Maryland Distillers Guild

Spirits Of Maryland: Southern Maryland
2026-01-31 12:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | PAX River Naval Air Museum, 22156 Three Notch Rd, Lexington Park, MD, 20653, United States
Celebrate Maryland’s distilling heritage at the Spirits of Maryland: Southern Maryland pop-up tasting event!
Hosted inside the PAX River Naval Air Museum, this one-of-a-kind experience pairs local spirits with local history, featuring award-winning whiskeys, rums, vodkas, gins, and more — all made right here in Maryland.
Start your day with Whiskey University’s educational seminar, Maryland’s Whiskey Legacy. From 12:00–1:00 pm, attendees will explore the state’s historic role in shaping America’s whiskey industry and discover how Maryland’s distillers are fueling a modern revival.
Then, enjoy one of two tasting sessions:
Early Session: 1:00–3:00 pm
➜ VIP Access: 1:00–1:30 pm
➜ General Admission: 1:30–3:00 pm
Late Session: 3:30–5:30 pm
➜ VIP Access: 3:30–4:00 pm
➜ General Admission: 4:00–5:30 pm
VIP guests enjoy early entry and additional time to meet the makers. Complimentary snacks will be provided for all guests, and bottles from attending distilleries will be available for purchase.
$5 Non-Drinker Tickets are available for designated drivers and guests who wish to shop or enjoy the atmosphere without sampling spirits.
BUY TICKETS HERE

PARTICIPATING DISTILLERIES
➜ Baltimore Spirits Co.
➜ Covalent Spirits
➜ Ego Organic Vodka
➜ Fordham Lee Distillery
➜ GRAY WOLF® SPIRITS
➜ Los Hermanos Tequila
➜ LYON RUM
➜ McClintock Distilling Company
➜ Old Line Spirits
➜ Pathfinder Farm Distillery
➜ Rosie Cheeks Distillery
➜ Sagamore Spirit
➜ Scotty’s Vodka
➜ Shmidt Spirits
➜ Tenth Ward Distilling Co.
➜ Tobacco Barn Distillery
➜ Triplestone Brandy
➜ True Standard Distilling
➜ Wandering Wolf Distillery presented by Far Eastern Shore Winery
MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND
The following lodging partners are proud to offer exclusive event rates for Spirits of Maryland attendees, making it easy to turn your tasting experience into a relaxing getaway. Extend your stay to explore nearby attractions like Solomons Island’s scenic waterfront, historic St. Mary’s City, and the Chesapeake Bay’s vibrant dining scene.
➜ Hampton Inn Lexington Park

Rate: $119.00/night, plus taxes & fees
To book with Hampton Inn Lexington Park, CLICK HERE.
Event pricing available for January 30 & 31, 2026 bookings. Reservations must be made by December 31, 2025.

➜ Home2 Suites by Hilton Lexington Park Patuxent NAS

Rate: $129.00/night, plus taxes & fees
To book with Home2 Suites by Hilton Lexington Park Patuxent NAS, CLICK HERE.
Event pricing available for January 30 & 31, 2026 bookings. Reservations must be made by January 15, 2026.

➜ The Inn at Leonardtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Rate: $135.00/night, plus taxes & fees
To book with the Inn at Leonardtown, CLICK HERE.
Event pricing available for January 30 & 31, 2026 bookings. Reservations must be made by December 31, 2025.

➜ LaQuinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lexington Park – Patuxent

Rate: $89.00/night, plus taxes & fees
To book with LaQuinta Inn & Suites, CLICK HERE.
Event pricing available for January 31, 2026 bookings. Reservations must be made by December 31, 2025.

➜ TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lexington Park Patuxent River Naval Air Station

Rate: $124.00/night, plus taxes & fees
To book with TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lexington Park Patuxent River Naval Air Station, CLICK HERE.
Event pricing available for January 30 & 31, 2026 bookings. Reservations must be made by December 31, 2025.

EVENT PARTNERS
Spirits of Maryland: Southern Maryland is hosted by the PAX River Naval Air Museum and made possible through partnerships between the Maryland Distillers Guild, the Maryland Department of Commerce, Visit St. Mary’s County, and the St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce.
Learn more about the Spirits Of Maryland event series, including Spirits of Maryland: Southern Maryland, HERE.
