Corks and Caps Brings Home Two Statewide Tourism Awards Adapted from an Orange County Press Release Issued April 23, 2026 Orange County Tourism has something to celebrate! This year, our Corks and Caps beverage passport program earned two honors from the Virginia Association of Destination Marketing Organizations (VADMO). The program was recognized for both its print materials and its innovative approach to agritourism, culinary tourism, and craft beverages.
If you’ve taken part in Corks and Caps before, you already know why it stood out. Each summer, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, participants use a “passport” to explore Orange County’s wineries and breweries—collecting stamps, tasting local flavors, and meeting the people behind our craft beverages. What started as a simple way to highlight local tasting rooms has become a popular summer tradition for visitors and residents.
But the program is about more than great drinks. Corks and Caps celebrates the stories behind each stop: the vineyards rooted in local history, the brewers experimenting with homegrown hops, and the deep commitment to quality that runs throughout our county. It showcases the blend of heritage and creativity that makes Orange County such a special place to explore. “It is particularly gratifying to receive this state-level recognition of our annual Corks and Caps program,” said Julie Perry, Director of Orange County Economic Development & Tourism. “We created Corks and Caps several years ago to highlight the plethora of noteworthy and award-winning craft beverage businesses in Orange County. This double recognition by VADMO is a strong endorsement of the effort and our outstanding partners. We would also like to thank K Art and Design for their extraordinary creative support for this campaign.” To find more ways to explore Orange County, from events to local attractions, visit visitorangevirginia.com or stop by the Visitor Center at 122 East Main Street, Orange, VA.
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