FIVE STAR BREWS! Visited this place a couple times and enjoyed all of their brews and drinks. The service I experienced here was overall solid. As for the drinks, the place is an excellent place to go to based on their ciders alone. Although this place is a Cidery, they have something for everyone here. Moreover, the atmosphere here was warm, welcoming, and fun. The only thing that isn't so much 5 star here, TBH, is the fact that an automatic 20% tip seems to be included on every electronic purchase. I won't be knocking off a star for this because, at least for my visit here, the people behind the counter deserved an excellent tip. However, if I were to give my best advice for visiting here for the first time, I'd recommend paying with cash. Cheers! read more

So fun! Loved popping into this place, really fun artwork and seems to be female ran and operated. Great selection of ciders! The woman that helped us out let us try a few before choosing and gave great advice on what we may like, we took some to go and will def be back! read more

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The vibes were great. Love the trivia night section and seeing people collaborating each other. Would definitely be coming here often. Also the cider here is top notch read more

Ironbark Ciderworks - Cideries Near Me - Claremont, California

Great cider, the owner is personable, the atmosphere is very friendly. Recommended. Is this 85 characters yet?

I tried Ironbark Ciderworks for the first time about a month ago and have gone back twice since then. I can easily say this place is a gem. I have searched for quality cider ever since I visited Washington State and had a truly amazing cider. Southern California has been severely lacking in truly good cider, so I came in wary and was wonderfully surprised! The atmosphere is extremely safe for people of all gender, race, sexual orientation, etc. The atmosphere is comfortable and chic with eclectic decor. They are dog friendly, which is one of my absolute favorite things about this place! They aren't just dog "tolerable" like many businesses, they genuinely welcomed my fur baby! The staff is always friendly and welcoming. There is sometimes food available from food trucks outside, but not always, though they do serve snacks (like cheetos). The quality of the cider is what truly keeps me making the drive back. I have tried every cider they have had available during my trips there, and though I have some I like more than others, that is just personal taste because each is an amazing quality! I love that they offer flights which are decent size pours and really let you taste the options available. I highly recommend!! read more

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Great cider. Great service. Jim was great. Was our first time here and he went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.

A perfect place to spend a Saturday afternoon, the shop is located in a very unsuspecting industrial plaza on the border of Claremont and Montclair. The inside of the shop was very clean and trendy. There were a lot of cider options and you are able to sample them prior to purchase. I decided to go with the Lestat, it was very refreshing and perfect for a warm afternoon in April. I especially love that they are not made with added sugars so you don't have to worry about that sugar hangover afterwards. Our group of 10 sat outside on their patio and the area was nicely shaded by umbrellas. All the staff I have had the pleasure of interacting with has been super helpful. They are also dog friendly, I can't wait to come back again and spend another afternoon catching up with friends. Thanks for a good time! read more

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Love this place. I love what they are about. I love the vibe. I love the products they serve. Thanks! read more

I cannot believe I had not yet reviewed Ironbark Ciderworks, but I am glad to finally get to! I absolutely love everything about Ironbark: the delicious selections of cider, just about everything for which they stand, awesome service, and super cute ambiance! Let's start with the cider. I'm sorry that I won't be very helpful here because I don't have a favorite. Just about every one I have tried has been fantastic, and what you prefer might really just depend on what your tastebuds tell you to get. I always get flights because I can never decide. Sometimes I go based on the name of the cider, whatever catches my attention the most, such as the Impeached (peachy deliciousness) or the Lestat (my favorite vampire, and one of my favorite flavors, blood orange)! Now the things for which they stand... this spot is all about inclusivity and providing a safe space! There are signs all over the place that prohibit you from making derogatory comments, and they enforce it! One time I went with a friend, and for some reason, as soon as we walked up to the bar to order, he made some sort of mysoginist comment as a joke, and he was immediately told he couldn't do that by the person who was helping us. I loved that!! Another example that wins major points with me is how they chose to observe May 5, true to the history of the Battle of Puebla, celebrating it as a day of resistance against colonialism, and reminding the public to not use it as a day of cultural appropriation. Okay, finally onto the service and ambiance... All the staff I have had the pleasure of interacting with has been amazing! And the place is super cute, with the the colorful pink walls lined with pro-femininist art, as well as the beautiful lights at night! And before I forget, they are also dog friendly! I love coming out here and bringing my doggie along! read more

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Lady Luck w/ splash of Krakatoa! FTW! I am usually not a cider person but my wife and I just happen to stop by and so glad we did. Were headed to a brewery (cause I'm usually into beer) but on a whim called an audible. Wife and I had a few ciders and all excellent. Wife really liked the Dutches. Service was also very good. Good view of the mountains from inside, with nice decor. Highly recommend. read more

The "EDI BOWL!" Comes with refried, 3 different meats that comes with CHICKEN, Al PASTOR, CARNE ASADA. Shredded lettuce , tomatoes, sour cream, onions, cheese and guacamole. read more

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Cute place with clean restroom. Duchess drink was bomb.com Very retro slash modern ambiance and artsy read more

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When I heard that there's a cidery next to Claremont Craftales, I was sold! I found their ciders to be better than Ace, which are sweet. Ironbark are on the dry and complex side of the spectrum. They have several on tap, and the seasonals are a must! The Autumnal was legit apple spice bubbly. Best thing is that it's woman owned and a safe space for all people! A huge win for the industry as a whole, not just Claremont. So, come support and you won't be disappointed! read more

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Awesome ciders! Great vibes. The staff was very helpful, friendly, and explained all the different ciders that were on tap. I really love this local cidery and will come back from time to time for a growler :) read more

Hard cider that is locally made, NOT overly sweet and comes in a variety of creative flavors- YES. And to top it off, it's served in an atmosphere full of art, comfy chairs, fun decorations, and great music (French music while I was there)... bigger yes!! I asked for a flight, which was $16 for 4 pours that were each 5 ounces. I used the yelp check-in to get a free 5th taster as well. I asked for the French Kiss, but the bartender said "hold on, taste it first to see if that's what you really want, it's got a kick to it"... so she gave me a taste and WOW I'm glad she did. It tasted great but the spicy kick was a bit too much for me at the moment so I switched to a different option. She said there's a flavor they have made that's even spicier, like straight up habanero and some people LOVE it, but it's not for everyone. I really appreciated her honesty. My husband got a pint. Including his, here is the order of flavors from my favorite to least: The Duchess (you really taste the earl grey!), Sassy Simpson (mmm like jam), I think the next one was called Zang (it was gingery and I love ginger), Passionista (a tangy passion fruit cider), Impeached (a simply good peach cider), Hoptropica (a fruity sorta beer-like cider). I loved that these were not disgustingly sweet but still sweet enough. I've had hard cider before at one of those apple orchards in Yucaipa, and those had absolutely no sweetness whatsoever and they were hard to drink... so I'm glad the ciders here at Ironbark still have a bit of sweetness. So the cider is great, service is great, ambiance is great, 5- Stars and I'm definitely coming back. There's even a brewery and distillery in walking distance if you want to make an afternoon/ night of it :) read more

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I've never been a crazy fan of most breweries, as a lot of them are loud, ugly, and uncomfortable (please don't hurt me for saying that, it's just personal preference). Good beer or no, if I'm not having fun, I just can't enjoy it. That's why I love this quaint little space where you can go to enjoy a moderately quiet afternoon of catching up with friends while sipping some fine cider. You can find this crisp deliciousness at some of the local restaurants like Eureka! down the street in the Village, but to really get the full experience, I'd recommend drinking it here. They have quite a few versions on tap and friendly staff members who are more than happy to give you the breakdown on all the different flavors and styles. They even have a super spicy Habanero Cider which I could barely sip once, but is perfect for the more adventurous at heart who also happen to have a stomach of steel. My personal favorite is probably the Shampagne, as it packs the most powerful punch in an 8oz. flute, but sets you back $12 a pop. Trust me, you won't need more than one. The space inside is lovely with plenty of comfy chairs to relax in, but they also have a tiny patio where it's a little bit cooler and quieter; not much of a view, though. They do share the parking with two other breweries/ distilleries, so I'd suggest coming early and snagging a spot before it gets too packed if you're driving. read more

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Situated across from Claremont Craft Ales, I stumbled across Ironbark completely by accident. Everyone always talks about CCA so I was surprised I had never heard of it before!! The ciders are all made fresh and all the ones I tried were so good!! I haven't been able to be back yet but I'm excited to try out all the other flavors. Such a cute space and you can tell they really care about the quality and taste of their ciders read more

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Tried this place over a beer brewery as we much prefer cider and loved it! Very friendly service with great recommendations for our flights. We loved sitting inside, but they had a beautiful patio as well. Loved their Lady Luck cider, we ended up bringing a bottle home for a reasonable price! Will definitely be coming back for a trivia night! read more

We just went to Ironbark for the first time and had a lovely time! We're new to the area and were especially excited to see a queer friendly spot for our date night. The staff were not only friendly and helpful to us, they also were very conscientious of creating an environment where everyone felt safe. Our flight of ciders was delicious - lots of variety and some new flavors we hadn't had before! Will be happily going back for trivia night :) read more

This place is spectacular! Prime location next to a brewery and distillery so you have plenty of options. The establishment is a safe and inclusive space for everyone to gather and you can add glitter to all of your drinks! Doesn't get much better than that.... but it does because their drinks are made from natural ingredients with the lowest possible calories. Each drink is so unique and delicious that they will keep you coming back for more. The atmosphere is so friendly and inviting that they have made a loyal customer out of me. Please go support this woman owned business! You will be glad you did! read more

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I am typically a cider person so I thought I would like this place. However when I tried the cider it was very bitter and I didn't particularly like the taste. I think I like my cider a little sweeter. Also be very careful when picking your cider some of them have a kick to them by using Jalapeño. However they did say they made them themselves so the flavors are different than what I am used to. They also offer edible glitter for $1 extra in your cider! It was so cute. The atmosphere is very cute with their furniture and Dj. They also have a giant calendar against the bathroom that had all of their events. They had karaoke night, yoga and others! Definitely worth a try. I particularly did not like the cider they serve but would recommend! read more

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For all of you in LA County, Orange County and the Inland Empire...if you like Cider this is the place to come! They have the best flavors and are ALWAYS adding new flavors depending on the season! All of their ciders are vegan, gluten free with no sugar added and no sulfites! Furthermore, they are very welcoming and inclusive. As a woman alone, I can't tell you how many times I have gone to a drinking establishment just to enjoy the booze and mind my own business only to be hassled by men, and the staff, who are usually mostly male or all male do nothing about it (male entitlement and make privilege at it's finest). Not here! They have a policy on their wall above the cash register stating that there is to be no touching anyone else without their consent and remarks of a sexist, misogynistic, homophobic or transphobic nature will not be tolerated! Also if you come within the first few hours after they open (even on Saturdays) the place is usually pretty quiet (good for introverts like me). And oh yeah...their staff ROCKS! Make sure you join their rewards program AND get some cider to take home! read more

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Cute little place with a large variety of hard ciders. They all range in alcohol content, but some are very strong. Service was great. We did get there a little early on a Saturday and then it really started to get busy. They also have pizza, which I wanted to try but didn't. I would like to try it next time I go! read more

Ironbark Ciderworks is a true Claremont gem that keeps me and my wife going back. Upon entry to the cider house - you will notice the "Ciderhouse rules" posted front and center at the bar - and Cat/Jim (the owners) mean it. You will NOT be judged or discriminated against for ANY reason when you're at Ironbark. Cat and Jim have cultivated a fantastic place of delicious health conscience cider, acceptance, and belonging - they even offer a discount on Sundays to members of the LGBTQ+ community! Please come check out Ironbark when you're in town - and prepare to taste some of the greatest ciders you've ever had! read more

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I went to Claremont ales originally . I've always seen this spot across the lot but never went in. Finally decided to do so and I had a blast . I guess it was their anniversary for their opening of (unknown) years. They were playing bingo for prizes. Bingo was based off of song hits of each generation. People and workers were very nice and welcoming. Their beers are interesting. Some sour tasting , some taste like tea, others tasted floral. It was way different than what I was used to but I enjoyed them along with the atmosphere. I will return if I'm in the area again. Shoutout to you ladies and germs :) read more

Great atmosphere & good ciders (honestly not my FAVORITE, but good!). We went on a Sunday in October and loved that they had Beetlejuice playing out on the patio! So fun! We will definitely return for a trivia night or one of their other "fun" nights! :) read more

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Great food trucks good service and wonderful drinks. You have to come to see yourself.

Very friendly service! Really cute patio seating outdoors with heaters. Cider is very interesting - keep in mind that it's mostly tea based so make sure that's your thing! The cider isn't "my cup of tea" but my boyfriend loved it and the flavors were fun. Definitely a great tasting experience. We tried the passionista (passion fruit, tart, salty cider), the OG (very classic apple cider, tasty), Pink Lady (3 very interesting flavors all hit you separately - definitely some peach in there), the Impeached (strong peach tea flavor), and the Hot Cinnamama (warm apple cider mixed with their seltzer). They play fun music while you enjoy the cider at socially distant tables with hand sanitizer. Feel free to bring your own food and your pup! read more

Interesting cidery. Prices are on the high side, it was $9 for a pint but bear in mind the ABVs are high. Everything is sugar-free and gluten-free. The place is across the parking lot from Clermont Ales and it's a shame it doesn't get more foot traffic from there, we were the only patrons in there the entire time we were there. The spot is a bit odd, I've never seen a cidery/brewery like it, decked out in pink chairs with jazz music and local art all over the walls. We did a flight of the ciders to get a taste for them, they definitely not traditional, a lot of them used teas and fruit. O Pear was a good one, as well and the blackberry - the names escape me - they had a lot of weird names and no descriptions on the board - they had a separate leaflet for that. As I say if was expensive, I liked the cute little 5oz tasting glasses and brought one and it was over $6! Usually a pint glass is $5 and they charged $1 for stickers (stickers should always be free, your promoting your business!) We also tried the expensive shampagne, strawberry inspired champagne cider at 16% - all I enjoyed on this drink was the sugar rim. The sugar with the drink doesn't go. The drink itself I just didn't enjoy. If these guys lowered their prices they might get more people in as the brewery across the parking lot was having a pretty decent evening. read more

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Loved the blueberry habanero cider, great by itself but a bit much--fabulous to mix with I enjoyed the yuzu slushee with some of the bhc. I also liked the Lestat and Passionista cider. friendly staff, cute vibes, small chill spot, great non sweet cider options and I'd love to check out new flavors. read more

Came here on a Saturday late afternoon with my friends! All the lady staff were super friendly and attentive! Art work inside were cool. Vibes were great. If you are a beer person, I wouldn't suggest this place for you because all their drinks are cider based! It's definitely worthy trying but I should have shared my flight with one of my girlfriends because after awhile we were all stuffed. I'm definitely a beer gal! read more

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This is by far one of the best breweries I've been to. I am a little bias because it's super girly and their chairs are pink and comfy! Ciders are portrayed as "feminine beer." Is that why the decor is extra girly? Who knows? Who cares! I don't mind it because I was happy and excited to hang out here! My friend and I were greeted right away when we walked in on a Tuesday, which would explain why there were only a few other patrons there and ample parking right in front. As always, I like to order a flight whenever I go to a brewery so I can sample a little taste of each of their beers. I also usually ask the bartender to surprise me with whichever drinks they want to throw in as part of the flight. I was definitely not disappointed. He poured a Volcano 7.5% ABV, Hoppelganger 7.2% ABV, Sassy Simpson 9% ABV, Twilight 9% ABV, and Passionista 8% ABV flight for $13. Have you ever tried a SPICY alcoholic drink?! Yes, that's what I said! It tasted exactly like drinking jalapeño juice.. but better!! The Volcano was definitely one of the most interesting things I've tasted. I would, in a heartbeat, come visit this place again. I thoroughly enjoyed every cider the nice gentleman gave me, and really really enjoyed the decor. The place was super clean and it didn't feel cold/ dull like a warehouse like other breweries. It was actually really comfortable/ cozy to be here. read more

Always love to see a queer-owned female-owned establishment. And there are not many cider breweries in the area, so it's good to see one here. Been a couple times, and it's always a fantastic ambiance conducive to fun conversations. Looking forward to going back for a Thursday night trivia night soon. read more

Absolutely love this place! I was introduced by a friend of mine because she knew I loved cider! What makes it unique is the cider is... Gluten-free, sulfate free, sugar free, vegan !!!!!! It's also super tasty! Love the variety of flavors!!! Favorites: slushy!!! (2 flavors) So refreshing and tasty during hot summer! Their champagne is amazing!!(sometimes they do not have it in stock ) Taste is great! The volume of alcohol content is 18%. On weekends they have food trucks as well as different interactive events. Tip: You can also purchase cider to go. Different sizes are available. They also have slushes to go. I highly recommend! read more

Ambiance- very nice! Music - Good JuJu, very groovy! Cider - truly awful! We had three different ciders. Very easy to make them last the entire evening. read more

This is a very casual place with artisan ciders, unusually dry (which is how I like and recommend them). A bunch of us went for Thursday Trivia night and had a blast eating pizza and drinking a goodly amount of cider. Lots of interesting art work. IC advertises itself as an inclusive bar so leave your confederate flags, gun racks, and right-wing attitudes at home. BTW, when IC says a particular cider is spicy, believe them! read more

I love this place so much! Every time I'm in town, my partner and I swing by here. The owners are super sweet, they host tons of fun events, and the cider is amazing. Always tastes fresh and crisp! read more

vibe is lit asf always ! cant wait till they open back up bc their cider is the best ive had!! have good memories there w some friends and looking forward to more memories read more

Awesome experience. The owners were super friendly, knowledgeable, and really excited to have you try their creations. The cider was so delicious too. They have such a wide array of flavors to accommodate your taste buds. Highly recommend!! read more

Good service and nice place. I had the volcano cider. It apparently has 40 pounds of habaneros in the recipe. It has a nice kick and I really enjoyed it. Probably not for everyone, but if you like spicy, you must try it. It went great with the Taquitos. read more