I recently moved to Sonoma county to attend SSU. Making friends and starting your community did not…read morecome easily. I found myself going to the Barlow as a place to do my homework while trying to feel connected with the people in my neighborhood. Golden State cider tap room ended up being one of those places where the staff became my community. I regularly visit to connect with the staff, but also immersed myself in the experience that it has to offer. As long as I live in Sonoma county I will see the Barlow as a home away from home. Thanks for the all that happy drinks!

We popped in to chase down a bottle of their rare Apple Brandy, and we scored on this. This is one…read moreof the best cideries around and now they have added the Apple Brandy to the lineup. Not "cheap" for sure, but well worth the price. It can easily be sipped over ice or added to many a cocktail with delicious outcomes. Look forward to hanging out here over the summer months. It is in the Barlow Center and there is always something to see and do around the area. Great job on the

Came here last weekend and met in a "tasting" barn. It's so cute as it had both outdoor and indoor…read moretables and chairs, so you can bring a lunch before the tastings. We tasted a variety, but I loved the berry-ish cider. (Sweet and easy to sip) Barn was air conditioned, so it's great to come in during a hot day. As you drive up the small hill, make sure and turn right or else go around and you'll see it. This cidery shares the tasting barn with an aperitif and a wine tasting business, so you can enjoy all three types of beverages while sitting on a stool (just don't fall lol) Ambiance is unpretencious, friendly and casual. I'm a berry lover so I was drawn to that particular one. (First of three ciders) Can't wait to return. Happy libations all !!!

Found this gem while exploring Petaluma brewery options - they're brand new. Housed in a big…read moretasting room, you can try four local ciders, a selection of tasty small batch aperitifs, wines, and fill a growler with those ciders too. Note that it's cash and check only as of today although credit cards are coming. Great service. Tasting hours are 12-4 Saturday and Sunday and weekdays by appointment (these hours are not immediately evident on Yelp or their website). I called ahead today (Saturday) to check and they were happy to send someone over for a tasting. We tried all 4 ciders and all 4 aperitifs. I liked the raspberry cider and the semi dry champagne yeast cider as well as the blood orange, strawberry and citrus aperitifs. Their house dog is super cute too. Definitely recommended!

I haven't heard or had anything from ACE cider until very recently. I always love discovering this…read morewhen it comes to trying out new cideries or breweries. It's what definitely keeps my interest going. For ACE I had their Joker dry cider. What makes up this cider is double fermented apple juice made with champagne yeast. This creates a sparkling cider with a dry, clean taste. Fun experience all around and if given the opportunity would love to try more of their cider options in the future.

Their "Ace in the Hole Pub" is located on the left, hidden behind their warehouses…read more Only open Fridays 1-5pm so plan accordingly! They have almost all of their cider flavours in draft, bottles and cans here! Met the owner here and he drinks his own cider. He's a cool cat!

Great wine, wonderful location, even better people. Their summer music series is amazing.read more

What a great experience! We took my sisters best friend here for her 21st birthday. We picked this…read moreplace because she specifically likes cider and had never been wine tasting, and they have both cider and wine. We started off with two ciders and they threw in a rosé, and then we ended with a Sauvignon Blanc and a Pinot noir. We also picked this place because they allow you to bring outside food for a minimal extra charge. We brought lunch and a birthday cake to celebrate. The staff was very inviting very and informative. We came on a Sunday which they also provide live music, which was a plus we didn't know about.

My friends and I had such a fun time at Pomme Cider Shop located just off the plaza in downtown…read moreSonoma! While I've been to cider taprooms before, I've never been to a dedicated cider shop featuring such a wide breadth of ciders. The selection was incredible! Pomme carries local ciders from Sebastopol, as well as from New York, North Carolina, Spain, etc. My friends ordered a cider flight, which is a fun option if you're having trouble deciding which cider to order. And as a tinned fish lover, I was thrilled to see such a wide assortment of colorful tins. Cider pairs well with tinned fish, so of course I had to buy a few tins and a bottle of cider to-go. ;) Overall, this is such a cute place to grab a drink. The interior is modern, yet cozy, and the bathroom is a total vibe! The guy who helped us was hilarious, and you could tell he was knowledgeable about both cider and tinned fish. Such a fun addition to Sonoma Plaza!!

Absolutely love this place! I can't believe we hadn't been sooner. Currently pregnant so no alcohol…read morefor me but they had an amazing NA section! My husband got a delicious cider. They also have beer, wine and delicious looking cheese. One of the owners helped us out and he was so accommodating and kind. We will for sure be back again and again!

CLOSED. Don't drive to this location unless you call prior to see if they are open to the public…read more We drove up from Pleasanton and unfortunately they were closed to the public. We called and they said it was supposed to be a temporary thing, but that it was lasting longer than they expected. I don't know why they haven't updated their hours on yelp or Google, but don't be fooled by it stating that it is open (both on Yelp and Google) because it most certainly is not. We would have loved to try their ciders and the food shown in the other reviews, but instead drove 45 minutes for no good reason.

While down in the bay, escaping the Sacramento heat, my husband and I and our dogs met up with a…read morefriend at Far West Cider Co., which was pouring inside Riggers loft. They had a cover the day we were there, because there was a band and live music on the patio but the view is stunning, and the whole atmosphere is very open and modern. I loved that there were options for other beverages and food as well but the cider itself was delicious. We each opted for a different cider so that we could try a variety of the options and compare. The cider was clean and crisp and not too sweet.

The ambiance of this place is so cozy. And the cider is delicious. Every time I go there, the staff…read moreis welcoming and helpful with suggestions. I also really like that we can bring in outside food . It makes it easier to choose a place with friends because we can each order a different take our meal from different restaurants on Solano Avenue (there are SO MANY !) and then all meet up at Flora and Ferment and eat and drink together. They offer some trivia nights and drawing nights as well that I am going to go check out soon

I love this place.it so beautiful. Bunch of plant. Atmosphere is chill. And the staff is amazing!read more

I try not to use the phrase a "hidden gem" too often or not at all, but Sonoma Aperitif should fall…read moreinto that category if it indeed a legitimate term to use! I had loose plans to visit Sonoma Aperitif on a weekend a few months back, but was not committed due to other plans. Well I had some spare time and figured I'd try to stop by and see if I could do a walk in tasting/sample. Laura who is the owner graciously accepted us into her old style barn converted into a tasting room. It really displays the Petaluma hospitality as well as the true country vibe of the aesthetics inside. For those a tad confused about Aperitifs, it is not your normal cocktail you will throw back or glass of wine/beer. They are typically served before or after (Sometimes depending on the country/region) to cleanse the palette. This is not to say you cannot make cocktails with it, but typically from what I have been told it is an after or before meal "sipper". Back to the tasting, Laura had a few that she was pouring today ranging from Lime/Citrus to Buddhas hand and Grapefruit. All had their very own distinction from each other. The real jewel of the tasting was the fact that Laura was pairing everything with very simple ingredients to make delicious cocktails! To give an example a aperitif splash with a rosemary shrub gave the aperitif a whole different level of complexity. The tasting itself was very affordable, and at the time included a wine tasting at the same bar by another company (No longer being offered though). Flavors may change throughout the year due to the seasons of various fruits though, so what one may see on one visit, may be gone the next depending on inventory, so keep that in mind if you really like any of the aperitifs. I could easily recommend this to someone who is looking for an alternative to Wine and Beer tastings.

Apéritif is a French word derived from the Latin verb aperire, which means "to open". An apéritif…read moreis an alcoholic beverage usually served before a meal to stimulate the appetite, and is therefore usually dry rather than sweet." Fantastic alternative from ciders and wine tasting. (But I still love ciders and wine :) I've never experienced aperitif. Laura, the creative mistress and owner was highly informative and had so much passion with her creations. Her previous career led her to this wonderful libation. The public gets to reap the rewards. This tasting bar shares the barn themed building. We came in to taste her aperitif creations and ciders from a very new up and coming cidery, "Acre and Spade" (see my Yelp review) After our cider tastimg, she placed 3 different tall slim bottles of aperitifs and poured each one in a very tiny martini stemmed glass, along with a ceramic bucket to pour any extra aperitif. As she poured each aperitif one flavor at a time, she offered the flavor profile. It's great with a bit of ice, which is extra perfect on hot days. She then made a cocktail using a lemon flavored "shrub *" and one of the aperitif (sorry I forgot which one). It was delish. I felt so "classy" lol. She added a sprig of fresh rosemary, so as your sipping, your nose picks up the Rosemary aroma. We offered our opinion for each aperitif and she listened intently as we slowly tasted each one. Their was no wrong answer as each flavor description is subjective to our own taste buds. This visit was eye opening, informative and very enjoyable. Our group ended up purchasing a pack of cider and few bottles of aperitif. She mentioned she had a few strawberry aperitif which we were lucky to enjoy. These aperitifs will be part of holiday dinners or any festive group gatherings. But equally fantastic for summer parties or warm/hot weather. * "The term "shrub" can also be applied to the sweetened vinegar-based syrup, from which the cocktail is made; the syrup is also known as drinking vinegar. Drinking vinegar is often infused with fruit juice, herbs and spices for use in mixed drinks."

Really lovely space and over 20 ciders available to drink! A few beer and wine options also. I…read moreenjoy Schillings Cider and they were carrying an option this November. Kitchen food options were all tasty. Flavorful and not greasy pub fare, so it's a good spot for dinner. We got Kale Parmesan Flatbread, Sweet Potato Fries, Garlic Fries, Roasted Cauliflower Cute decor with string lights, bar seating, or cozy couches. Big windows to people watch off Polk. Omer is a gracious owner and was so supportive of our large group birthday party. Highly recommend with the drinks, delicious food, and good vibes!

Came here on a Friday night. They had a lot of options to try, thy had the fun flights so you can…read moretry multiple at a time. The drinks were great, the staff were friendly. It's a great place to hang out and catch up. Street parking only.