Cideries worth a road trip in Ontario
West Avenue Cider, Hamilton
With over 15 different varieties of apples grown locally from the shores of Lake Ontario to the Georgian Bay coast, cider has become a year-round favourite beverage.
Refreshingly crisp in summer, tart and tasty in fall and warm and spicy in winter, cider has no off-season and is best enjoyed amidst the picture-perfect landscapes and orchards.
Plan your next road trip to a welcoming cideries and discover even more growers and craft makers at Ontario Craft Ciders.
York, Durham and Headwaters
Applewood Farm Winery
North of Port Perry, overlooking Lake Scugog, Applewood Farm Winery is a family-run farm specializing in finely crafted fruit wines, mead and ciders.
Pick your apples and strawberries before heading to the tasting room for the delicious cider made from the same farm-grown ingredients, like the Strawberry Rhubarb Cider.
Location: 2055 Saintfield Road
Spirit Tree Estate Cidery
Spirit Tree Estate is a complete foodie experience, offering a wide range of both sweet and hard ciders, along with a fantastic on-site bakery and bistro.
Don’t miss the Applelager, a cider made with lager yeast and a hint of caramel. It pairs brilliantly with freshly made wood-oven pizzas.
Location: 1137 Boston Mills Road, Terra Cotta
Two Blokes Cider
Two Blokes Cider creates award-winning varieties of cider using authentic cider apples and methods inspired by the founders’ time spent in the United Kingdom.
Several different flights are served in the tasting room and special events are hosted on the farm.
Location: 21300 Simcoe Street, Seagrave
Banjo Cider
Located in the heart of apple country, Banjo Cider produces handcrafted cider made from certified organic Ontario apples. The on-site restaurant and dog-friendly patio are open during the summer months, featuring live music. During the colder months, cozy up beside fire pits.
Location: 614 Sandford Road, Uxbridge
Slabtown Cider Co.
Pair handcrafted heritage cider with grazing boards, salads, handhelds and pizza at Slabtown Cider Eatery. Check out the calendar of special events, including live music.
Location: 4559 Concession 6, Uxbridge
Archibald’s Orchard & Winery
In addition to refreshing ciders with and without alcohol, farm products include wine, preserves, fresh apples in season and delicious baked goods such as the popular caramel apple dumplings.
Location: 6275 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville
Grey, Bruce and Simcoe
Spy Cider House and Distillery
Come for the novelty, stay for the delicious dry ciders. Spy Cider House has fully embraced its theme, from the clean lines and modern architecture to the stylish cider and spirits bar.
Find the Cider House tucked among the scenic fields and orchards of Georgian Bay. Book ahead for the Spartan Experience, which is a nicely appointed trailer complete with fireside seating and food pairings with the ciders. The Nest Experience can be booked for the upper floors of the distillery, with views of the landscape outside.
Location: 808108, Side Road 24, Clarksburg
Twin Pines Orchards & Cider House
Set on a 20-hectare property in Lambton Shores, Twin Pines produces its cider apples and berries as well as a large selection of other fruits and vegetables. Enjoy tasting the variety of traditional hard ciders, as well as perry and apple wine.
Despite its size and accolades, Twin Pines Orchards and Cider House remains an unassuming local favourite hidden away on the edges of Lake Huron, less than an hour’s drive from London.
Location: 8169 Kennedy Line, Thedford
Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery & Cidery
Annan for some of the area’s finest wines and ciders. Pair a tasting flight with the Vintner’s Plate, a selection of artisan cheeses, bread and local meats.
Duntroon Cyder House
Just south of Collingwood, this rural property invites visitors to experience traditional cider made with Duntroon Parish heritage apples outdoors on the summer tasting green.
Location: 3079 County Road 124, Glen Huron
Huron, Perth, Waterloo and Wellington
East Street Cider Co.
Just north of Bayfield in Goderich is Huron County’s first craft cidery. In addition to a terrific selection of craft cider and beer served in the taproom, special events include baking, bingo, comedy and pilates.
Location: 130 East Street, Goderich
Revel Cider
Cider connoisseurs will want to sample the variety of flavours brewed at Revel Cider. Pushing the boundaries beyond apple fermentations, sample exciting fruit and botanical-based blends.
Location: 62 Dawson Road, Guelph
Hamilton, Halton and Brant
West Avenue Cider House
West Avenue is a sweet treat, with an onsite Farm Store and Bakeshop at Somerset Orchards. Artisanal ciders are made from heritage apples grown in the orchards, keeping the profile of traditional country flavours.
It is worth the visit for the monthly specials, which are seasonally inspired and exclusive to the Cider House.
While West Avenue’s range of classic ciders is always popular, you can’t go past the Legend of the Fall, inspired by Spanish sidras. Located on the outskirts of Hamilton, West Avenue Cider House also offers a three-bedroom cottage for guests to stay on the property – talk about a sweet deal.
Location: 84 Concession Road 8 East, Freelton
Southeastern Ontario
Loch Mór Cider Company
Holding its own among wine-making heavyweights in Prince Edward County, Loch Mór Cider Company has been producing beautiful European-inspired ciders since 2017.
The name “Loch Mór” is Irish Gaeilge for “Great Lake,” pairing the traditional origins of ciders with the one-of-a-kind Lake Ontario you can view from the cidery’s al fresco dining space.
If you love a good dry cider, try Pommeau – it’s a delicious barrel-aged, fortified cider, perfect with a platter of cheese.
Location: 890 Danforth Rd, Hillier, Prince Edward County
Southwestern Ontario
Hounds of Erie Winery & Cidery
This dog-friendly estate was borne out of a passion for wine, ciders and dogs.
Named after the nearby Lake Erie, the boutique family-owned winery crafts small batch wines and ciders. You won’t mind a stop in the proverbial Dog House or drinking this hard cider of the same name, made from golden russet apples with fresh Ontario Citra Hops.
Grab a glass and take your pup for a self-guided tour through the orchard. During summer, Hounds of Erie celebrates the ‘Dog Days of Summer,’ with special events dedicated to a different dog breed each Sunday.
Location: 377 7th Concession Road Enr, Clear Creek, Norfolk County
Muskoka, Algonquin Park and Parry Sound
Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery
For something a little different, head to Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery just north of Bala, in the heart of Muskoka. Famous for their signature cranberry wines, cider lovers will be delighted to sample Cliff Jump Cranberry Cider, which combines Ontario apples with Muskoka-grown cranberries to create an unforgettable taste of summer.
In the fall, the equally popular Cranberry Plunge with Muskoka Lakes Farm cranberry sausage on a bun is a must. There’s more delicious food and drink on the menu at McArthur House Cafe, so make it a day trip and explore the nearby Cranberry Hiking Trails.
Location: 1074 Cranberry Road, Bala
Haliburton Highlands to the Ottawa Valley
Brooker’s Cider
Savour the refreshingly dry taste of natural hard cider made from wild apples grown on the farm with nothing artificial added.
Open five days a week, you’re welcome to visit for tasting flights.
Location: 1632 Scotch Bush Road, Douglas
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Last updated: June 9, 2025