From the candlelit corners of Bennington’s lounges to the mountain-lodge bars of Manchester and Peru, winter in The Shires invites you to slow down, warm up, and savor the season. Whether you’re clinking glasses fireside or sampling local spirits, these destinations embody the heart of Vermont hospitality.

So bundle up, grab your friends, and explore these seven cozy cocktail havens — because warmth in The Shires is best served with good spirits.