We stopped into Wild Elder Wine & Cider for a quick lunch, and I was so pleased with their menu! They had several lunch options and charcuterie boards of various sizes. They took into account my preferences when building the board, and everything came out beautiful and delicious! I got a mocktail that I loved, but the wine & cider options also looked great. This is a must-visit stop on your visit to Jim Thorpe - you won't regret it! read more

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What a great little location to enjoy wine, cider and/or some food as well. We learned that there is also outdoor space in the back, although we didn't check it out We stopped in on a Tuesday early afternoon. They share a dining space with a donut shop. Perfect set up. The woman who waited on us was so friendly, explaining anything we had questions about. I enjoyed a glass of Red Fox Grape Wine and my boyfriend had a flight. And yes of course we each bought a bottle of wine in our way out! We are planning a weekend in Jim Thorpe in the winter and will definitely be stopping by again! read more

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Excellent service! Drink was delicious Homemade Elderberry syrup! Owner and employee were very helpful since it was the first time visiting the store. They made you feel like you belonged there. Thank you! read more

We were very excited to be staying across from a wine and cider shop and couldn't wait to try a few flights. The service was great, the lady behind the counter was super knowledgeable and helped us try some new things with samples and suggestions. We bought quite a few bottles. Sadly one of our cans of cider was no sealed correctly and leaked all over our car. We went back in the next day to show them and explain and they replaced it no questions asked with a smile. Highly recommend for a quick bite and a few good sips. Seating is limited at certain times of the day but it cleared out quickly. read more

We had the same experience as another customer with the service. The lady seemed bothered that we came in for a flight at 530. Also did not really help with suggestions or information about the offerings. So we winged it. I did like the White fox. Did not really like the elderberry read more

Wild Elder Wine and Cider - Wineries Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Friendly service - we tried their red & white wine slushy as a little treat after our train ride. Of course - forgot to get a picture but a very tasty drink- if you're in the area check them out. read more

Wild Elder Wine and Cider - The white doors open to the entrance - we were a bit too early - very pretty inside too. - Wineries Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

This town is beautiful. The winery was fine and nice service was excellent. We didn't have food but the blue wine was delicious and I grabbed a bottle. Beware! Apparently there's no parking very upset about the parking situation. Got a $50 ticket and there was no sign indicating that there was no parking in the spot we were at. Was only here for the wine cider tasting was maybe an hour in the spot. read more

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It was ok. The service was rude and honestly such a turn off we almost walked out. Clearly this is a tourist type town right. We walked up and asked what do they have, and they just kind of pointed to the taps. Like, lady, we don't know anything here, types of wine, cider, flavor profiles, etc. They literally provided no help, while one of the bartenders ate. We just took a shot in the dark with a flight. Honestly, none of it was great. We definitely didn't walk out wanting more or wanting to take any home. I will say the donut shop next door was very good and is attached with a bathroom. But as for the wine and cider, coupled with the service this is a skip. read more

The sweet wines are very sweet, but they're also really good, that's why our glasses are empty. The venue has a very nice ambiance, and I really like the various paintings on the wall that are for sale. The service is very quick. read more

Wild Elder Wine and Cider - White fox grape wine, red fox grape wine - Wineries Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Small family owned business. Great service and amazing local wines! They have something for everyone. I have been coming here for the four years I have lived here and I love it and always recommend to anyone visiting town! read more

Went inside because it's one of the only places locally with cider. I asked the lady for a sweet cider - she pointed to the menu which said sweetest. I asked because I wanted an opinion not to be told to read it myself. Apple cider wine was OK at best. My wife had a dandelion cider. They were $9 each for a 12 ounce paper cup. Based on the lack of customer service and prices, we will not return. read more

What a nice little stop for after a ride on the Santa Clause Special on the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway. Super friendly people, cozy ambiance, good selection of cider/wine which they break down into dry, semi-dry, and sweet categories for you (get a flight so you can try a little of each!) , and great charcuterie boards too! Definitely worth stopping in! Jim Thorpe has no open container law either, so make sure to grab something to go when you leave. read more

Wild Elder Wine and Cider - Flight - Wineries Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

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Drinks were pretty decent, for 2 cups of cider it was $20. Decent atmosphere, however drinks were far too overpriced.

My fiancé and I stopped by while visiting the area. We are really into ciders. We LOVED the apple cider- it was so tasty. The staff was very friendly and it was located in a prime area. Would definitely stop by again. read more

Wild Elder Wine and Cider - Wineries Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Wine, cider, cider cocktails and good food. Though this is a wine and cider shop, we stopped in to grab a quick caprese sandwich. The sandwich was fresh and tasted great. The staff was great in helping us choose the sandwich and the sides that came with it. We just devoured the sandwich. Great stop to try some fruit wines, cider and sandwiches. read more

Sometimes you just get lucky and this is one of those times. Wild Elder shares an entrance with a donut shop we wanted to try, but was sold out and closed. Lisa at Wild Elder was there and very helpful, so why not drink instead :) Lisa was so helpful, thoughtful and fun to chat with. What started as a courtesy glass of wine or two for the friendliness turned into an hour or so of wining (in the good way like a bottle plus), charcuterie and chatting. It was after closing time, but we still were able to chat while she got ready to close. As a former business owner, I kept asking if she wanted us to leave, but she kept attending to us and said it was fine. The kicker was when she refused a tip. The system they use always asks for a tip and since we weren't sure how long we would stay, I kept closing out at each round. The last round (which I didn't know was the last at the time :), I asked her to let me finish processing my payment/tip and she refused. I said I need to add tip and she said "I know", but no. What a sweetheart. I know people don't always work for tips, but I'm happy to when appropriate. Never refused. Argued, but never refused. Going to have to recommend this place for anyone visiting Jim Thorpe and listen to Lisa's suggestions, because she was right on for what we wanted. Just let them know what your preferences are! If you are as lucky as we were and get her on a slow night, tip her well for me :) I think I did the first few rounds, but still left wanting to thank her more. I hope this review shows her how much we appreciated her. Please don't expect the same if busy, that's just not fair. Also think right time and right place has something to do with it. I also think we are nice people and people are nice because of that, so don't be an ass and expect the same :). Otherwise, please enjoy this treasure in Jim Thorpe!!!! read more

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This place was wonderful! We strolled in looking for some local wines / ciders and we were not disappointed. The staff were all super nice, gave us samples, and gave us drinks to go so we could do a "sip and stroll" since we were limited on time for shopping around the main drag. They have fun and different flavors - I definitely recommend checking it out! read more

Wild Elder Wine and Cider - Dark and Stormy - Wineries Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

Absolutely wonderful little shop! You can get everything from charcuterie , light snacks,Elderberry syrup... their own fantastic wine, cider, and also wine slushies. Everything I had was great I wanted to stay forever and eat and drink everything. Will definitely be going back read more

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a very cute place to grab a drink and some food! got there pretty early in the day so it wasn't busy which was perfect. stopped in for the tasting flight and all four options were recommended at the counter, I ended up leaving with some cans and a bottle of wine the outdoor area was great for my dog, nice and shaded. we were the only ones out for a while but then it did start to get a bit busier out there when we were leaving. read more

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I asked them to surprise me with my wine flight. No disappointment at all! Great selections. My favorite was the White Fox! read more

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Super cute little winery and cidery that offers tastings of wine and cider at a reasonable price! I thought the ciders were good and the ambiance in the outdoor area/alleyway they had was really cute. The outdoor area was really good for taking photos! The indoor area was a little lacking in seats/space kind of but it wasn't packed by any means. The people inside were also really nice and allowed us to sample the wine slushees before purchasing also! Those were really good as well. It is located in the back of a donut shop on the main road in town. We had to park pretty far away due to the lack of parking in the area so be prepared for that! read more

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Service was great but the wine and ciders really missed the mark for me. Three stars is generous. I gave most of the wine away as I didn't want to drink it. -Red Fox: Good, sweet red. This was the best of all the tastings I did. Very similar taste to vynecrest and a great holiday wine. -Apple Cider: Horrible, more like a seltzer. No strong apple flavor. -Elderflower: Decent, released the day we visited on 10/9 and much better then the apple cider. -Elderberry: Eh, dry wine taste with a berry finish. -Blueberry: Eh again, I didn't enjoy this. It tastes more of a seltzer then a cider. -Elderberry Apple Cider: Okay, very tart (not overly sweet, not too dry) but a lot of carbonation. Tulsi- Not bad, sweet finish to a dry wine. Reminds me of a bourbon barrel finished wine with a sweet aftertaste. read more

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A little crowded and not too much space, the outside was available but a little chilly still. The charcuterie board was simple but tasty. They use truffle honey and that was delicious, they also sell it there. The flight was good, loved the sweet dandelion and the blueberry wine. Staff was nice! read more

Wild Elder Wine and Cider - Wine flight and Caprese panini - Wineries Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

What a lovely experience in a cozy, hidden gem of a space. As you near Wild Elder, you may very well miss it, driving by what looks like a well-kept corrugated metal shack. There's a few small signs that let visitors know they've arrived and a great logo that hints more at what's inside, but otherwise it's a tucked away little den. But inside...what a wonderful time. Josh, the co-owner of Wild Elder, is there to greet you and stands amid the rows of barrels and wine and cider-making paraphernalia as he walks you through the loftier romance of wine and cider, along with the interesting science of how its all made. My partner and I visited yesterday and were able to sample from three bottles that were ready: a black elderberry wine, a hard elderberry cider and a hard apple cider. All three were delicious, a mix of tart, sweet and crisp for the ciders and smooth and dry for the wine. We left with two bottles. If you're in the area, don't leave without visiting. It's by appointment only, leading to a more intimate tasting and convenient for scheduling purposes. Josh is a thoroughly friendly and knowledgeable host, whose passion for the craft is immediately clear. We'll definitely be back when in the area. And can't wait for that tasting room.. read more

Wild Elder Wine and Cider - The outside of Wild Elder, with a logo signaling what's in store. - Wineries Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

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Let's just say Wild Elder is on my top 5 of wineries now. I loved this little Winery in Jim Thorpe. I was in the area for the weekend and decided to visit with my mom and sister and I'm glad we did. When we walked in it's such a cute little winery with a few tables to sit at as well as little items to purchase like magnets, stickers, etc. and as we walked to the counter we were greeted by Cheryl. Cheryl was so sweet and pleasant. She gave us the run down of the wines and explained anything we needed to know. We decided to do flights of wine as well as ordered sandwiches. We sat at a table and we went down the line from start to finish and I loved the white fox grape wine from the list of the sweet wines. I loved it so much I brought a bottle of it. Our sandwiches were delicious. My mom and I had their rendition of the blt and my sister had the egg plant sandwich which she enjoyed because she is vegan and was pleasantly surprised they had options for her. If you don't buy anything else buy the bottle of Elderberry it's the best I have ever tasted. It's so good for everything especially in the winter time during cold and flu season. Lastly Wild Elder is connected to a donut shop so don't forget to stop in there the donuts are delicious. read more

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Just had lunch at wild elder. Their cheese board was was great and the range of cider covered my friends preferences!

LOVED IT. LOVED JOSHUA. LOVED HIS ELDERBERRY CIDER. His space is a little quaint spot in Leighton with so much great backstory and company. Josh has great stories and learning about his wine and ciders was so damn interesting. Please stop by his place if you're in thr area. You'll be in for a good treat. read more

I wanted to go there to check out the artwork that was being displayed. This was my first visit. I really liked the feeling when you walk in as the people are very nice! I tasted the very best white wine I ever had in my life! nectar of the God's I call it! I purchased a bottle to take home. My daughter and son came along as well as my husband. My daughter loved the white cider and I had them can one for her to take home also! they can it right there for you! I loved the artwork and I did leave my business card there for business loans as well because I wanted to give an option if they need some cash to support the business at any time. This is a gem!! Mary Outwater Sunshine Business Loans LLC read more

Super friendly folks. I got a couple cans of cider and a nice charcuterie box to go.

My wife and I enjoyed 2 flights and a lovely charcuterie board! Every glass we had was wonderful. From dry wines and ciders to sweet wines we enjoyed every sip. The owners were lovely to chat with and truly care about their craft and customers. If you can, sit a while in the back patio, which is a wonderful little outdoor oasis. read more

Wild Elder Wine and Cider - Our two flights of wine/cider. - Wineries Near Me - Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

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6 stars if I could. The wine and ciders were not jaw-dropping good, but were tasty and amazing given the price (12$ for a flight of 4x2oz). Charcuterie boards were the first I've had in many years that wasn't just a generic overpriced 3 cheese & cracker board. It came with some good unique cheeses, delicious toppings, some amazing sopressata & prosciutto, and the staff was well versed on explaining pairings. Staff were super friendly and gave great suggestions. Sandwiches were also pretty good too. And theres a cute courtyard in back to eat at! read more

Stopped by just as Wild Elder was opening. We were met by a lovely woman who explained all the wines and ciders, took care of our lunch orders, and was incredibly welcoming. We enjoyed delicious food and drinks in the little courtyard, and hope to return! read more

Stopped in to try some cider On 8/20. Great customer service and delicious cider. Something for everyone.

Just speaking for the wine and wine slushes until I return. Magnificent! Just what we needed on a hot day. For those who are familiar with the taste of wild grapes off the vine this is what you get! We had the white whine. There is red or you can mix the two. Flights of wine available, bottles and food. Great place to stop while in town! read more

I've been there twice already. Small cute little place with a great outdoor space to sit at when it's warmer out. They have a nice menu option for charcuterie or sandwiches and everything is so fresh. The wine is really good and I love the malt wine when it's cold out! Definitely worth visiting when you're downtown. read more

This is a cute little winery with soft music playing in the background and art hanging on the walls. I went to do a tasting with bone the wines and ciders they have. Regarding the ciders we tried the Apple Cider, Elderberry Cider, Apple Elderflower, and Rosemary Hibiscus. Out of those my favorite was the Apple Cider. I could compare it to a Bold Rock Hard Cider but just less sweet. For the wines we tried the Elderberry Wine, Blueberry, Red Fox Grape, and the White Fox Grape. The Elderberry Wine wasn't for me at all, but it could be for others! The Blueberry was okay. The Red & White Fox Grape were much sweeter than the Blueberry and Elderberry. They were almost on the too sweet side, but they were good! I would definitely come back. The guy working the shop at the time was very helpful. read more

Stopped in and the woman was SO welcoming and sweet! She provided great service and told us about their company. Great conversationalist in addition giving us great other recommendations in Jim Thorpe. Saw her on the street the next morning and she remembered us and asked us about the rest of the previous day. Also, GREAT cider!! Would highly recommend stopping in! read more

We loved this place!!! We booked a tasting for our group not knowing what to expect and ended up having our own private tasting. Josh was amazing and was able to manage our crazy group. He was so informative and the tasting was great , we ended taking a few bottles with us. Highly recommend over the bigger places in the area. read more

The most delectable sandwiches and cheese board to have! And the elderberry cider was delicious.

Lovely little shop in Jim Thorpe. Wines and ciders were delicious and unique. Proprietor very knowledgeable and friendly. Go for the flights. Don't want to miss any of the fun flavors. Nice there were good dry and sweet choices. Hope I get back there again. Beautiful back patio to sip and chill. read more