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    Spoke + Spy Ciderworks

    4.4 (28 reviews)
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    Marissa S.

    LOVED. THIS. PLACE. I had been eager to find a cider place in CT since I'm not a big beer fan and I'm so glad I found this place. It's kinda hidden, in a old mill looking building shared with a brewery and a pizza place. It's definitely a small space, only with about 3 tables and some barstools, so you kind of have to get lucky with when you walk in if there's going to be room. Each of us got the flight of six which included small taster glasses of NoRa SPY, Pera (which tastes just like pears), Pumpkin Pie for the People (which is rimmed with cinnamon), Love Shouldn't Hurt (I have no idea how to describe this), Middle of the Cranberry (a delicious cranberry taste) and middle of the grape (which tasted just like Grape Fanta). The ciders were so good and they were all gluten free and vegan! They also had two drink options that were non-alcoholic. And it's dog friendly.

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    Tony L.

    Having been open only 2 months, it's impressive how good their cider is. The place has a strong bicycle aesthetic, and while they're still getting themselves settled with decor, the cider speaks for itself. We went with the full flight with one addition so we could taste all five they had available, for $10 total. On this day, they also had some vegan baked treats for the taking, but we didn't get to try them, unfortunately. They also have chips, water, ciderzines, and growlers to buy/fill up. On to the alcohol! - The five on tap were: Tepache Mode, Love Shouldn't Hurt, Middle of the Road, Somewaht Dry, and the Somewhat Dry x CT Dry Hop. Tepache Mode and Love Shouldn't Hurt were our clear favourites - both were really unique: Tepache Mode is named after the common Mexican drink Tepache, and is labelled as their "Spice infused wild fermented pineapples-apples" drink. This had a hint of heat to it, which I appreciate and reminded me of Mezcal; it was a great blend of flavours. The Love Shouldn't Hurt was their "Dry fermented apple with strawberry-rhubarb" - you wouldn't expect this to taste super sweet {or like a delicious pie...mmm...pie} but it didn't. This had a nice berry tart flavour that was held together with the rhubarb, and definitely felt like something I could drink all day long. The Middle of the Road is your standard semi-sweet fare - it'll be the crowd-pleaser for those who want a superior quality alternative to Woodchuck or Angry Orchard. The Somewhat Dry is great for people who prefer for the more dry stuff, but at that point I'd point you back to Tepache Mode, Love Shouldn't Hurt, or the last one, Somewhat Dry x CT Dry Hop instead for something more nuanced. The Dry Hop was true to its name, smelling and tasting almost like a Saison, as my partner said. All in all, we were happy to finally had the chance to come down, and with Stubborn Beauty and Forest City right down the hall, how can you lose coming down here?

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    Rosanna M.

    One of the few breweries located within a large industrial building that has been converted to house several businesses. I came here during my visit to CT as a suggestion from my sis, who knows how much I love cider. The brewery itself is small and intimate, with several tables and chairs. It was pretty packed when we got there, and were able to grab the last spot in the place with our ciders. I decided to do the cider flight and had the list of which each one was. The ciders ranged from dry to sweet and my most favorite was the Sidra and Tepache Mode. The folks who own this little place are very nice and let us know which local restaurant is currently carrying their ciders. Unfortunately, they are only open to the public on Saturdays from 12-5 at this time. I hope they expand their ciders and hours the next time I come up to CT. Definitely a place for those who loves ciders.

    Cool interiors!! And yes those are bikes on the ceiling.
    Yashna T.

    Can't say enough good things about my Saturday afternoon at Spoke and spy! Hours: Right now it's only open between 12 and 5 on Saturdays! Location: Nestled in an renovated industrial building in a neighborhood in Middletown between Forest City brewing and Stubborn Beauty brewing. The space: I think the best description is industrial chic - great space and tastefully decorated. It is a cozy space so sometimes finding seating can be challenging but there is counter space and the turnover is pretty good. It's also a dog friendly space. The owner and master brewer - Ron is super friendly and wonderful to talk to. Can't wait to see what he comes up with. Most importantly... the CIDER: 5 on tap during my visit - My personal favorites were (1) Tepache Mode which was very reminiscent of fall (can't wait to come back for a growler in a couple of months) and (2) Sub Rose - the strawberry flavor was the perfect way to brighten a spring afternoon. But truthfully, all 5 were great and offered a wide range of flavor, hop and dryness. Flight of 5 tasters was 10 bucks. And they fill growlers! Other perks - the Whey station (gourmet cheese food truck) is often stationed here! Just a great space to visit, especially if you have gluten-free friends! Note: If you're planning to spend an afternoon here, note that there isn't really a lot of place to hang out outside of the cidery - not much developed/grassy space. There are a couple of benches outside along the building but not much other seating space. I saw a couple of people with lawn chairs...?

    Katie L.

    Super cute cidery!!! Pretty small, but located in a cool old warehouse. The cider is SO GOOD and the flights are awesome. Flight of their 6 ciders for $15. We've already been twice in the last month. They're also dog friendly which we love. Same two employees have been both times that we went and they're so friendly and helpful. They currently have a pumpkin cider, so I assume they swap it out seasonally - can't wait to try what's next!

    Kasey B.

    This place is a great addition to the building. Having Forest City and Stubborn Beauty on either side, makes this the perfect weekend destination. The ciders here are on the sweeter side compared to my other favorite place, New England Cider Company, which just meant as an observation not a criticism. Not one single drop was left in any of the glasses of our flights. My favorite this last stop was the Tepache Mode. As indicated with the other reviews, the place is small and they are only open on Saturday's. The first time I stopped by, which was soon after they opened, they were so popular they ran out of ciders before closing time. Not sure if that still happens, but this last time we were the first in the door just in case!

    Some of the flavors they had the day we went. Definitely recommend #5 and 6!

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    Good range of flavors in the ciders. Very friendly owners and staff. It's a small place. Bring your own food, order some cider and hang out.

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    I had been eager to find a cider place in CT since I'm not a big beer fan and I'm so glad I found this place.

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    New England Cider Company

    New England Cider Company

    4.5(77 reviews)
    10.5 mi
    $$

    I was in the area on a beautiful day and decided to pop into a new-to-me local spot for a drink…read more That's how I ended up at New England Cider Company. It's tucked inside an old industrial park. If you're not looking closely, you'll drive right past it. Outside, there's a casual setup with a tent, whiskey barrel tables, and some umbrellas, which sounds nice in theory, but the grass really needed a cut. It kind of took away from the whole outdoor vibe. I was planning to sit out there, so that was a bit of a letdown. Inside was a pleasant surprise. It's much bigger than it looks from the outside. The bar is right at the entrance, which made it feel like a high-traffic zone, so not ideal for lingering. There was a private party in the main room, so I headed back outside to enjoy the sun. Now to the cider: I asked for 2 samples and ended up with the cider that I didn't actually choose, but hey, I'm not one to make a fuss so I went with it. The cider I wanted was actually pretty tasty, so I might return just to give the menu another try. You know how some ciders are sweet and yummy? The one I got was the kind that tastes sour but has a higher ABV. Still good, but my goal was sweet and yummy. Service was fine but not overly warm. Nothing bad, just not memorable. Would I go back? Sure, on a really nice day. If they had live music, I'd absolutely give it another shot. There's potential here, especially for cider fans, but it's not quite my go-to yet. They did have a very cool bathroom sink. Points for that!

    Awesome cider at this establishment! Always serving new flavors of the season. Definitely worth to…read morecheck this place out if you enjoy a good cup of hard cider.

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    Bushy Hill Cidery - The inside

    Bushy Hill Cidery

    4.8(4 reviews)
    27.7 mi

    We came to this farm in September for the tractor ride and apple picking. After, we bought a 4-pack…read moreof the Bear Essentials hard ciders and sat at one of the picnic tables to drink it. The ciders were enjoyable. Bushy Hill Cidery is located in Clark Farms. They make apple wine, cider, and hard cider from 20 different types of apples they grow. They have 4 types of hard ciders: 1. B.N.D (dry) 2. Ruddy Wild (dry-cranberry) 3.Jump Start (ginger flavored) 4.Bear Essentials (local honey blend-sweet) And 2 types of apple wine: 1. Citron 2. Apple Blossom They serve those in house and you can purchase cans and growlers to go. They also serve local CT craft beer and mimosas. There's a porch, patio, and indoor area to enjoy those drinks. They also serve food from a limited seasonal menu. I look forward to going back to try out some more of their ciders and food!

    The Bushy Hill Cidery is located on the same property as the Bushy Hill Orchard. The Cidery is only…read moreopen on the weekends. It is so adorable, homey and inviting on the inside. I got the Jump Start Cider! This is a ginger cider, it is light and invigorating and truly had all of senses ready to go! I love how refreshing and crisp it is! They also sell some locally made soaps, baked goods, and preservatives! I got a large jar of locally made honey. They also have ice cream, which I didn't try this time. I wish there was some live music here. They have board games you can play. I'm not familiar with a lot of Cideries in the area. This one is a lot of fun. Everything about The Bushy Hill Cidery is local and homemade. I cannot wait to go back and try more of their menu.

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    Hogan's Cider Mill - Wine slushee

    Hogan's Cider Mill

    4.5(133 reviews)
    23.0 mi
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    This place is so cute! A little crazy in space, but cute. There is limited parking before you have…read moreto park in a field. The tap room is also limited, but has picnic benches outside. The building itself has no water, so I'm not sure about restroom or if they exist. The first floor has all this cute locally made stuff, and donuts and pies. Yum. The second floor has a bar right at the top of the stairs (I suspect when they're busy a line may form there) and there are roughly three rooms with different types of tables and chairs to sit in. It IS worth getting a drink with a donut. Just grab napkins for sugar spills. My drink had the face of a Halloween pumpkin, and even though I'm not a drinker, was sweet without being toothaching and fun to drink.

    One of the best cider mills in CT for ambiance, apple cider donuts, cider, wine, and activities!…read more We learned from a worker that people travel all over the world to come here! Some from as far as Australia and different parts of Asia. They have a shop here with merch and different locally made items along with 3 places to buy drinks/donuts. Their most popular are their alcoholic ciders! The cider is tart and sweet, but not overly of either. Their don't is more cakey if you're into that! They also have mini golf for $12 which is a pretty good deal! There is a bunch of indoor and outdoor seating. And food trucks for lunch/dinner! Definitely a good spot for family and friends.

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