Where to Find a Huckleberry Cocktail in Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park is at the top of every Montana bucket list, and for good reason. A million acres of peaks, glacial lakes, and the unbeatable view on Going to the Sun Road, where every bend reveals new beauty and massive mountain views that make you feel like you're on top of the world. If you're headed up this summer, here's your guide to where to find Montana-made huckleberry cocktails and non-alcoholic huckleberry seltzer in the park. We're a little giddy about it, so bear with us!
Baddie Bevs are on the menu at three Glacier lodges this season, and Huckleberry Crush is the star of the show, literally in its natural habitat. Huckleberry is the flavor people travel here to taste, and now you can have a Huckleberry Crush while your boots are still dusty from the trail.
Are There Huckleberries In Glacier National Park?
Yes! Huckleberries grow wild all over Glacier National Park, on sunny mountain slopes, along trails, and up in the high country from roughly mid-July through early September, depending on elevation and how the summer's gone.
Here's the thing about huckleberries that surprises visitors: you can't farm them. Nobody has figured out how to domesticate the wild huckleberry, so every single berry is hand-picked from the mountains where it grows wild and free. That's why huckleberry cocktails and huckleberry seltzer taste like a treasure.
Here's what you need to know about picking them in the park. Glacier lets you pick huckleberries for personal use, up to one quart per person per day, and commercial picking isn't allowed. You also won't be the only one out there picking, because bears feed in these same patches all summer long. Grizzlies and black bears love huckleberries as much as we do, so carry bear spray and read up on bear safety before you head out.
So you can taste a wild huckleberry in Glacier if you time it right and you're willing to hunt for it, or you can pull up a stool at one of the lodges and let us do the picking.
Baddie Huckleberry Crush Is Now On Select Menus In Glacier
This is the part we've been excited to share. Baddie Bevs are officially on the menu at three Glacier National Park lodges this summer, ready to enjoy after a long hike in the mountains.
"Glacier is one of the most iconic places in the world, and it just so happens to be in our backyard," says Scott MacIntyre, founder of Badlander Beverages. "Being on the menu at three of the lodges this summer is a milestone we don't take lightly."
For a local Montana company, getting our canned cocktails into Glacier is the kind of thing we daydream about, and it captures the whole idea behind a Baddie. You can enjoy a delicious cocktail out on an adventure and recycle the can when you're done. Here's where to find us.
Nell's at Swiftcurrent (Many Glacier)
Opening Monday, June 8.
Many Glacier is the showstopper, a valley of jagged peaks and alpine lakes on the east side of the park that hikers and sit-and-starers fall for in equal measure. Nell's at Swiftcurrent is where you land after a day on the Grinnell Glacier Trail or a paddle around Swiftcurrent Lake, and a Huckleberry Crush at the end of that kind of day hits just right.
Two Dog Flats Grill at Rising Sun (Going to the Sun Road)
Opening Friday, June 11.
Rising Sun sits right along Going to the Sun Road on the east side near St. Mary Lake, which makes Two Dog Flats the natural halfway pause when the drive has worn you out in the best way. Pull in, stretch your legs, and let the Huckleberry Crush do the rest.
Jammer Joe's at Lake McDonald
Opening Saturday, June 12.
Over on the West Side, Lake McDonald is famous for those colorful pebbles glowing under the clearest water you've ever seen in Lake McDonald. Jammer Joe's takes its name from the historic red "jammer" buses that have toured the park for nearly a century, and it's the casual, family-friendly pick at this end. You'll understand the love affair pretty quickly.
Three lodges, three openings, all within a week of each other in early June. However you map out your Glacier trip this summer, there's a good chance a huckleberry is waiting for you somewhere on the route.
Prefer Non-Alcoholic? Badlander Huckleberry Seltzer Water Is a Must-Try Beverage
A huckleberry cocktail is a beautiful thing, and it isn't right for every moment or every person. You might be driving Going to the Sun Road, or three miles into a hike, or traveling with a kid in the backseat and a friend who doesn't partake. We thought about all of that.
Badlander Seltzer is our non-alcoholic sparkling water, made with that same Rocky Mountain water and the same huckleberry we love. It's the easy carry for the trail, the road, and the moments you want to remember clearly, with the same flavor that defines this place, none of the alcohol, and all ages welcome.
You can find Badlander Seltzer in the park at West Glacier Mercantile, Eddie's Grocery in Apgar Village, and the Lake McDonald Camp Store. Grab a few on your way in and keep them cold for the trail.
If you came to Montana for the huckleberry and you're keeping it alcohol-free, this is the one to grab, so pack a few for the cooler before you head into the park.
What Drinks Are You Offering in Glacier Park This Year?
The huckleberry is our headliner up here, and it travels with good company. On the Baddies side you'll find the Montana Mule, our take on a classic born from the mining-town mule tradition out of Butte and built on a properly spicy ginger ale, alongside the Margarita that does the tequila-drink job with none of the fuss, and the Whiskey Ginger for anyone who wants more backbone in the glass. Each one is a real Montana-made canned cocktail, formulated to taste like something a good bartender would hand you, because that's exactly where Scott learned to make them.
If you're keeping it alcohol-free, the seltzer comes in three flavors worth knowing. Huckleberry is the one most people reach for, and Prickly Pear and Orange round it out, all made with that same Rocky Mountain water and ready for the trail, the cooler, or the drive.
If it's your first Baddie and you're standing in Glacier, get the Huckleberry Crush. Trust us on this one.
Where to Find Each Drink in Glacier
Here's the quick rundown so you know exactly where to go.
Baddie Bevs (21+ canned cocktails) are on the menu at three lodge restaurants:
- Nell's at Swiftcurrent, Many Glacier (opens June 8)
- Two Dog Flats Grill at Rising Sun, Going to the Sun Road (opens June 11)
- Jammer Joe's at Lake McDonald (opens June 12)
Badlander Seltzer (non-alcoholic, all ages) is stocked at three park retail spots:
- West Glacier Mercantile
- Eddie's Grocery, Apgar Village
- Lake McDonald Camp Store
Bring Glacier Home With You
You'll be back home in a few weeks, the tan will fade, and one evening you'll be standing in your kitchen thinking about that Huckleberry Crush you enjoyed by the lake. We've heard from a lot of people after they leave the park, and the good news is you don't have to wait for your next Montana trip to relive the Montana magic! We ship Baddie Bevs to 35 states where permitted, and we ship Badlander Seltzer to all 48 continental US states, so you can order Montana huckleberry drinks online and have a taste of that Glacier afternoon show up at your door.
And if you're still in the state, find Baddies and Badlander Seltzer at a store near you. Both are stocked across Montana at Lucky Lil's, Magic Diamond, Town Pump, and many state liquor stores.
Whether you're sipping one lakeside at Lake McDonald or back home missing the mountains, we're just happy the huckleberry found you. Cheers to a summer in Glacier!
Want to learn more about the berry that started it all? Read up on the wild Montana huckleberry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there huckleberries in Glacier National Park?
Yes. Huckleberries grow wild throughout Glacier National Park, mostly on mountain slopes and in the high country, and they typically ripen from mid-July through early September. Huckleberries can't be farmed or domesticated, so every berry is hand-picked. Visitors may pick up to one quart per person per day for personal use, and commercial picking is not allowed in the park.
Where can I buy a huckleberry cocktail in Glacier National Park?
Baddie Bevs canned cocktails, including the Huckleberry Crush, are on the menu at three Glacier National Park lodges in summer 2026: Nell's at Swiftcurrent in Many Glacier (opening June 8), Two Dog Flats Grill at Rising Sun on Going to the Sun Road (opening June 11), and Jammer Joe's at Lake McDonald (opening June 12).
Is there a non-alcoholic huckleberry option in the park?
Yes. Badlander Seltzer is a non-alcoholic sparkling water made with real Montana huckleberry and Rocky Mountain water. It comes in three flavors: Huckleberry, Prickly Pear, and Orange. It's all ages and a great option for the trail, the drive, or anyone not drinking. You can find it in the park at West Glacier Mercantile, Eddie's Grocery in Apgar Village, and the Lake McDonald Camp Store.
What does a Montana huckleberry taste like?
Huckleberry tastes deeper and tarter than a blueberry, with a more complex flavor that's hard to describe until you've had one. Because it only grows wild in the mountains of Western Montana, Northern Idaho, and the surrounding Northwest, it's a flavor most people can only find in this region.
Can you pick huckleberries in Glacier National Park?
Yes, for personal use. Glacier National Park permits huckleberry picking up to one quart per person per day. Commercial harvesting is prohibited. Remember that bears feed heavily on huckleberries, so carry bear spray, stay alert, and give wildlife plenty of space.
Can I order Badlander huckleberry drinks if I don't live in Montana?
Yes. We ship Baddie Bevs to 35 states where permitted, and we ship Badlander Seltzer to all 48 continental US states. You can order online and see where we ship, so you can keep some Montana on hand after your trip. Baddies are 21+.
Baddies are 21+ please enjoy responsibly. Seltzer is all ages and non-alcoholic!