The Maine Cider Trail: Discover the State’s Best Cider Bars, Orchards & Tasting Rooms
- Gerry Caron
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🍎 The Maine Cider Trail of Cider Bars & Cideries: Discover the Hard Cider Revival
Maine’s love affair with hard cider runs deep — all the way back to the 1750s when locals drank up to 35 gallons a year, and even children sipped watered-down “ciderkin.” Though cider fell out of favor for decades, the craft cider movement is back in full force, blending old-world orchard traditions with modern innovation.
Across Maine, you’ll find farm-based cideries reviving heirloom apple varieties and urban cider bars showcasing both local and international selections. Whether you’re exploring the Maine Highlands, MidCoast, or Greater Portland, there’s a glass waiting for you on the Maine Cider Trail.
🍎 Top Cider Bars & Cideries in Maine
Absolem Cider Company – Winthrop, Maine
Rustic, Heirloom, and HandcraftedLocated on a 50-acre farm, Absolem Cider ferments, ages, and blends its small-batch ciders in a renovated 1850s barn. Their nascent orchard includes apple varieties originally grown in Winthrop in the late 1700s, keeping Maine’s apple history alive.
🧀 Build your own charcuterie board, or enjoy local food trucks on weekends.
📍 85 Absolem Lane, Winthrop, ME
Ricker Hill Orchards & Cider Tasting Rooms – Turner, Greene & Auburn
Family-Owned & Generations DeepA Maine favorite since 1803, Ricker Hill’s ciders are crisp, creative, and authentically local.
Turner:
12-tap tasting room with classics and seasonal specialties.
Greene (Vista of Maine Vineyard & Cidery):
Try their Mainiac Hard Cider while soaking in sweeping mountain views.
Auburn (Wallingford’s Orchard):
Sip cider and enjoy orchard strolls and seasonal festivities.⛷️ Free snowshoe trails in winter!
Portersfield Cider – Pownal, Maine
Artisan Cider, Farm-to-Glass ExperienceWith 225+ varieties of modern and heirloom apples, Portersfield creates dry, elegant ciders that reflect the Maine landscape. Enjoy cider flights paired with local, seasonal bites in their barn-style tasting room.
📅 Open mid-April through late fall.
📍 347 Flat Road, Pownal, ME
Orchard Girls Cidery – Kingfield, Maine
Maine Highlands Charm in Every PourLocated just north of Farmington, this women-run cidery offers still and dry ciders crafted entirely from Maine-grown apples. Their cozy farmhouse tasting room is a perfect stop after a mountain adventure.
📍 64 Freeman Ridge Road, Kingfield, ME
Stone Tree Farm & Cidery – Unity, Maine
Where Community & Cider Come TogetherStarted by two friends, Stone Tree combines farm-grown apples, local produce, and good company. Enjoy a cider flight on their lawn, play games, or catch live music and food trucks during summer weekends.
📍 53 Center Road, Unity, ME
Anoche – Portland, Maine
Spanish-Inspired Cider Bar & BistroPortland’s most unique cider experience. Anoche offers over 40 local and international ciders, alongside craft cocktails and Spanish-style small plates. Perfect for both cider aficionados and first-timers.
📍 43 Washington Ave, Portland, ME
Freedom’s Edge Cider – Albion & Portland, Maine
Authentic Maine Craft, Double the FunFreedom’s Edge blends small-town spirit with modern craft technique. Visit their Albion farmhouse tasting room or their urban Portland location for rotating taps of balanced, full-bodied hard ciders.
📍 31 Freedom Lane, Albion, ME | 31 Diamond St, Portland, ME
🍂 Plan Your Maine Cider Adventure
Whether you’re leaf-peeping in fall, snowshoeing between orchards, or enjoying a sunny tasting flight, Maine’s cider trail offers year-round adventure. Many cideries host events, music nights, and pairing dinners, so check their websites for seasonal happenings.
📸 Don’t forget to tag your cider adventures with #MaineCiderTrail #DrinkMaineMade #VisitMaine
🧭 Featured Cider Regions to Explore
🍎 Southern Maine & Greater Portland – Urban cider houses and craft bars.
🌲 Maine Highlands – Rustic tasting rooms in Unity, Kingfield & Bangor area.
🌊 MidCoast & DownEast – Orchard-to-glass heritage at its finest.
What to Do in the Moosehead Lake Region & Beyond: Your Complete Guide to Outdoor Adventure & Local Attractions
Planning a trip to the Moosehead Lake region in Maine? You're in for an unforgettable experience packed with adventure, breathtaking natural beauty, and cozy lodging options. From high-adrenaline ATV trails to peaceful paddles on glassy waters, the Moosehead Lake area is a four-season playground perfect for outdoor lovers, families, and anyone looking to unplug and explore.
Want more insider tips? Discover top recommendations at Moose River Lookout, your go-to resource for:
🛶 Boating & paddling routes
🎣 Fishing hotspots
🏕️ Wilderness camping sites
🥾 Trail maps for hiking & nature walks
🍽️ Local dining & shopping recommendations
Stay updated with the latest happenings and news in the Moosehead Lake region. Learn more about what to do and where to go in the Moosehead Lake area and beyond.
🏡 Where to Stay: Moose River Lookout – Your Basecamp for Adventure
Located in Rockwood, Maine, Moose River Lookout is the ultimate vacation home rental for adventurers and nature lovers alike. Nestled on the Moose River, this cozy home features:
Private Dock with access to Moosehead Lake
3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | Sleeps 7
Free WiFi & TV
Backup Generator
Easy driveway access for trailers & ATVs
Direct access to ITS66 Snowmobile Trails
Year-round availability for summer AND winter sports
Whether you're hiking Blue Ridge, casting a line in the river, or hitting the snowmobile trails—Moose River Lookout is where your Maine vacation begins.
Ultimate Outdoor Getaway
With direct backyard access to Maine's Interconnected Trail System (ITS66) and a private dock on the river, adventure awaits right outside your door. Whether you're into hiking, golfing, boating, fishing, hunting, skiing, or snowmobiling, you'll find it all just steps away from our doorstep.
Book Your Stay
Experience the ultimate outdoor getaway in the heart of Maine's natural beauty. For inquiries or to make a reservation, please don't hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming you to Moose River Lookout, lodging Rockwood Maine a Vacation Home Rental, on Moose River with access to Moosehead Lake and Mt. Kineo!
Phone: 800-544-0300
Email: mooseriverlookout@gmail.com
Address: 4054 Rockwood Rd Rockwood, ME 04478
Website: Moose River Lookout