Wineries and Distilleries in Sussex County NJ: 3 Tasting Rooms to Visit

Looking for wineries and distilleries in Sussex County, NJ? Our team rounded up the three tasting rooms we could confirm are open in the county right now: a family vineyard in Wantage and two craft distilleries in Hamburg and Branchville. Hours, addresses and what to expect below come from each business’s own website.

All three make what they pour on site, and each one works well as a weekend stop on a drive through the northern half of the county. If beer is more your speed, see our guide to breweries in Sussex County, NJ.

Ventimiglia Vineyard, Wantage

Photo: Ventimiglia Vineyard via Google Business Profile.

Ventimiglia Vineyard sits on the family’s 50-acre Rocky Ridge Farm at 101 Layton Road in Wantage, in the rolling farm country near the New York line. Wines are poured in a cozy tasting room, and from late spring through early autumn guests can sit outside at picnic tables with their own picnic lunch or snacks. The farm also has hiking trails, which makes it an easy pairing for a walk before or after a tasting.

The vineyard is open for its 2026 season with open tastings every Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and every Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. The tasting fee is $5, and no reservations are needed. There are no open tasting hours during the week, but you can call 973-875-4333 to set up a visit and buy wine. Private tastings and small gatherings are available by appointment through events@ventivines.com.

Claremont Distillery, Hamburg

Photo: Claremont Distillery via Google Business Profile.

Claremont Distillery is an award-winning craft distillery at 3619 Route 94 in Hamburg, a short drive from Crystal Springs Resort and Mountain Creek. The distillery follows a farm-to-glass approach, sourcing ingredients locally and handling distilling, blending and bottling in house. Its venue covers more than 11,000 square feet, with room for casual visitors, scheduled groups and private events.

Guests can take a tour of the production facility to see how each batch is made, or sit down for a tasting and learn the story behind the spirits. Some experiences welcome walk-ins, while tours can be reserved ahead. Claremont also hosts live music every Saturday night. Hours are 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday and Friday, noon to 9 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday through Wednesday. Call 973-566-1334.

Milk Street Distillery, Branchville

Photo: Milk Street Distillery via Google Business Profile.

Milk Street Distillery at 1 Milk Street in downtown Branchville bills itself as Sussex County’s first distillery in more than 70 years. It is a true grain-to-glass operation, so everything is mashed, fermented, distilled and bottled on site. The lineup includes Kanpeki Rice Vodka, Murder Bourbon, War Penny Smoked Bourbon, Dam Break Rye, Vexed Gin, Blind Bettie Gin, McNally’s Irish Style Whiskey and Wooden Leg Rum.

Tours run every half hour, and you do not need to book one ahead. The tasting room is open Friday from 4 to 10 p.m., Saturday from 1 to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. Weekday hours, noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, are for bottle and gift card pickup only. Call 973-948-0178.

Plan a Tasting Day in Sussex County

The three stops spread across the county, so many visitors pick one or two and build a day around them. Claremont sits near the Vernon and Hardyston resort area, Milk Street is close to Stokes State Forest, and Ventimiglia is in the farm country of Wantage. For a meal nearby, browse our list of the best restaurants in Sussex County, NJ, and always plan a designated driver.

Also on tap: our guide to breweries in Sussex County, NJ, plus coffee shops and restaurants in Sussex County.

Featured photo: Glasses of white wine on a barrel at Ventimiglia Vineyard in Wantage. Photo: Ventimiglia Vineyard via Google Business Profile.