I was strolling the scenic route from the queer city of Hudson to the artsy village of Rhinebeck when serendipity pulled me off the road and straight into Farm & Bottle by Cooper’s Daughter Spirits. The new Red Hook shop on a restored apple orchard feels like a portal into Hudson Valley craft culture, so I did what I do best—started shooting and documenting for my readers.
Farm & Bottle by Cooper’s Daughter: Red Hook’s New Playground for Spirits, Barware, and Hudson Valley Goodness – Hudson Valley Mixology Adventures with Maxwell Alexander
Inside, the shelves read like poetry: silky Black Walnut Bourbon, campfire-kissed Smoked Maple Bourbon, citrus-bright Buddha’s Hand Vodka, blushing Rhubarb & Honey Vodka, and seasonal temptations that keep the party interesting. The bottle I carried out like a love letter? Rose Liqueur, made with rose petals from the farm next door. Consider my Mixology Series officially leveled up.
But this isn’t just a bottle shop—it’s a lifestyle moment. Alongside Cooper’s Daughter’s small-batch spirits are natural wines, craft beers, and ciders curated with care. For the grazer in all of us, there’s cheese, charcuterie, local meats, and snack pairings ready to build your dream board. A dessert nook tempts with locally baked tarts, s’mores kits, and gelato—perfect for your next Hudson Valley gathering.
And the details matter: I spotted Scottish shortbread, the heat-sweet Mike’s Hot Honey, and Hudson Valley’s own SallyeAnder lineup from Beacon with their cult-favorite No-Bite-Me Soap and Hogwash. Perfect companions whether you’re mixing cocktails or hiking trails.
For the home bar, the shop stocks serious mixology alchemy—Hawthorne and julep strainers, weighted bar spoons, and handsome barware that turns stirring into ritual. If you’re already a fan (you will be), grab the black Cooper’s Daughter tee and wear it to your next backyard tasting. The Red Hook location sits conveniently on Route 9, making it an easy stop on any “things to do in Hudson Valley” itinerary—especially for shoppers plotting a Rhinebeck day trip or a Hudson weekend getaway.
News you can use: the shop is now open Thursday through Monday, 10am–6pm, and there’s a celebratory moment on the horizon. Join the grand opening and ribbon cutting hosted by the Dutchess County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, August 28 at 5:30pm. It’s the kind of community-forward event that defines Hudson Valley tourism right now—local makers, small-batch spirits, and scenic-farm vibes all in one stylish stop. While you’re there, pick up a fresh copy of Hudson Valley Style Magazine—print editions are available on-site for purchase.
Follow the spirit journey on Instagram at @coopersdaughterspirits. For more Hudson Valley flavor and mixology adventures, hang with us at @hudsonvalleystylemag.
P.S. You’ve met the spirits—now meet the mystery. Who is the daughter behind Cooper’s Daughter Spirits? Consider this your breadcrumb trail of rose petals: we’re tracing the story back to Sophie Newsome—master cooper’s kin, orchard restorer, flavor storyteller—and we’ll pour that profile soon.
