Seven drink stops in Gettysburg, with history built in. The professional guide keeps things organized and ties each pour to the town’s past with well researched history, so it does not feel like you are just hopping between tasting rooms. It also runs as a small group experience, capped at 15, with a mobile ticket you can pull up on your phone.

I like that the tour moves at a steady pace, with about 17 minutes per stop, so you get variety without turning it into a full-day crawl. Another plus is that the admissions at each stop are listed as free, which helps you control cost since you are mainly paying for what you choose to drink.

One big consideration, especially if you expect a beer-only brewery marathon, is that this stops at multiple beverage types and the drink tastings are not included in the price. Also, seating can be tight at some places, so plan on standing and be ready for possible lines for samples.

Key things to know before you go

• Small group, 15 max: easier conversation with the guide and less waiting than big bus tours.
• Admission is free, drinks are not: you are covering access and story, not the pours.
• About 2 hours total: you hit seven locations with roughly 17 minutes each.
• Not beer-only: expect mead, wine, cider, and beer, plus a museum stop.
• Expect standing for tastings: some locations may have limited seating and longer tasting lines.

How this 2-hour walking tour actually plays out

This tour is built for people who want a lot of Gettysburg flavor in a short window. It starts at 2:00 pm at 452 Baltimore St, then ends at Blue & Gray Bar & Grill at 2 Baltimore St. The pacing is brisk, with each stop running about 17 minutes, so you should treat it like a fast tasting sampler rather than a slow sit-down experience.

I also like the straightforward format: you get a guide, you get the story, then you have a set amount of time to taste on your own. That structure helps you decide what you genuinely want to buy, instead of feeling pressured to sip everything.

One practical note that matters more than it sounds: parking. Do not park in Brickhouse Inn parking during the tour. That lot is reserved for overnight guests, and cars can be towed, but there are other parking options on the side streets behind the inn and on the main street.

Price and value: what $87 includes (and what it does not)

At $87 per person for about two hours, you are paying for the guide and the guided history, plus access to the stops where admissions are listed as free. The price does not include drinks, and the guide tip is also not included. So your final cost depends on how many tastings and how much you order at each location.

This is where the value math gets personal. If you buy one small pour at each stop, you will likely spend much less than if you keep upgrading to flights, bigger servings, or additional bottles. The tour works best if you treat it like a guided menu, then circle back later in town for the items you loved.

Also, since most stops run on a tight clock, bring cash and a card you can use quickly. You are moving, and you do not want your payment to become the thing that eats your 17 minutes.

Stop-by-stop plan in Gettysburg (and what to look for)

You will move through a mix of beverage makers and one Civil War era museum site. The guiding theme is how alcohol culture fits into Gettysburg, from early tavern life to modern craft producers.

Stop 1: Dawg Gone Bees, honey mead with old-tech vibes

Dawg Gone Bees focuses on meadery-style honey wines inspired by ancient brewing techniques. This is a smart first stop because honey-based drinks often taste different from beer and cider, so your palate wakes up fast.

What I like here is the concept, honey as the star ingredient and fermentation done with patience, not just speed. Expect the tasting to help you understand the tour’s variety, then you can decide if you want to go sweeter, drier, or more complex with your next purchases.

Potential drawback: mead can skew toward sweeter flavors depending on the blend, so if you only like crisp, dry drinks, you might want to ask what is driest before you order anything.

Stop 2: Witness Tree, oak-aged stout and smoked porter energy

Witness Tree is the craft beer stop, and it leans into bolder styles. The tour description points to oak-aged stouts and smoked porters, which should feel more intense after a honey mead start.

This is the kind of stop where it helps to slow down by just a notch. Even with limited time, you can pay attention to how the oak affects the body and how smoke shows up in the finish. If you love darker beer, this is likely one of your best bets on the crawl.

Potential drawback: if you are chasing only light lagers or super-hoppy IPAs, you may not find your dream beer here. The style list leans dark and smoky.

Stop 3: Shriver House Museum, Civil War tavern culture in the middle of it

This stop shifts from tasting room to story. The Shriver House Museum shares the wartime struggles of the Shriver family and also connects you to Civil War era tavern culture, including a saloon that operated in the basement when locals gathered over spirits.

I find this stop important because it gives context to why alcohol shows up so often in Gettysburg. It is not just about drinking for fun, it is also about social life, community gatherings, and the way everyday comforts worked during chaotic times.

Potential drawback: a museum stop can change the pace. If you are short on patience for exhibits or prefer purely commercial tasting rooms, you might wish this segment was shorter or more directly tied to what you can sample.

Stop 4: J&P Winery, Pennsylvania fruit and red wine with a modern twist

J&P Winery brings the wine side of the tour, with bold reds and sweet fruit wines. The notes specifically call out options like a dry merlot and peach wine, which tells you the range goes from classic grape to fruit-forward flavors.

This stop is useful because wine gives you a different tasting structure than beer. If you enjoy fruitiness, this is often where your palate starts picking up flavors you may miss in darker beers.

Potential drawback: if your idea of a brew tour is beer only, this stop can feel like a curveball. The upside is that variety is the point here, and wine can be a refreshing reset before cider or the final bar.

Stop 5: Ploughman Cider Taproom, local orchard apples in small batches

Ploughman’s cider is built from local orchards and handled in small batches. The description highlights blends that range from crisp and refreshing to deep and complex, basically a spectrum of apple character.

If you want a breather in the middle of the tour, cider is often the sweet spot. It sits between wine and beer in terms of flavor intensity, and it can feel lighter after stouts or sweeter meads.

What to look for: ask for the style that matches your mood today. If you want something easy to drink, choose crisp. If you are chasing depth, go complex.

Stop 6: Lincoln Square, where taverns and modern pours share the same streets

Lincoln Square is the town center stop, and it functions like a living backdrop. The tour describes a place where stories and drinks have long flowed, from historic taverns soldiers may have frequented to today’s breweries and wineries.

This is not a tasting room stop in the usual sense, so treat it like a guided pause. You can use it to reset your expectations, grab water if you need it, and look at how Gettysburg’s layout supports both old and new.

Potential drawback: it is harder to gauge exactly what you will get out of this segment if you are expecting a formal tasting. The value here is the setting and the story, not a specific beverage menu.

Stop 7: Blue & Gray Bar & Grill, end with a real meal option

The tour finishes at Blue & Gray Bar & Grill, with the explicit promise of ending your tour with a drink there. Since the earlier stops are mixed beverage types, this final stop is a great place to order a beer if that is what you are most excited about, or keep tasting in the direction you liked most.

The description also calls it a Gettysburg staple with a strong craft beer selection, and it suggests you may find both Civil War-themed brews and modern IPAs. As a practical matter, a bar and grill ending spot is useful because you can order something more substantial if you do not want to graze.

Potential drawback: this is where people sometimes linger. If you are trying to catch dinner somewhere else, plan ahead so you do not lose time.

The biggest decision: drinks are on you

Because drinks are not included, you are effectively making the choices. That is not bad. It just means you should go in with a plan.

If you want the best value, do this:

• Start with one tasting you are curious about at each stop
• Only upgrade to larger pours if you truly love that first sip
• Keep an eye on what you order so one expensive stop does not blow up the budget

The negative feedback that matters most is about the tasting experience itself. Some stops may have limited seating, and tastings can involve standing and line waits. In plain terms, do not assume you will sit down comfortably every time. Wear shoes you can stand in, and keep your expectations flexible on sample size and wait times.

The tradeoff is that a guided crawl like this can still feel fun and efficient, as long as you treat it as a sampler. If you show up expecting a sit-down tasting class with zero waiting, you may feel frustrated when space or timing is tight.

Small group energy, guide-led history, and the peace of a set route

With a maximum of 15 travelers, the tour has a manageable feel. You are not fighting crowds, and the guide can keep conversations going without losing track of the group.

The best part is the way the guide connects the beverage stops to Gettysburg’s story. The Shriver House Museum segment, the mention of tavern culture, and the Lincoln Square stop help you understand why people drank, where they drank, and how the town’s culture shaped the era.

I also like that the guide is described as professional and courteous, and the history is described as well researched. You can feel that kind of care in how tours like this run, even when you are moving fast between stops.

Who should book this tour, and who should skip it

This works well if you like variety and you want a guided story around drinks. It is also a good fit if you want to explore multiple local producers without doing separate planning for each place.

You may want to choose a different option if your goal is strictly beer and you dislike wine, mead, or cider. The name suggests beer-focused hopping, but the actual lineup includes wine, honey mead, cider, and beer, plus a museum and a central square.

Also note the age guidance: it is not recommended for travelers under 21. If anyone in your group is near that cutoff, confirm you are comfortable with the restriction before you lock it in.

Quick practical checklist

• Show up at 452 Baltimore St before 2:00 pm so you do not feel rushed.
• Expect about two hours total and about 17 minutes per stop.
• Bring a credit card and some cash for drinks since they are not included.
• Plan to stand during tastings in some locations.
• Do not park in Brickhouse Inn parking. Use nearby side streets or main street lots instead.
• If you use public transport, the tour is listed as near public transportation.

Should you book the Gettysburg American Brew Tour?

If you want a short, guide-led tasting route that mixes mead, wine, cider, and craft beer with Civil War era context, this is a solid choice. The value is strongest when you keep your drink orders intentional, since the admissions are free but drinks are not.

If you want a beer-only brewery tour with lots of seated tastings and minimal waiting, this may not match your expectations. The tour is built for variety, and the clock moves fast, so go in ready to stand, sample, and decide what is worth paying for at each stop.

FAQ

How long is the Gettysburg American Brew Tour by Junket?

The tour runs for about 2 hours.

What is the price per person?

It is $87.00 per person.

Where do I meet, and where does the tour end?

The start is at 452 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325. The tour ends at Blue & Gray Bar & Grill at 2 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325.

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 2:00 pm.

Is the tour only for beer lovers?

No. The stops include a meadery, a craft brewery, a winery, a cider taproom, a museum stop, and a final bar and grill, so you should expect more than just beer.

Are drinks included in the tour price?

No. Drinks are not included in the tour price.

Do I need to tip the guide?

A guide tip is not included.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund if you cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience’s start time.

Is parking available near the meeting point?

You are advised not to park in Brickhouse Inn parking because it is reserved for overnight guests and cars can be towed. There are parking spaces on side streets behind the inn and on the main street.