Apple cider slushie was awesome. The little pizza place on site was amazing. Fresh wood fired pizza from a food truck style setup. Beautiful location with the Apple orchard surrounded by pine trees and the patio for eating and hanging out. Definitely would come here again. read more

Sierra Cider - Patio on top of the cider shop. - Cideries Near Me - Mariposa, California

We stopped by Sierra Cider right at opening (12pm) as part of our day trip before heading into Yosemite for my birthday, and it was such a fun and refreshing visit! The owner and staff were super welcoming and walked us through all their offerings, which made the experience even better. We kicked things off with a cider flight--our favorites were Early Harvest and Graveyard. Early Harvest was simple, crisp, and just sweet enough, while Graveyard reminded me of a Scottish smoky cider aged in whiskey barrels. I do wish there were a few more sweet options overall and possibly a current up to date list of what's on tap somewhere online, but everything was well-crafted and flavorful! To cool off, we grabbed a cider slushy (highly recommend!) and wandered the property. We visited the goats, strolled through the apple trees, and made friends with their big fluffy Pyrenees who was living his best life napping in the shade. I picked up a bottle of Early Harvest and a t-shirt to bring back to DFW. It was the perfect stop--relaxed, local, and a great way to start the afternoon before heading into Yosemite. After our tasting, we walked through some of the apple trees, visited the cutest goats, and made friends with their big, lazy Pyrenees dog who was living his best life soaking up attention. I picked up a bottle of Early Harvest and a t-shirt to bring back to DFW--both worth it! Such a charming little spot--relaxed, scenic, and just the right detour before Yosemite! read more

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Great cider, great vibes, great place for the family. The cider they have is very good. The tasting flight I got was primarily focused on the drier varieties and they did a great job of making well balanced, delicious ciders that let the quality of the apples shine through. The grounds are very cute. They have a petting zoo and "ghost town" area that are perfect for small children or photo ops. All of the animals were very well behaved and friendly. You can also pick apples or flowers for a very reasonable fee. They have an area of food trucks and today Yosemite Pizza was there. The pizza was great and went well with the cider. The staff was kind and helpful. If you are in the area and want a cold cider, or a place to let the little one explore a bit this is an excellent choice. read more

Right around the corner from where I live, Sierra cider is surrounded by the apple orchards, they used to make their sliders. A wide variety of sliders. You can have a flight of five and she's your favorite. There are lots of special events there. And they have an animal farm with goats and chickens and a potbelly pig and a beautiful white dog named Bella. read more

Adorable cider bar! Very dog friendly and they had a great pizza stand (Yosemite Pizza) that was very delicious. We got a cider flight and liked them all, but the holiday spice was particularly good. Definitely worth the drive out and super cute atmosphere. read more

This is a pleasant venue for tasting cider. There is generally food available on the weekends, and the spot has events fairly often ( check the website). For the most part, the ciders are very good, though these folks are not afraid to experiment! (Sometimes with less success than others!). If you're in Mariposa, do stop by. It's worth the trip. read more

Found by accident on the Mariposa calendar of events. Decided to check it out for the pumpkin carving and try some cider. Pumpkins are reasonably priced and you can carve onsite. Service was excellent and the cider was great. Staff was very friendly and helpful in picking cider. Would highly recommend checking out this hidden gem!! read more

Weekend trip to Yosemite was one mishap after another. Finding Sierra Cider made the entire trip worth it! Solid service, amazing atmosphere, excellent cider and the added bonus of pizza. We forgot for a few hours that we were "stuck" in Mariposa. Oh our next trip to Yosemite we will be making a pit stop for cider read more

A MUST if you're visiting Mariposa and/or Yosemite! We went for a family tour of the orchard + cider tasting. Not much to see during the winter but the tour was still very informative and interesting -- lots of Apple facts! The owner was very nice and accommodating in making an exception for a Sunday. With kids in tow, we appreciated the family friendly atmosphere. The little ones enjoyed the farm animals and the yard games. Pizza on site was also an added bonus. Highly recommend for a fun outing in Mariposa. read more

Sierra Cider - Favorite flavors we decided to take home. - Cideries Near Me - Mariposa, California

Excellent Cider, excellent tour, excellent people! We had so much fun. It was my husband and I, our 3 year old and our 4 month old and we had a great afternoon. A perfect stop for after a day of hiking Yosemite! We loved the tour, my son ADORED their dogs and goats (he talked about them the whole ride home) and the cider is FANTASTIC. I learned so much about the cider process and got to drink some delicious cider with a new found appreciation for the process. 100% a stop you need to make if you're a cider (or even a beer) fan! My only complaint is that they don't distribute in SoCal! But have no fear - they can ship! ;) Some of the friendliest people and a beautiful cidery - don't miss this amazing stop!! read more

Cider was great, have no complaints about that however if you have children I would be careful the owner provides toys, tricycles etc on the patio which is great but if your child plays with them and the owner is around he will yell at them to not bother other customers even while providing the toys ON the patio. I always make sure my child is respectful and aware of other people but he went up to my child and yelled at him, he didn't even attempt to talk to me first. Made my child cry so we left. I will never go back read more

I came with a group of friends when we were up in Yosemite and had so much fun. Some in our group weren't big cider drinkers, but the owners were really good at suggesting specific types and each of us loved what they recommended. We came home with a full case. Their tasting room is really well-designed with fun little easter eggs in every nook and cranny, including a retro VCR in the corner where you can request your favorite movie from their impressive VHS collection. We even got to pet some goats!! I can't imagine ever coming to Yosemite again without making a point to come back here. read more

Sierra Cider - a skeleton holding a bottle of sierra cid - Cideries Near Me - Mariposa, California

Just stopped by for a drink. The atmosphere was comfortable casual in the beautiful Sierras. They make their ciders on site, right next to the apple trees. The service was pleasant, courteous, and yet professional. I felt very comfortable. I was impressed. Next time, I will have to try lunch maybe with the Bonzai Burger. read more

Amazing cider, cute tasting room made from a shipping container and covered, outdoor seating overlooking their orchard. We were lucky enough time be there when Yosemite Pizza had a pop up. Pizza and cider really is the best combination. Definitely check this place out if you're by Yosemite! read more

Visit the perfect small town apple orchard! Clean, comfortable tasting room (both an upstairs and a downstairs) with really good cider options! Very family friendly, with lots of entertaining table games and a real life VHS player with classics on rotation! Good in all weather conditions! Definitely make a stop if you're from out of town & looking for something that's still a little under the radar - even for locals! It's a hidden gem that's worth discovering for yourself! read more

The ciders are delicious and they have the most wonderful kind staff!! We went for the night market and got flights and played games and met their little pig Trudy who is an angel. Please drive out and go see them!!! You won't regret it! read more

Sierra Cider - Cideries Near Me - Mariposa, California

Took a detour heading to Yosemite and headed toward Mariposa and Sierra Cider. Located out in the country outside the town of Mariposa we found a hidden gem. Tried all eight cider samples and enjoyed each one. Our son bought two bottles to bring home. Dana, the owners wife was very accommodating working with our beed to change the original reservation. Our bar tender was very friendly and there was even a food truck serving wood fired pizza. Delicious! If you have the time this cider tasting was well worth going to. They also have a tour and tasting too. Five star read more

I was not a cider person before this and now I am hooked. (I'd only had Angry Orchard before this). Oh my GOSH their cider is amazing! And not only that, the tasting room was so cozy. They have an Airbnb too and I wish we would have known before we came up to Yosemite because we would have stayed there!! (They also allow pets!!) We will definitely be going back up with the puppos. Would recommend if you're going to be in the Yosemite area. The owners/operators are great, so much fun. read more

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What a great find. Beautiful patio, cute farm animals to pet. Owners on site and very friendly. Well worth the visit. read more

Sierra Cider - Sneaky Tiki and Party Crasher ciders. - Cideries Near Me - Mariposa, California

Really delicious cider. I will definitely order more in the future. They have a large range from very dry to sweet

This tour was so much fun for an evening outing during our trip to Yosemite! such a beautiful location, the orchard and tasting room were gorgeous, and the ciders were just impeccable. David was so passornate and knowledgeable, it was so clear how much effort and care he and Dana put into each detail. The Butterbeer cider David brewed for a limited time was fantastic and we brought home a bottle of the Early Harvest cider because it was so refreshing after our long Yosemite Valley hikes. 10/10 would recommend this tour and tasting read more

A great little spot just outside the heart of Mariposa. Attended a Boozy Cider Brunch which was everything you could ask for. Great food, great people, great view. Even though we had some surprise rain, accommodations were made, and we left happy with several bottles of cider. read more

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Amazing and committed business owners who are helping to strengthen the community with beautiful, tasty cider. Love Sierra Cider!

If you want a nice relaxing place to enjoy a cider this is the place to go! They had a lot of fun games and plenty of seating. They have a good amount of options in cider plus other beverages if you aren't into alcohol. read more

My 5 stars are for both the tasting experience and the cider. As you drive onto the property the hundreds of apple trees look all the same. But during the tour you'll learn there are many different varieties. They also make a number of different ciders. You'll want to taste a "flight" of ciders, with their expert explanations of the differences. One tasted like a savignion blanc and others were bright and fruity. You are bound to find at least two to your liking. We took home three, Dry Summer, Ol' Fashioned and a limited run, Sneaky Tiki. We're already making re-order plans. We also got a jar of tasty apple butter. For a farm-stay adventure they have an Airbnb suite with a clear view of the whole orchard and the many tame and wild critters. The hosts are friendly and informative. Well worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

Best cider I've ever had. I've never been a hard cider person, but it's just so good. Also, Dana and David are just awesome hosts and people. Great place for both locals and tourists! read more

This cidery and orchard is absolutely stunning. The people are friendly and welcoming, and the animals are too! Trudy is a gem of a piggy! The ciders are very flavorful and they do some awesome stuff, like a maple-infused cider! The location is gorgeous, nestled close enough to Yosimite but far enough away to get out of the hoards of tourists. If you're in the area, this is a must. Do not skip this gem!! read more

My fiancée and I found Sierra Cider through Air BnB experiences and I'm so glad we did! We did the guided tour of the orchard and a tasting of four ciders. First of all, the barn itself is so cute. You may have some trouble finding the place through Apple maps but just keep a look out for the signage on the road. When you enter, you'll see about a million apple trees followed by the orchard's mini petting zoo equipped with a mini pig, goats, and an adorable dog. You'll then see a covered area with bar games where you'll have your cider tasting after the guided tour. David walked us through the orchard and explained the history of cider making in the US, explained the process of making ciders, and shared some insights on owning an orchard. They don't serve food so don't come starving but there is a selection of chips and small bites. Also, there were cider options for folks who like sweet ciders as well as those who prefer a dryer or tarter flavor. All in all, a great time and we can't wait to come back. read more

This place should be on every Yosemite to-do list. Went with a group (including a toddler) and had a blast. Loved hearing about the process of making the cider and getting to try them all. We were lucky enough to hang out with the farm dogs as well (highly recommended, not sure if this is standard). read more

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We had the best time! Great service, great cider, and the cutest tasting room! Definitely worth trying out if anywhere near the area!

We had a great experience here! A private walking tour through the orchard and learned about the different apples and the history of cider. Followed by a flight of 4 ciders and we bought even more to try. Super cute branding and merch and a nice vibe of the tap room. 10/10 read more

What a beautiful cidery! Great activity near Yosemite. We stopped by Sierra cider yesterday and the owners were so kind to gave us a tasting and tour. The cider is excellent and the property is so pretty. We loved learning about the process and their plans for the orchard and business. We can't wait to go back and check out the Airbb experiences and tasting experiences they have planned. Highly recommend as a great day activity if you're up near Yosemite! You can also buy their cider locally around Yosemite, so even if you can't get there, make sure to try the cider! read more

I was blown away by this cidery. As you drive in through a large gate you become transported to another world surrounded by apple trees. The owners are amazing and have so much knowledge and passion for cider making, plus there are lots of cute animals. Signing up for the tour is a must. The process is fascinating and the guide is phenomenal and of course it comes with a flight of cider. If you are not a cider person and you spend a few hours here you will be after you leave! What a cool experience and next time we are coming to Yosemite we will certainly be visiting again. read more

This cidery is fantastic! We had a wonderful day with an excellent tasting session and tour of the grounds. Great way to spend an afternoon. The ciders are delicious and the owners are clearly passionate about providing a quality experience. We've got nothing but compliments from our friends who have tried the cider we brought home. We look forward to getting back!!! read more

Awesome and super laid back place. 100% recommended 12/10 go here and get a tour. Interesting to learn the history and process as well as taste some of the best ciders around! read more

Sierra Cider was a blast. If you are staying around the Mariposa area or tired of all the crowds in Yosemite, this is an excellent side trip to checkout a very cool property. We learned a lot about the orchard and different varietals of apples that they grow. The tasting was in a perfect setting along the orchard with chairs and picnic table. Ciders were all amazing and they have a batch for everyone's specific taste. Bonus, they have a swing on a giant oak tree which was a lot of fun. Great photo opportunities to make all of your friends jealous of your adventures. Can't wait to see how this place grows in the next few years and the owners are good people. Cheers! read more

What a great apple orchard and cidery! We had the pleasure of staying at the barn loft airbnb which is beautifully done and comfortable. We visited when October festivities were at their peak-- including the tortured orchard spooky hayride. So much fun for adults and children alike. The cider is delicious. Taking home bottles for friends and family! Can't wait to come back again. A Must-do while visiting Yosemite!!! read more

We had an amazing experience at Sierra Cider after a long day of hiking in Yosemite! It was the perfect relaxing reward after a long day at Yosemite! The cider was refreshing and the hosts were delightful. It was wonderful to walk through the flowering orchards with hundreds of apple trees. We enjoyed a few drinks soaking up the spring sun and brought a couple bottles home with us. Out of the 9 people there, we all agreed we would highly recommend this experience! read more