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05/15/2026
Heyoooooo come hang out with us tonight! Serpentine will be on tap at the Tavern at Barley & Sword from 5-10pm! Also, today is Sean’s birthday so raise a glass and toast to new beginnings! 🍻
🍏 Serpentine Cider Soft Launch Party
🗓️ May 15 from 5-10pm
📍 The Tavern at Barley & Sword (800 W. Grand Ave, Escondido)
05/14/2026
Come party with us as we celebrate the soft launch of Serpentine Cider at The Tavern at Barley & Sword on May 15 from 5-10pm!
We will have several of the most beloved flavors of Serpentine Cider available to be enjoyed throughout the night, from Apple Pie and Guava, to Dragonfruit Vanilla and Blueberry Lemon, and MORE! Enjoy great conversations with Serpentine Cider founder and cidermaker Sean and Barley & Sword founder and brewer Mike!
There will also be delicious food from Bravo Italian Food and amazing music from Nigel Cook Band.
We are waiting for our permanent permits to finalize, so this will be a *one night only* party until those come through! Don’t miss it!
🍏 Serpentine Cider Soft Launch Party
🗓️ May 15 from 5-10pm
📍 The Tavern at Barley & Sword (800 W. Grand Ave, Escondido)
05/12/2026
Join us for the soft launch of Serpentine Cider at The Tavern at Barley & Sword!
We will have several of the most beloved flavors of Serpentine Cider available to be enjoyed throughout the night! Enjoy great conversations with Serpentine Cider founder and cidermaker Sean and Barley & Sword founder and brewer Mike!
There will also be delicious food from Bravo Italian Food and amazing music from Nigel Cook Band.
As we wait for all of our permanent permits to finalize, we hope this special night gives you a taste of what’s to come as we join forces and bring craft beverages to San Diego through beer and cider!
Whether you’re a cider devotee or just cider-curious, we’d love to raise a glass with you.
🍏 Serpentine Cider Soft Launch Party
📍 The Tavern at Barley & Sword (800 W. Grand Ave, Suite 101, Escondido) from 5-10pm
🕯️ Good pours, good company, just the beginning
04/28/2026
We are SO HAPPY to be moving over to Barley & Sword! Mike embodies everything we tried to do at Serpentine, from caring about the quality of craft beverages to creating a space for the community to gather. We know he will do an amazing job as he takes over the helm of Serpentine Cider! Join us for the official launch party on May 16 at the Barley & Sword Tavern in Escondido!
02/25/2026
We are trying to find a new home for the amazing wood-burned mural that’s been hanging in our Miramar tasting room since day 1. It’s been in the background of many of our moments, and we love it deeply. Unfortunately, our house is too small to keep it, so we are hoping someone special will buy it! Dimensions are 8’ x 10’4” and we are asking $3,000 OBO. Please share, and message us if interested! Pickup from our former tasting room in Miramar, San Diego, CA.
12/31/2025
We’ve taken the holidays away from Serpentine Cider for the first time in 8 years! It’s been wonderful to relax, recharge and get some perspective and new ideas! We’re still working hard producing cider for bars and restaurants around San Diego County, so if you see us on tap, grab a glass to support! We are working on some other things for you all to enjoy in 2026 so keep following us into the new year 🥳
12/07/2025
We are doing our last public crowler pickup today from noon-5pm. We have a VERY limited number of crowlers left, so get there early. Once they are gone, they are gone. We will also be doing growler fills, so bring your own from home for us to fill! This will most likely be the last pickup event for the rest of the month, and we don’t know what 2026 will bring. If you would like to place a pre-order, message me before 11am and we will fill them ahead of time. Otherwise it is first come first serve. Thanks for your support!!!!
12/03/2025
Feeling nostalgic today, this was five years ago in the middle of the pandemic. I remember us taking a break from filling to-go crowlers and sitting on the bar for a quick pick me up, so proud of how Sean pivoted to keep Serpentine alive and running. Five years later, here we are filling to-go crowlers again! Closing our tasting room is not a failure, it’s a new chapter. For those of you who have been riding along with us these past 8 years, thank you! I hope to see some of you tonight at crowler pickups from 5-8, or this Sunday from noon-5 (Sean will be at this one). Bear with us as we continue figuring out logistics and details for the future! -Bree
12/01/2025
We have two crowler pick up dates coming up this week:
*Wednesday, Dec. 3 from 5-8pm
*Sunday, Dec. 7 from noon-5pm
You will also have a chance to get three unreleased cider flavors from Sean:
*Banana Foster
*Cranberry Clementine
*Dragonfruit Vanilla
This will probably be the last time we are doing public crowler pickups for December. If you would like to message me with your crowler orders, I can have them ready for you to pick up so you don't have to wait in line. Also message us if you would like to inquire about shipping!
11/26/2025
Another update! We will have two pickup windows available for you to come and get crowlers of cider from our Miramar tasting room!
*Wednesday, December 3 from 5-8pm
*Sunday, December 7 from noon-5pm
Since this might be the last time we are doing public pick up of our cider at our tasting room for awhile, feel free to bring those growlers from home for us to fill up too! We will also have any extra merch available for sale. Viper members, this will be your chance to pick up any remaining crowlers, and your memberships have been cancelled so you won’t be charged after November.
We still plan on doing distribution around San Diego so we hope you can find us in many local bars and restaurants. We will definitely keep you updated as this new part of the Serpentine Cider journey unfolds! Thank you all for your continued support. We love you all!
-Sean and Bree
11/22/2025
A few updates:
1. We will be scheduling a day for everyone to come pick up crowlers at the tasting room, most likely after the week of Thanksgiving. This will also be the time to purchase any remaining merch that we have left!
2. While our tasting room is now closed, our distribution is still running so you can still find Serpentine Cider around town at various stores and restaurants (Whistle Stop, North Park Beer Co, Regents Pizzaria, O’Brien’s Pub and Pizza Port IB to name a few).
3. Thank you to everyone who has reached out and offered to help. There was literally nothing anyone could have done. This year was an amazing year for us and we have had the most support we have ever had and it was still not enough to keep our doors open. The tasting room model has not worked for us since the pandemic, so we are excited to figure out what Serpentine Cider as a brand and company will look like in the future.
As Freddie says, the show must go on!
— Sean and Bree
11/19/2025
Our tasting room and kitchen are closed to the public until further notice. If you have an event scheduled, we have already reached out or are in the process of reaching out. We're really sad to have to finally post an update like this, and are not sure what the future holds for us as a company. We will post another update once we have more info and have had time to process and gather our thoughts!
11/18/2025
Kick off your holiday week with flair and fabulous prizes before the family chaos begins with Drag Bingo hosted by the iconic Nadya Symone!
Join us at Serpentine Cider & Smokehouse in San Diego on Tuesday, November 25th from 6-8pm for a night of bingo, cider, and sass!
Expect:
✨ Fierce competition
✨ Hilarious bingo rounds
✨ Delicious cider & mouth-watering food
✨ Fabulous prizes
✨ All the pre-Thanksgiving joy (and none of the dishes)
Bring your friends, bring your fun energy, and get ready to yell BINGO, HONEY! 💅
📍 Serpentine Cider & Smokehouse, San Diego
📅 Tuesday, Nov. 25 | 🕕 6pm – 8pm
FREE to play! RSVP & share — the more queens & queens-at-heart, the merrier! 👑✨
11/16/2025
Today is the day! Stop by anytime between noon and 7pm to enjoy the market caught between seasons - where the spirit of Halloween lingers and the chill of winter begins to bite. Sip and shop from dozens of unique local artists, craftsman, witches and wizards as the winter solstice approaches.
11/16/2025
The rainy weekend is kind of perfect for our Haunted Holiday Market! We will be inside our event space, so rain or shine, we will see you tomorrow!!!! Sip and shop from dozens of unique local artists, craftsman, witches and wizards as the winter solstice approaches. This market is free to attend!
The Haunted Holiday Market
Sunday, November 16
Noon - 7pm
Serpentine Cider & Smokehouse
8665 Miralani Drive, #100
Miramar, San Diego, CA
11/14/2025
We are hosting a food drive for Feeding San Diego! We want to make a difference for our neighbors facing hunger. We have two collection boxes at our tasting room.
Here is a list of the most needed food items:
* Peanut butter
* Ready-to-eat meals like canned soups, ravioli and chili
* Canned proteins like tuna, salmon, or chicken
* Kitchen essentials like cooking oil and spices
FSD prefer plastic containers and pop top cans. If you are facing food insecurity, feel free to take from the boxes if you are visiting our tasting room. We will drop the boxes off at Feeding San Diego once they are full. You can also do a virtual food drive from the comfort of your own home or make a monetary donation to Feeding San Diego instead. All food donations go directly to San Diegans facing hunger throughout the county 💖
Address
8665 Miralani Dr Ste 100
San Diego, CA
92126
To reach your destination, you have a couple of options depending on your mode of transport.
**Public Transport:**
1. **Bus:** Take the local bus service that operates along Route 123. Get off at the "Cider Lane" stop, which is a short walk from your destination.
2. **Train:** If you're coming by train, board a train heading towards the nearest station. From there, you can catch Bus 456 or take a taxi for a quick ride to your final stop.
**Driving/Parking:**
1. If you're driving, head towards Main Street and follow signs for Cider Road.
2. There is ample parking available on-site; look for the designated visitor parking area upon arrival.
Make sure to check local schedules and traffic updates for the best experience!
Opening Hours
| Wednesday |
11am - 8pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 8pm |
| Friday |
11am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 7pm |
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What people say
Serpentine Cider is a delightful destination for cider enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike. This pub specializes in handcrafted low-sugar hard cider made from fresh-pressed juices, ensuring a refreshing experience without any artificial flavors.
The vibrant atmosphere at Serpentine Cider makes it the perfect spot for social gatherings and themed events. Recently, they hosted an exciting Halloween party that featured themed drinks, delicious food, and engaging activities like trivia nights and movie screenings. Guests enjoyed the chance to showcase their creativity with costume contests while sipping on their favorite ciders.
With a commitment to quality and community engagement, Serpentine Cider continues to offer unique experiences that bring people together. Whether you're looking for a fun night out or simply want to enjoy a well-crafted cider, this venue promises a memorable time filled with flavor and festivity.
