King Arthur Baking Company dates back to 1790 and is one of the oldest companies associated with Vermont, though its history began outside the state.
King Arthur dates back to 1790, making it one of the oldest companies associated with Vermont, although its history began outside the state.
Iconic Vermont Brands: The Businesses That Help Define the Green Mountain State
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Made in Vermont
What makes Vermont's identity so recognizable? As a marketer and longtime Vermonter, I'm fascinated by the businesses that have helped shape our state's reputation. From Cabot and Ben & Jerry's to Darn Tough, Simon Pearce and Farmhouse Pottery, here are 12 Vermont brands I admire and what makes them stand out.
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Southern Vermont
Look for the giant Bigfoot along Route 30 in Dummerston and you'll find a tiny roadside coffee stand serving maple lattes, espresso drinks and donut waffles from a former Vermont ski area.
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Activities
Bromley Mountain is home to Vermont's last operating Alpine Slide and North America's first triple-tracked slide. Stretching two-thirds of a mile down the mountain, this classic Southern Vermont attraction is one summer tradition worth experiencing again and again.
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