We love it here! The…read moreatmosphere is very cool a big garage filled with beautiful plants a lovely fire pit lots of games and comfy alcove seating. The seltzers are not my favorite, but they do accommodate the non-Beer drinking crowd. The two times we have been there. I have opted for slushies as well, which have been fun and beautiful. The service is always great. It is counter service, which at times can get busy, but we have gone early in the day during both of our visits which has been steady but not too busy. Although I prefer my bars to be adult only locations, this spot does tend to have families come out to it.

I typically dislike seltzers BUT I would definitely go back. Besides the beautiful interior and…read moreplethora of comfy seating, the drinks were really good. I forget the proper name for it but the one that's flavor is based off a Baja blast from Taco Bell is a must try

Pownal Maine might not have a lot going on, but what it has is always terrific. Just 10 minutes…read morefrom downtown Freeport, on a quaint country road, is the farmhouse and cider house of David Buchanan. David uses heirloom cider apples, crabapples, and other berries to create an amazing hard ciders. These ciders are dry and delicious, with complex flavors and very little sweetness. They are unlike the ciders that are nationally available in bottles. Portsfield Cider's cider house is open to the public from 2:00-5:30. There are about 5 tables, set up nicely with fresh flowers. David serves flights of four of his ciders, or you can get half flights. He also has excellent snack plates with cheese, humus, a wonderful olive spread, and crackers. We asked lots of questions and David was very patient in answering them with a clear pride in his craft. If you love cider, or if you are a novice like me, you will be pleased if you take the time to visit Portsfield Cider.

This was a great find! It was on my list of always wanting to go cider tasting. The owner made it…read moresuch an amazing experience for us. Such a quaint place. He really explains and give details on his cider and how he makes it. You can tell this is a passion for him. The cheese is a MUST! The quality is incredible! I wish I could have packed some of that up as well to take home, but it wouldn't have made it. Everything is local and organic. You can taste the difference. The cider is quality so if you are use to drinking angry orchard this is not the place for you. This is QUALITY cider. The best I've ever had by far! Also, you'll be greeted by several friendly chickens. We couldn't get enough of these lovely girls! Make sure to go online and get a reservation asap!

can't recommend this place enough…read more incredible views, wine, ciders, and drinking/viewig area. didn't get the cider donuts, only regret. Thanks for an amazing time. Service on 6/20/2026 was amazing. Incredibly kind lady.

This spot produces Ricker Hill hard cider and those ciders were some of the first hard ciders I…read moretried many years ago. Despite that, this was my first actual visit to their tasting room. It's very much off the beaten path but an absolute worthy spot of taking a detour for! The dirt roads were very well maintained though I must say. Once you arrive they have a giant parking lot and then once inside you step into a beautifully designed rustic space. If the weather is nice they have some absolutely stunning views you can take in outside while enjoying your beverage. During our visit, I will say a large portion of the space was in use for a party/event. Despite this the staff were very warm and welcoming to our party and even tried to create a private lounge like space for us. I very much appreciated the effort they put to make us feel welcome. I wish the weather would have been a little nicer to enjoy outside! I got their vanilla hard cider while my wife got their blueberry hard cider. Both were phenomenal. They also offer flights for only $10 and even have suggestions for some mixing of ciders including a fan favorite mix of blueberry and maple to create a blueberry pancake. I have had this blend previously and it is amazing! A spot worth adding to your list to visit for the breath-taking views and delicious drinks!

We went for the cider donuts and we were not disappointed. I don't think I've had any others that…read morecan beat theirs. The farm is gorgeous, apple trees are healthy and the apples are huuuuge!! PB4UGO because they only have port o potties which are always gross

We love this farm for apple picking, hard cider and their apple cider donuts. There are containers…read morewhen you first walk up and great signage for where to pick apples. Pay by the pound at the farm stand once you're done, and then get in line for apple cider and donuts. The best donuts and hard cider around.

As an extreme cider enthusiast, I was excited to happen upon this cider bar on a trip to Belfast…read more As others have pointed out, there is only cider available. No beer, no wine, no cocktails. As someone who loves cider, this is a draw for me, not a hindrance. There are a range of ciders available, some reasonably priced, others rather expensive. However like wine, there are different reasons for pricing, so I wouldn't knock them on selling a higher end product. If you went to a wine bar or a craft beer bar would you complain that they carry top-shelf wine/beer? I would say you should expect craft beer prices, as that these are craft cider. Think smaller batches created by craft brewers, not mass produced by a major beer/alcohol manufacturer. You won't find a Magners here for $3. I enjoy the flight option they have, which I think is roughly $9 and you can choose from a decent sized list of ciders. It's the equivalent of ordering a single drink, but you can get a sample of some of the higher priced ciders before committing to a full size. It can open your eyes to the different flavors and complexities that can be found in cider, and not just the over the top apple juice sweetness of more mass produced ciders. The bartenders are all quite knowledgeable and very enthusiastic. They are very helpful if you are trying to pick out a cider that aligns to your tastes. In regards to the food, I have only tried some of the appetizers so I can't speak for any of the meals. I was mostly drawn to the appetizers due to the interesting ingredients. I'm not sure how many people have eaten spruce tips, but it was a first for me. The portions are definitely small for the cost, however I imagine you might order these on a special night out. They aren't a pub trying to serve pub food. I definitely will be back the next time I am in the area!

Definitely worth checking out. Nice place to socialize on your own or with a group. Very large…read morebar and several tables make for a friendly experience. Love the fact that you climb down a flight of stairs to enter, makes the experience a bit like a speakeasy! We were a group of four and I was the cider novice so Chris selected a flight for me to start with. He is extremely knowledgeable and this way I got to taste all different kinds. We also ordered several different bottles, be sure to try High Ridge Farm Cider! When I travel I want to try the best the area has to offer and High Ridge can only be purchased here or on the farm. Winner! We all shared an assortment of small plates, my favorite was the radish dish with lamb. Just ask for some bread since the sauce is delicious!

We had a great chance to do a tasting here during the 4th of July week. Even in the hot weather…read morethey were experiencing they managed to make it comfortable to relax with a few samples of their cider and take in some live music. Flowers on the tables were a nice touch, and the general family friendly atmosphere was great. The cider is delicious, I especially liked the limited barrel aged they had on hand, and the funkiness of their Around Town (gleaned from trees...around town). They are honest and authentic in the product they make, and it shows.

From the owner: We specialize in dry hard ciders and offer a range of styles. Visit us at the cidery to sample or…read morelineup as well as experimental and small batch speciality styles, or find us throughout Maine wherever great beverages are sold.

Great place. The cider was tasty, 150 feels like just the right amount for the kids. Food truck had…read moreamazing fries.

This is the perfect spot and wish it were closer to us! I have sampled Absolem's ciders at beer…read morefestivals but finally checked out their tasting room/property. Think of it as a large farm with a rustic barn with roaming chickens everywhere. Even a few chickens inside greeting all the guests during our visit! The feel and look of the barn reminded me and my wife of our barn wedding! Definitely a spot during nice weather with so much space available and so much nature to soak up! Then their drink offerings are so huge and vast especially for this area of Maine. Give their house made ciders a try that are not too sweet but have tons of flavor. If cider isn't your thing then don't worry they still got you! Their drink menu is huge with beers from all over the world, wines, cocktails, and on and on. Then often they also have food trucks so grab a bite to eat or bring some of your own snacks if the food truck of the day isn't your ideal meal! The staff were phenomenal as well with their kindness and knowledge. Also often hosting live music as well so bring your friends and family for a night of drinks, live music and enjoying the outdoors. This place is a must try if you are in the area but I think it's also worth the trip even if it's a little further out! I look forward to our return trip.

Went here twice while I was out east this summer. The place is very cute and the ciders were really…read moregood. They had a solid line up of different flavored ciders. Staff was really funny and fun to chat with. Our group had a great time. The other locals who were there were friendly and we enjoyed the place.

Great, unique ciders! The pineapple upside down cake cider is one of the most flavorful full-bodies…read moreciders I've had. I was surprised by the amount of ciders infused with tea- I've never been anywhere with this take on cider so extra points there! Very friendly service where everyone seems to know each other in a cute old home. Cider flight is $18.

I went today for the Monthly Sip & Snuggle event to meet some of the dogs up for adoption at Pope…read moreMemorial Human Society (animal shelter) in Dover. It was my first time trying hard cider so I got a flight to try a sampling of flavors. I really liked the Honey Badger and really does taste like honey crisp apples. It was delicious, I bought some to take home. The other 2 flavors I tried were ok but I did not like enough to buy again. I did pick up a few I had not tried that stay true to their apple beginnings to try at home. I will definitely be back again!

Nice place with so many draft cider options on draft..19 on tap. Original dry is their flagship …read more. very nice crisp drink. Enjoyed their apple fritter cider made with maple syrup ginger spices and vanilla. My friends really liked their berries ciders. Nice open area to sample drinks have snacks and meet new people. Loved their dog rhat greets you as you enter.