08/07/2026
The Vermont Brewers Association is excited to introduce our new Retail & Craft Beer Bar Membership, created to bring the businesses that champion Vermont craft beer even closer to the breweries, people, and communities that make our industry what it is.
The VBAâs work is rooted in four pillars: education, community, governance, and marketing. As we continue working toward our vision of Vermont as the premier state for craft beer, weâre excited to welcome Vermont retailers and craft beer bars into the association and strengthen the connections between breweries, retailers, and beer lovers across the state.
And we truly couldnât think of a more fitting business to kick things off. â€ïž
Please welcome Arrowhead Lodge in Milton as our very first Retail & Craft Beer Bar Member!
This one is especially close to home for the VBA. Arrowhead Lodge co-owner Lauren worked at the VBA before opening the Lodge with her husband, Nick, in February 2020. Our Executive Director, Emma, worked part-time at the Lodge until just a few months ago. And, because apparently the VBAâArrowhead connections run deep, our very own VBA President is Mug Club Member #1. đș
Nick and Lauren opened Arrowhead Lodge as a place for people to gather, engage, and connect over local craft beverages, lite fare, and unique events. Just five weeks later, the pandemic changed everything BUT with the support of their community, they made it through and built the welcoming gathering place Arrowhead is today.
Their commitment to supporting fellow Vermonters is at the heart of what makes this partnership such a natural fit. A visit to Arrowhead supports not only a small business in Milton, but Vermont brewers, vintners, cider makers, farmers, producers, and makers from across the state.
Weâre incredibly excited to welcome Arrowhead Lodge into the VBA in this new way and we have a feeling theyâre just the beginning. đ»
Welcome to the VBA, Arrowhead Lodge!
đ Milton, Vermont