Green Mountain Bottle Rdmptn

Recycling Center in Rutland, Vermont

📍 1 Scale Ave Building 5, Rutland, VT 05701
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📞 +1 802-773-8707 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Green Mountain Bottle Redemption operates a drive-up window at 1 Scale Ave, Building 5 in Rutland where Vermont consumers can redeem deposit bottles and cans for instant cash payment.

What this location Accepts

✓ Beer cans and bottles (Vermont deposit, 5¢)
✓ Malt beverages / hard seltzer cans and bottles (Vermont deposit, 5¢)
✓ Pre-mixed spirits cocktail containers (Vermont deposit, 5¢)
✓ Carbonated soft drink bottles and cans (Vermont deposit, 5¢)
✓ Sparkling water / carbonated juice containers (Vermont deposit, 5¢)
✓ Liquor and spirits bottles over 50 mL (Vermont deposit, 15¢)

What they do not accept

✕ Wine and hard cider containers (not covered by Vermont bottle bill)
✕ Non-carbonated beverages (plain water, juice, milk)
✕ Pouches and cartons (removed from coverage July 1, 2026)
✕ Containers larger than 3 liters
✕ Containers purchased outside Vermont
✕ Broken or dirty containers

Programs & events

  • Vermont bottle deposit redemption — Certified redemption center under Vermont's Bottle Bill. Accepts all covered beverage containers purchased in Vermont for the standard 5-cent deposit (15 cents for liquor/spirits). Drive-up window for convenience.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Green Mountain Bottle Redemption in Rutland accept wine bottles or water bottles?

No. Vermont's bottle bill does not cover wine, hard cider, plain water, milk, or non-carbonated juices. The redemption center accepts only containers with a Vermont deposit — primarily beer, carbonated soft drinks, sparkling water, malt beverages, hard seltzer, pre-mixed spirits cocktails, and liquor/spirits (over 50 mL).

How much do I get per bottle or can at Green Mountain Bottle Redemption?

The standard Vermont bottle deposit is $0.05 per container for beer, soda, malt beverages, and similar drinks. Liquor and spirits containers (over 50 mL) carry a $0.15 deposit. You receive the full deposit amount in cash at the drive-up window.

Can I redeem pouches or cartons with a Vermont deposit at this center?

No. As of July 1, 2026, pouches and cartons were removed from Vermont's bottle bill coverage. The law now covers only bottles, cans, and jars. If you have older pouches or cartons with a Vermont deposit printed on them, check with the center directly by calling (802) 773-8707.

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Contact & Location

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Address
1 Scale Ave Building 5, Rutland, VT 05701
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City / State
Rutland, Vermont

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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