Showcasing Maryland’s Craft Beverage Culture—All in One App
The MD Craft Beverages app, developed in partnership with Cultivate and Craft and powered by Local Explorers, is Maryland’s first statewide mobile guide dedicated to craft beer, wine, and spirits. By bringing together three vibrant beverage sectors under one unified platform, the app promotes local producers, boosts tourism, and encourages consumers to explore Maryland’s rich craft beverage scene in an engaging and interactive way.
With its sleek design and section-based navigation, MD Craft Beverages helps users discover hidden gems, plan tastings, and earn rewards—all while supporting Maryland’s small and independent makers.
🔧 Key Features & Deliverables:
✅ Three Distinct Beverage Sections
Users can explore Craft Beer, Wine, and Spirits categories independently, making it easy to tailor their experience based on personal preferences or explore all that Maryland has to offer.
✅ Interactive Map & Directory
Searchable and geolocated listings of breweries, wineries, and distilleries, complete with key info like hours, offerings, and directions—streamlining the trip-planning process.
✅ Digital Passport & Rewards System
Gamified check-ins allow users to collect digital stamps as they visit different locations, unlocking milestones and earning branded prizes and merch along the way.
✅ Events, Promotions & Featured Producers
Producers can promote their latest releases, tasting events, and seasonal happenings, while users stay connected to what’s new across the state.
✅ Statewide Collaboration & Economic Impact
The app supports Cultivate and Craft’s broader mission of driving economic development through craft beverage tourism by connecting consumers directly to local businesses.
MD Craft Beverages, powered by Local Explorers, demonstrates the power of a unified digital experience that respects the unique identity of each craft sector while offering users a seamless and rewarding way to explore them all. By bridging beer, wine, and spirits into one mobile trail, we helped Cultivate and Craft elevate Maryland’s status as a premier destination for craft beverage lovers.
Case Stories and Press Releases
Case Story: Incorporating Three Differently Branded Passport Programs into One App for Grow & Fortify – Local Explorers
Press Release: Coming Soon!
