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Have you tried the newest addition to the NRD drink line up? Forbidden Apple 2.0 - a new twist on the original.

Ray Wendling, the owner and operator of North Ridge Distillery in Medina, NY holding Forbidden Apple 2.0

Thank you to everyone for a great year! We hope to see you at our next show.
Cheers to 2024!

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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!

Ray Wendling, the owner and operator of North Ridge Distillery in Medina, NY holding Forbidden Apple 2.0

Forbidden Apple 2.0

Our newest drink can be described as a 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.

North Ridge Distillery in Medina, NY Fire and Smoke Brandy

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!

North Ridge Distillery in Medina, NY Fire and Smoke Brandy

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!

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!

North Ridge Distillery in Medina, NY Fire and Smoke Brandy

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


March

Albion Merchants Association Sip n' Stroll
When: March 16, 2024 | 4-7pm
Where: Register at Dubby's Tailgate in Albion
Easter Makers and Shakers Boozy Artisan Market
When: March 23rd and 24th
Where: The Power House | 140 Lee Street | Buffalo, NY 14210
Wendel Maple Weekend
When: March 30th and 31st | 10am to 4pm
Where: 12502 Vaughn St | East Concord, NY 14055
Cabin Fever Beer and Wine Festival
When: April 27th | 4 - 7pm
Where: Buffalo Ski Club | 7414 NY-240 | Colden, NY 14033


April

Buffalo Wine Festival
When: April 13, 2024
Where: Buffalo Convention Center | 153 Franklin Street | Buffalo, NY
716 EmPOURium Whiskey, Wine, Spirit Festival
When: April 20, 2024 | 10pm - 1am
Where: 1845 Union Road | West Seneca, NY
Cabin Fever Beer and Wine Festival
When: April 27, 2024 | 4 - 7pm
Where: Buffalo Ski Club | 7414 NY-240 | Colden, NY 14033


May

Coming soon!

You can buy our products by the glass at the following locations:

Niagara County

  • Anthony Manor Winery in Sanborn, NY

Orleans County

  • Leonard Oakes Estate Winery in Medina, NY

  • Tapped On Main at Mark's Pizzeria in Medina, NY


You can buy our products by the bottle at the following locations:

Erie County

  • Addy’s Fine Wine & Spirits in Buffalo, NY

  • Aurora Liquor in East Aurora, NY

  • Cheap Chollies Liquor Store in Springville, NY

  • Lexi's Fine Wine & Spirit in Getzville, NY

  • McKinley Wine & Spirits in Blasdell, NY

  • Midnight Liquors in Tonawanda, NY

  • Passport Wine & Spirits in Clarence, NY

  • NEW LOCATION - Still On The Hill Winery & Spirits in Springville, NY

Genesee County

  • The YNGODESS Shop in Batavia, NY

Monroe County

  • Mahan’s Discount Liquor & Wine in Brockport, NY

Niagara County

  • Anthony Manor Winery in Sanborn, NY

  • Hibbard’s Old Portage Shop Wine & Liquors in Lewiston, NY

  • Kindred Spirits & Wine in Middleport

  • 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

Orleans County

  • Lakes Wine N Spirits in Medina, NY

  • Leonard Oakes Estate Winery in Medina, NY

  • Main Liquor in Medina, NY

  • Plaza Liquor Store in Albion, NY

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 Distillery Brandy

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 bitters
Combine 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 bitters
Combine 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 bitters
Combine 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 coffee
Mix together and enjoy!

Sunrise Off the Ridge

3 oz Maple Ridge Peach
1 squirt of grenadine for color
Top off with Sprite/Sierra Mist and enjoy!


North Ridge Distillery Food Recipes

North Ridge Distillery Brandy

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 Cherry
Mix 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!


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