia, NY - Huckleberry Punch available
The YNGODESS Shop in Batavia, NY
Monroe County
Canalside Liquors & Wine in Brockport, NY - Huckleberry Punch available
Mahan’s Discount Liquor & Wine in Brockport, NY
Niagara County
Grand Wine & Spirits in Lockport, NY
Hibbard’s Old Portage Shop Wine & Liquors in Lewiston, NY
Kindred Spirits & Wine in Middleport - Huckleberry Punch available
Lincoln Square Wine & Spirits in Lockport, NY
Supermarket Liquors and Wines in Niagara Falls, NY
The Wine and Liquor Outlet in Lockport, NY
Wrights Corners Wine & Spirits in Lockport, NY - Huckleberry Punch available
Orleans County
Lakes Wine N Spirits in Medina, NY - Huckleberry Punch available
Main Liquor in Medina, NY - Huckleberry Punch available
Plaza Liquor Store in Albion, NY
Robert's Farm Market in Medina, NY - Huckleberry Punch available
North Ridge Distillery Food and Drink Recipes
Below you'll find our favorite food and drink recipes we've developed over the years. We hope that you'll give them a try!Some things to keep in mind:
🥃 Most shot glasses hold 1.25 to 1.5 fluid ounces. But make sure to double check this before you start making your drink.
🍎 Many of our drink recipes include bitters. This can be found in the mixers area of your local grocery store. Our favorite bitters are made by Angostura.Also, don't forget to check out our food recipe section below!
North Ridge Fuzzy Navel
4 oz Feeling Peachy
8 oz orange juice of choice (would recommend pulp-free)Mix together and pour over ice. Garnish with an orange
slice and mint.
North Ridge Metropolitan
2 oz Maple Ridge Apple
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
1 oz simple syrup
2 dashes Angostura aromatic bittersCombine everything in a shaker with ice and shake until cold.Double the recipe for a full glass.
North Ridge Old Fashioned
3 oz Maple Ridge Peach
1 oz Feeling Peachy
3 dashes Angostura aromatic bittersCombine everything in a shaker with ice and shake until cold.
The O'Connor
2.5 oz Maple Ridge Cherry
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
2 dashes Angostura aromatic bittersCombine everything in a shaker with ice and shake until cold.
North Ridge Irish Coffee
1 oz Maple Ridge Cherry
1 oz french vanilla creamer
8 oz of your favorite coffeeMix together and enjoy!
Sunrise Off the Ridge
3 oz Maple Ridge Peach
1 squirt of grenadine for colorTop off with Sprite/Sierra Mist and enjoy!
Luck of the Irish Cocktail
4 ounces Irish whiskey (like Jameson)
2.5 ounces Feeling Peachy
3 ounces pineapple juice
1 ounce lime juice (fresh)
6 ounces club soda (measurement is approximate as you're going to add directly to the glasses and not in the shaker)Garnish
2 maraschino cherries (rinse the syrup off)
2 chunks pineapple (fresh)Combine all ingredients except club soda and garnish in a shaker bottle with ice. Divide into two cocktail glasses and top with club soda and garnish. Enjoy!And if you find that your drink isn't as green as you'd like, you can add a drop of food coloring.Based on recipe from dishdelish.com
North Ridge Distillery Food Recipes
NRD Brandy Balls
2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp cocoa
2 tbsp white corn syrup
1/3 cup Maple Ridge CherryMix all ingredients together. Shape into balls and roll in powdered sugar or dry cocoa.
Store in a tightly covered container for three to four days before serving. Enjoy!
Do you have a drink or food idea?
If so, we'd love to hear it and try it out! If we like it, we may feature it on our social media and our website.
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