If you’re planning a road trip along Route 66, you might be eager to speed past the vast deserts and majestic mountain scenery. However, it’s also worth making a few stops along the way so you can let your taste buds in on the experience. Take your time exploring this part of the country and indulge in some of the area’s spirit and wine tastings. Plan the perfect getaway by scheduling visits at these must-see wineries and distilleries.

A Guide to Route 66 Wine Tastings

1. Stetson Winery

When you visit this Kingman, AZ, winery, you will get to taste locally made bottles from acclaimed vintner Eric Glomski. Inside their tasting bar, you can handpick four different wines to create a personal flight. Write down the signature notes of each while enjoying a sunset on the veranda. The barn-style winery is flanked by three different mountain ranges, so you’ll have the perfect backdrop for your tasting experience.

2. Little Old Wine Drinkers Winery

The Little Old Wine Drinkers Winery and Vineyard is located just off of Route 66 in Kingman. This burgeoning winery has over 4,000 grapevines planted in bare earth.

Whether you’re in the mood for a classic Pinot Grigio or a unique strawberry wine, you’ll be able to pick the brains of the owners during your visit. They’re always happy to share and discuss their wine-making process, and they’ll give you a look at their brand-new facilities while you enjoy a few glasses of vino.

3. Desert Diamond Distillery

Once you’ve warmed up on wine, head to the Desert Diamond Distillery for handcrafted rum, whiskey, and vodka. As the state’s oldest craft distillery, you’ll be tasting a bit of Arizona history.

The facility is located inside the Kingman Airport, but they also offer dining in a refurbished rail car. Their spirits have been winning awards for over a decade, and they offer sought-after, behind-the-scenes tours of production and barrel rooms.

 

Visit all three gorgeous locations along Route 66 with Laughlin Tours. This affordable tour package includes transportation from your hotel, two wine tastings, a distillery tasting, and lunch led by a helpful guide. In addition to Route 66, they also offer tours that highlight the Hoover Dam, the Grand Canyon, and other area attractions. Learn more about this Laughlin, NV, company online, or call (702) 420-5345 to schedule a wine tasting for you and your travel companions.