Fans of all things fermented can find fulfillment at the Stowe Brewers Festival. The inaugural event hosts 40 craft beer, cider and mead makers for two days of sipping sessions in a picturesque mountain setting. Revelers get their kicks from live music and their choice of more than 120 beverage samples, while eager learners get schooled during brewing, cooking and pairing demonstrations. Setting this fest apart from the rest are its eco-conscious efforts — vendors serve food and drinks in 100 percent compostable dishes, a bike valet encourages cycling over driving, and staffed sorting stations for recyclables and trash minimize waste.
