It’s Memorial Day Weekend, and we’re sure you’re excited for the traditional kick-off to summer! We’ll keep it brief and to the point here today, because we’ve got a TON of stuff going on and we don’t want you to miss any of it. Cyser Lab Ever wonder how the brewcrew spends their time when they aren’t making and bottling … Read More
This Week at St. Ambrose Cellars
Another week of sun here at St. Ambrose Cellars! Let’s take a look at what we’ve got going on … Live Music! On the music front, we’ll have OPEN MIC with Jim and Wanda on Thursdays, as per usual. The fun starts at 6 – bring your skills and join the jam. Our own K Jones might even pop in … Read More
This Week at St. Ambrose Cellars
It’s time for another look at what’s going on at St. Ambrose Cellars! Eat a Peach Eat a Peach is our newest draft style mead creation, and it’s been rolling it’s way into stores across Michigan the past few weeks. Our store locator has been updated with almost 80 locations that are offering this new cyser. Featuring a refreshing apple, … Read More
Spring Wine Releases
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, the bees are buzzing and we’re uncorking some new wine for you this week at St. Ambrose Cellars! Sunset Beach Description: Strawberry, cherry aroma, bright acidity, lingering and spicy finish. 100% Marquette grapes. Harvest Date: 11-2-2017 Brix@ Harvest: 24.5 pH: 3.2 TA: 9.6 ABV: 12% R.S.: 2.6 Vineyard: Daddy Long Legs Bottling … Read More
This Week at St. Ambrose Cellars
It’s the start of May, and we’ve got lots of great events going on this week to kick off the early-summer season! New Drinks! We’ve got two new drinks on tap – Sandbar Pale Ale, and Double Vision! Sandbar Pale Ale is a malt forward pale ale, with a little bitterness from the hops and a nice off-red color. This … Read More
This Week at St. Ambrose Cellars
Spring has sprung at St. Ambrose Cellars! The Sleeping Bear Farms bee hives have returned, so if you get out here soon, you can experience the wonderful symphony of nature that a yard full of hives produces. It’s truly a unique experience that we recommend checking out before they disperse to their summer jobs pollinating the Northern Michigan orchards and … Read More
This Week at St. Ambrose Cellars
April rolls on here at St. Ambrose Cellars, and we’ve got more great events for you this week. We have a couple special deals running in the tasting room right now, if you haven’t heard. First, there’s our Spring Sale. As we make room for the summer season, we’re offering 20% off on ALL of our apparel – as well … Read More
$1 Beers!
Our summer fruit wheat beer – Stoney Wheat – is now just $1 a glass! Why, you ask? Because we feel so bad about the continued snow, ice, slush, and general muck associated with this winter. While we wait for a majorly overdue spring thaw, we’re going to do our part to raise spirits by offering this summery ale at … Read More
Meet the Cheeses
The Cheese Lady is returning to the tasting room on Sunday, April 22 – and here’s your chance to preview the pairing menu. For just $15 (pay when you get here, no advance tickets necessary) you’ll get a guided tour through 5 pairings – sampling 5 different St. Ambrose Cellars products and 6 delicious cheeses from around the globe. The … Read More
This Week at St. Ambrose Cellars
We’ve got another big lineup of events here at St. Ambrose Cellars – check them out: On Thursday, as per usual, we’ll have 35% off howlers and growlers, and Jim & Wanda Curtis here to host Open Mic (Open Mic starts at 6, discounts are all day) On Saturday night, the dark and mysterious Saldaje returns to the tasting room … Read More
This Week at St. Ambrose Cellars
Join us on Thursday night for another edition of Open Mic Night with Jim & Wanda Curtis – sure to be a rockin’ and rollin’ good time as usual. On Friday night, we have the talented Lena Maude, who you can see in action here: On Saturday night, join us for Jen Sygit and her wonderful tunes: As usual, our … Read More
The Cheese Lady Returns!
This Sunday (October 29th) the Cheese Lady is returning to St. Ambrose Cellars for another pairing event! Instead of a guided pairing with advance tickets and sessions, this will be an all-day affair. At least, that is, until the cheese runs out. You’ll be able to purchase (for $15) a flight of four St. Ambrose drinks (more info below) that … Read More
What’s the Buzz? August 17th 2017
Summer is winding down, but that doesn’t mean the fun is winding down. We’ve got another buzzworthy weekend coming up, and here’s all the details you need! DeDe Alder The wonderful DeDe Alder – a mainstay of the St. Ambrose Cellars music lineup – is back again on Friday night. From humble beginnings, Dede has paved her way on her … Read More
St. Ambrose Disc Golf Course
It’s true! The St. Ambrose Cellars disc golf course is open for business. It’s a 9 hole, free-to-play course that’s easily accessible from the meadery. Simply park in the parking lot, and head into the big field next door – you’ll see the first tee. Here is an overview of the course layout: Now we’ll take you through the course, … Read More
What’s the Buzz?! – June 9th
Summer Hours How many times have you gotten to the winery at 11:00 AM and waited patiently for us to open up? I know at least two of you have – because I have seen your cars. Well, we’ve noticed, and we’ve made the change! For the rest of the summer, we’re opening up at 11:00AM for all your mead, … Read More
Pinot Noir Riesling 2016
A lovely pink wine in hand. The sun blazing on your shoulders. And a big splotch of BBQ sauce narrowly missing your shirt after you eat an amazing pork nacho. That’s summer, right? If it’s your idea of a good time, you don’t want to miss out on Pinot Noir Riesling. This is a first of its kind for our … Read More
The Case of the Secret Beach
The Private Investigator set himself down at the bar with a sigh. It was a wet night, but the bar was dry. So was his tongue. He was looking to fix that, right away. “What can I do ya for, chief?” “Something sweet.” “Right-on. What’s your name, fella? For the tab?” “John.” “Need a little more … that’s not uncommon, … Read More
What’s the Buzz?! June 1-4
First, a big thanks to everyone who came out for Memorial Day weekend! We know it was busy here, and we appreciate your business. It was great to see so many happy faces trying out the meads, wines, and new beers. There’s no three-day weekend this week, but we’ve still got plenty going on out here at the Cellars for … Read More
What’s the Buzz?! Memorial Day Weekend
LulaRoe & Thirsty Thursday & Open Mic It’s Thursday, and that means one … ok, two … ok, ok, it means THREE things this week! We’ve got LuLaRoe coming in for a pop-up boutique in the tasting room and the lawn, with all their leggings and assorted goodies. This is always a hit! It’s also Thirsty Thursday – which means … Read More
What’s the Buzz?! – May 19th Weekend
It’s May 17th, and we’re really getting into the swing of summer here at St. Ambrose Cellars. You may have heard some of the big news – we’ve got beer! – and I’m sure you’re excited to come try No Frills IPA, if you haven’t already. This is a limited edition first run – so you’ll want to get out … Read More
Beer is Here!
Beer? Beer! We’ve filled out the forms, crossed the T’s, dotted the I’s, got the licenses, went through the rigamarole, and finally, yes finally, there’s a beer on tap here at the St. Ambrose Cellars tasting room. The first beer? No Frills IPA. We went with a classic IPA to debut. Featuring Galaxy and Simcoe hops for a citrusy, tropical, … Read More
Michigan Wine Month Specials
May is Michigan Wine Month! The return of sunshine and warmth to the Mitten is also the perfect time to celebrate the incredible amount of great wine that is produced here every year. At St. Ambrose Cellars, we’re celebrating Michigan Wine Month with special deals on four of wines and meads. These four featured products are 30% OFF in the … Read More
What’s the Buzz?! – May 12th Weekend
After the excitement of our fundraiser and music last weekend, we’re back again for another weekend of fun here at St. Ambrose. It’s been a chilly start to the week but it seems like the temperature is rising a bit, and this weekend looks like an absolutely gorgeous time to be out on the lawn with a glass of mead … Read More
2016 Pinot Grigio
This month marks the return of a Pinot Grigio varietal wine to our shelves. Our 2016 Pinot Grigio comes in a fresh new label with a green St. Ambrose Cellars goddess and some eye-catching foil. Inside, you’ll find the great tasting white wine that you expect from the talented team of winemakers in the back. What is Pinot Grigio? First, … Read More
Odyssey of the Mind Fundraiser
This Saturday we’re hosting (you may have heard) a fundraiser for the Crystal Lake Elementary Odyssey of the Mind team. The team is headed to the World Finals for Odyssey of the Mind, and this is your chance to support these great kids in this worthwhile program. What is Odyssey of the Mind? OM is a problem-solving competition. You can … Read More