Nothing is more relaxing than an adult night out. Whether you’re wandering around local shopping areas after dark or seeing a movie, there is something relaxing about being away from all of your responsibilities.
What would make it even better is a wine or beer tasting tour.
We’ve found the best spots for sips and suds.
Rolling Bay Wine Tasting – Bainbridge Island
When it comes to limited quantities of hand-crafted premium wines, then Rolling Bay Winery is a place to visit. They offer wine tastings for the public, but reservations are required to accommodate the crowds. You can join their membership program and attend member-exclusive events, as well.
Wine tasting is limited to the spring, so contact them for more information. https://www.rollingbaywinery.com/
Fletcher Bay Winery – Bainbridge Island
Wine Down Wednesdays with the crew at Fletcher Bay Winery where you’ll enjoy live music and drink specials. The tasting room is open every day at select hours, so check their website for more information on that. While it is a bit more upscale than the winery, you’ll still find it a casual setting.
The winery has a back patio where you can sit in comfort all year-round. There’s a kid’s play area that features toys and DVDs to entertain them while you entertain your taste buds. https://www.fletcherbaywinery.com/
House 11 Taproom and Bottle Shop – Port Gamble
Sit outside at the picnic tables on the emerald green lawn on a sunny day and enjoy the fine wines of the House 11 Taproom. While not affiliated with any local winery, they do offer local beers like the Agate Pass Amber from Hood Canal Brewing on tap.
They offer goodies like popcorn, peanuts, kale salads and sardine bruschetta, as well as herbed olives and soft pretzels. It’s a great place to try some local beers and munch on a diverse menu of foods. https://www.house11taproom.com/
Since we’re talking about breweries, here are some places where you’ll find a selection of craft beers made from the finest waters in the PNW.
Yoked Farmhouse and Brewery – Port Orchard
In addition to on tap beers like Farmhand IPA and Luna’s Stout, this brewery features fresh produce when in season. You can add a selection of green beans, summer squash and raspberries to your shopping bag while you enjoy the latest brews. Their farmhouse brews change and sell out, so if you find something you like, buy it in a growler.
In addition to vegies and beers, they also offer fresh meat and cut flowers for the whole farm experience.
Echoes Brewing – Poulsbo
Echoes’ taproom is now open and ready for a family-friendly night out. Join them for events like sports, pie eating and of course, lots of beer selections from their craft brewery.
They are open from noon to 10 p.m. and offer many ales like Golden Blonde, Monk’s Indiscretion and Dubbel. They also create malts, ryes and spicy ginger ale. https://echoesbrewing.com/
Hood Canal Brewery – Kingston
As mentioned above on tap at House 11 Taproom, this brewery is located on the Hood Canal area and offers a taproom for your enjoyment. They have 13 beers on tap and feature signature house brews that you can enjoy while gazing out onto the water.
They offer kegs, growlers and bottles of their creations. You’ll find their beers in restaurants, grocery stores and bars. It’s best to come in person and enjoy it straight from their taps. https://www.hoodcanalbrewery.com/
Seven Seas Brewing Company – Gig Harbor
Gig Harbor is the home of Seven Seas Brewing Company, and the taproom and brewery offer wines and beers. You can enjoy a cider in their spacious taproom or pull up a chair on the waterfront. While they don’t serve food, they do allow outside food to be brought in, so bring your own picnic or order from a nearby restaurant.
Silver City Restaurant & Brewery – Silverdale
Silver City Brewery is home to seasonal and core beers like Ridgetop Red Ale and Tropic Haze. The seasonal brews like Ziggy Zoggy and Mystic Mojo are available on tap and in some cases, in cans or bottles during their brewing cycle.
An Oktoberfest Lager and Irresistible Bliss strawberry vanilla IPA can spice up the season.
No matter what time of the year it is, these wines and beers are sure to offer a delightful way to spend an afternoon.
Like the Seasons
Just like the seasons, your car or truck has changing needs. Here are some of the most important things to do to get ready.
For the Summer
- Brake Check – Rain. You know it’s going to, so be prepared to spend a lot of time in it. Make sure you can stop by doing a brake check. Check the fluids, the pads, the rotors and the calipers. If the brakes grab, you might need a new calipers. If the brakes scream, you might need new pads or shoes. If you don’t know what brake parts you need, bring them to us, and we’ll diagnose your brake problems.
- AC Belt – It’s going to be warm, so make sure your belt is in good shape. A squealing AC unit means something is not right. Other indications that there may be AC problems include warm air from the vents, burning smell through the vents and fluid leaks. We have you covered on this one, too.
- Coolant – Make sure your coolant level is at 50/50 for summer driving.
For the Winter
- Tires – Make sure you have enough tread and replace the tires if you don’t. Check the tire pressure regularly because cold weather causes your tires to lose pressure. Have them rotated and balanced for optimal wear.
- Battery – Your battery works overtime in the cold, so if you noticed any problems with it before the cold months, replace it before it dies.
- Oil Change – Use lighter-weight oil in the winter.
- Coolant – Replace summer coolant and make sure that the mix is right for the temperatures outside.
At Kitsap Auto Outlet, We’re here to help you with these things and more. Bring your vehicle by, and we’ll help you get it ready for the upcoming season. Our ASE Certified technicians know what you’re up against and are prepared to help you get through the seasons. Call us or use our online form to set up your appointment today.