Texas Keeper Cider

My husband stopped in early on my birthday to have a cider and say hi to Lindsey, the manager. She is always so great to see and chat with! First time I was at Texas Keeper was for a wedding I was working at. They were incredible to work with and I highly recommend this as an event venue! Besides an incredible venue it is a lovely place to go and relax and try a delicious cider! They have all sorts of ciders that are perfect for anyone. My husband doesn't like cider and Lindsey was able to offer him a couple of different options that had more of a beer focus for the flavor profile. I had the Goldrush (my favorite as it is nice, light and crisp). Let's just say I won as he told me I was right and there was something there that he would like! I cannot wait to go back, try some other ciders and something off of the food menu!

Great service, Awesome drinks, European type food (healthy + homemade), and did I say great service! The Pecan stout is so tasty as well as the rose, the begal dog is a brat in a perfectly toasted bun, Everything is delicious!

It's like a winery, but with apples. Really cool place with great vibes. The staff were all really friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the big patio area, amongst the big live oak trees they have tons of seating including Adirondack chairs. Great place to enjoy a sunset. Would highly recommend if you're trying to get out of the city for a bit. Easy to get to from South Austin or I35. Plenty of parking.

Had a work event with a talent show. The place was beautiful. staff was friendly and the cider was amazing. We had a honey tasting an learning session about how they make it as well as getting to take home our own honey "infusion" of choice. The food was farm to table and all healthy and fresh. I would to come and host an event here myself. Thank you for a great night!

I absolutely LOVED it here! Like the other reviews say, it gives more of a winery vibe than a brewery/cidery. I came in early afternoon on a Saturday and it was very quiet. Family friendly so there were children and babies, but so respectful and well behaved. I didn't spend time outside because of the heat, but it looked cozy out there as well. I can't remember the name of the kind woman that helped me, but she seemed very knowledgeable and her recommendations were dead on based off my taste in wine/cider/cocktails in general. The cider flight was delicious - big fan of the grafter rosé - and I got a glass of the heirloom as well. So delicious that I'm thinking of ordering a few bottles online and shipping them to my home state! The pretzel was great as well - I am not a big pretzel lover so take that with a grain of salt. I'd absolutely be back if I didn't live across the country 😭

I love everything about this place! Their ciders are all dry (no super sweet ones here) and so delicious. They also have wine available. We enjoyed their super friendly staff, tasting room, and beautiful patio with plenty of shaded tables. They have yummy snacks, too! We loved the pretzel.

Not a lot of food choices. Menu is mostly cider, just FYI. See food menu pic. Got a flight of three ciders. Good way to check out the large number of ciders available. Our group got a charcuterie board which was $35 with meat added. We ended up getting a bottle of Goldrush Cider $17. It was citrusy and I liked it’s crisp flavor. They only had one person working the kitchen so took quite a while for our food to come out. But with the good company at our table and lots of cider we were having a good afternoon outside. Ordered the tuna sandwich and a grilled pimento cheese sandwich. Both of our sandwiches were very good! I would recommend them as a nice place to eat and have some one of a kind ciders if you are not in a rush!

My wife and I read that Texas Keeper Cider is one of the best Cider brewers in all of Austin. Certainly was a pleasant experience when we tried a flight of nearly all of the ciders available. However, they were all very different cider than we’re used to. Most were quite dry and more champagne like than your average store bought cider, but they were still quite tasty. We also enjoyed the fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Overall, a classy and fun experience.

I don't know how we missed that Texas Keeper Cider was this close to Kyle, but we were in the area after a birthday party and had to stop in. It was early in the day, so the crowds hadn't arrived. We absolutely loved the ambiance, the service, the outdoor area, and the CIDER! Outdoor area has nice lighting, plenty of seating, and a nice casual feel. This would be such a wonderful place to have an event! Plenty of space to relax and enjoy some light nosh and delicious cider. We sat inside with our son who happily ate a Rice Krispy treat which we had their sampler. Honestly, all of them were good. This is not commercial cider; it is craft cider, and you can taste the different flavors and seasons of the apples used in each different kind of cider. I loved learning more about the cider making process, and the different flavor profiles of each cider. I would definitely suggest getting the sampler so you can learn and get to know their ciders. Next, buy at least 3 bottles and get a nice 10% discount! Buy more and get even more of a discount! They even have a monthly or quarterly cider delivery/pickup club! We most likely will sign up for the cider club next week when we stop by again. I can't wait to go during some of their events with live music too! Excellent cider, excellent ambiance, wonderful staff, and an overall fantastic experience at Texas Keeper!

Very cute atmosphere. Family friendly, big outdoor space and quaint indoor space. I'm not big on cider but this cider was delicious. Best of all, the staff was very friendly. Highly recommend!

Cute, cute. I wasn't sure about Cider when we started this visit but I can confidently give the Heritage cider 5 stars. The cheese charcuterie board is so delicious and generously portioned. One of the owners Lindsey was generous with her time and information regarding the ciders and their process. Overall a very nice place to kick back and visit.

First time here and it was a good experience. I learned about this place by passing by. Prior to this, I had never know this place existed or heard of it. Environment: this place is super cute and has tons of seating inside and outside. Food: there is food here but we did not order any. Drinks: The ciders here were good. Staff: The staff was friendly and helpful here.

Came here for a date and I really enjoyed my time here. The cider is pretty strong a good 7% and up on most drinks. It was also really good. I tried one of the newer ciders and it's one of my favorites so far. They even have a vegan cheese board that I loved. It was so good I want to go back just to get more. It's a nice spot tucked away from everything else. There's a good amount of parking and it's really cute. Sitting outside or inside is pretty nice there. And the service is really good. They're attendant to you and the line goes by pretty fast.

What can I say, Texas Keeper Cider is a hidden gem! Seriously I have four friends that all live within 5 minutes of TKC and none of them had been before My first time visiting was for Friends Trivia hosted by Get It Gals....the place was packed, the playlist was great, and everyone had a blast. The Office trivia was outside the next time and was a perfect night under the string lights/ except trivia was super rushed. I might try the general Friday night trivia next time. The charcuterie board was devoured, the frose disappeared despite second rounds, and the bottles of cider were left empty. Luckily you can grab a bottle of blanc, rose, or gold rush to take home. And don't forget you can send TKC as a gift - shipping was easy and fast! Such a nice way to share a little of Texas I'm excited to try their new autumn release and learn more about their small batch production process. It would be nice if they added more staff, expanded their hours, and offered more food options.

I finally made it to Texas Keeper Cidery. The parking lot is plentiful, so no worries there. It is gravel/stone, so not a fan of that as much. They have both inside and outside seating. When I was there on a Sunday afternoon, a band was preparing to play music since they were setting up equipment toward the end of my visit here. My husband and I both got a flight so we could try a variety of their ciders. They also have food available, but so much for people like me who are both gluten and dairy free. Overall, I would come back here again.

Haven't been there yet. But i have friends that have. They say it's pretty kool .. so I must go try it very soon ..

This was the cutest hidden gem. They had cider on tap, and in bottles to enjoy there or take home. It was reasonably priced. Highly recommend the gold rush cider, we took a bottle home we loved it so much. They offer live music and trivia. You were able to walk around the premises where we thought we heard peacocks. We say a bee box on the premises not sure if they harvest their own honey for their boards but I wouldn't doubt it. I will definitely Be returning!

What a wonderful place! My husband and I made a stop after seeing glowing reviews, and I have to agree with all of them. The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable and took their time to talking to us and providing information about their ciders. The grounds are beautiful (and leashed pet friendly), with plenty of space inside and out to enjoy a drink and some snacks. I wish we lived closer, but it'll be worth the drive from Houston if only to come back here.

How have I not reviewed the kind people at this wonderful establishment yet? I so enjoy the the solace of their old farmhouse venue. And the great ciders they serve up certainly do not hurt the wallet or the ambience. It's so relaxing sitting at the picnic tables out among the oaks listening to your favorite band. Strategically placed fans hidden among the trees aid in making the glade that doubles as a stage tolerable even on 90º days. In these seemingly never-ending days of the pandemic, it's also refreshing to see the servers masking up indoors and out. I tend not to venture out too much for exactly that reason, but felt totally safe here even when ordering inside the tap room. Maybe I should keep it a secret, but it's also one of those places you want to share exactly because it is so very special.

We love Texas Keeper Cider! Their tasting room is out a ways from Austin, but is on the most lovely grounds. They often have wonderful live music and their drinks are absolutely perfect for a Texas summer. They are so refreshing. We got one of the picnic baskets and it was full of yummy cheese, sliced meats and bread. Highly recommend! It is worth noting, they do not have a full lunch/dinner menu. They basically have an assortment of DIY charcuterie boards, which we really enjoyed. However, if you go expecting a full dinner you may be disappointed.

Pretty great ciders! Did the tasting. Eat before you go if you are a fatty like me. I wasnt too fond of the food although i love their jellies! Nice outside area ... dogs and children allowed. They also have live music!( but I was just there for the cider‍) Will definitely go again!

The cider, the wine, the live music! What amazing vibes! The staff is friendly and it has some farmhouse style that is warm and comfy. They have a layout showing how sweet items are and let you sample, so you pick the right one! Parking is massive and close to the large lot that houses bee keeper.

My new favorite place in Austin. Love everything about it. It's basically the only Place I ever want to be. If you haven't been yet- get on the ball! The cider is so delicious - nothing is overly sweet and they have a good assortment of dry and well-balanced choices. Their sampler is 9$ for 5 generous pours and is a great way to find the cider you like most. For us it's the rose, but the original is a close second. Your best bet is to purchase a bottle and drink affordably. You even get a discount when you purchase bottles to go (although I'm not sure if that's just at the end of the night - we've closed this place down a few times). We are also big fans of the food. The carrots in a blanket are so yummy and very unique! A must-have. The curried egg salad is a go-to as well. It's made with eggs from their own chickens! They also add pickled veggies on the side which is always a win for me. The location is so spacious and beautiful. Plenary of tables inside and out. Even a great view from one side where you can watch the sunset over the trees. I've enjoyed live music there and loved the tunes they were playing inside.

The ciders are essentially tribute to the apple gods, extremely generously priced, and the cidery is tucked away--makes for a great escape from the city of Austin! Came on a rainy day with some girlfriends after dinner, and we LOVED it. It reminded me of Jester King Brewery because of the fact that it felt very off-road and secluded. If you're driving at night and a little too fast you might miss the entrance, so slow down as your GPS tells you you're near. The stone cobble walkway is so organic and lovely, that it felt like we were entering into a storytale cottage. Upon entering, everything screams wood and warm pinterest vibes. The three of us sat down at their tall barstool table, and started on our flight! What prices! Normally they do 5 for $9, but they tapped out of one of the selections so we did 4 for $7! Such a great price for the variety of ciders. I loved their hefeweizen + cider combo, and the first cider on their flight list (a name I forgot). Everything was so juicy and tasty, would highly recommend coming back. The staff is very knowledgeable, and the lady doing the taptending that night was so sweet and helpful. She trusted that we knew which selection we were on during our flight. She also told us that there are five cideries in all of Austin! So for my cider lovers--let's hit all of them up.

I don't know why it took me so long to get here but now that I've been, I'll be telling everyone about it and making return trips! If you're a fan of Argus Cidery, you'll like this place. I do think Texas Cider Keeper is making cleaner ciders than Argus (nothing was infected or had off-flavors). It's easy to miss the entrance, but it's right next to the cemetery! The outdoor space is very quaint but all Texas and has tons of picnic tables. The tasting room is beautiful with butcher block tables and plenty of seating. We opted for the tasting flight menu which is five 2 oz. pours for $9. Their mainstay Texas Keeper Cider No.1 is dry, refreshing and well balanced. I'm not a fan of sweet ciders, so this was perfect. I also really liked their Grafter Rose -- which is made with Rome apples and some grapes, which gives it the beautiful rose hue. It's also on the drier side, which is nice. Our least fave of the five had to be the Cider Weizen, which had a bit too much coriander (and this is coming from a girl who LOVES coriander and hefeweizen beers). The bartenders were all knowledgeable and really try to give you an explanation of each cider they're pouring (a la a wine tasting). They also have a tempranillo wine on tap because in Texas it all falls under a "fruit fermentation" permit. Apples, wines, it's all the same permit. I'll be making it a point to come here more often, and I would if traffic getting through downtown and south Austin traffic weren't so bad.

Wonderful place! We went on a recommendation while we visited family. The ciders were great, as was the food. The only issue we ran into was that we ordered hummus, and the person taking our order didn't let us know that it didn't come with bread or anything else to eat it with. Considering we had just had a conversation with her about it being our first time there, we're about to present she didn't let us know that important bit of info. Not a big deal, and the person who brought us our food outside asked if we had ordered anything to eat it with and quickly brought us an order of a baguette. Aside from the establishment itself, the vendors selling goods were all friendly and talented, and the other patrons of the establishment were friendly as well. We struck up several conversations with passers-by. I would definitely go back!

Super cute space- so much potential. The guy who was pouring our flights was super nice, we were excited at first to have finally checked this place off the bucket list. However, the ciders weren't that great unfortunately...we would've kept on drinking anyway, just probably ordering the other cider/wine/beer that they stock, not make. We were there on a very dead weeknight- only 3 other people were there, so you'd think they'd welcome more business- but we had to leave because we were told that we couldn't eat the tacos we got from a nearby food truck...if they sold food, I'd understand, and we would've ordered dinner there...but all they sell is super overpriced make it yourself charcuterie items (a whole block of cheese, a whole baguette, etc). The way we were told that we couldn't eat our tacos rubbed me the wrong way and the vibe was just sadly killed, so yeah, we won't be back :/

Very unimpressed with this place. This place has such potential! The set up is super cool and the place has a great vibe. It is a little hard to find and the road is a little rough in their lot. The place was completely empty when we were there. The ciders were all just okay and some were super sour and not great at all. The bartender was the best part of the experience. He was super knowledgeable and so friendly. Probably the biggest downfall and what would definitely bump them to at least a 4 star is their lack of food. There are no food trucks on site, they only sell outrageously priced charcuterie boards, and we found out the hard way, don't allow outside food. We were told after we got food brought to us that it was not allowed. We would have stayed and continue buying product had they allowed us to eat. Rather we sat in their parking lot and ate on our talegates. This place is so out in the middle of nowhere you would think that they would have better food options. They also were not very nice when delivering the news. Needless to say we won't be back.

One year later I returned for their 1st Anniversary Party and release of The Grafter Blanc. For $9.50 (w/fees) your ticket included your admission and 10 oz tulip glass (not the standard 12 oz tulip most breweries sell for $5-6). There were no drink tickets included; all cider and other offerings were for purchase only. Certainly not the best deal in town....a town full of breweries with taproom festivities. The Grafter Blanc is definitely my favorite of their ciders, with the perfect balance of acidity, tartness and dryness.

Wow! So before coming here I always assumed ciders as overly sweet and flavored froo-froo drinks for those who don't like beer. I have never felt so mislead before! Cider is made from apples (no matter what the flavor), and real, legit cider is found here! It isn't overly sweet and there are many different kinds! Some reminded me of wine and a not-so-Sweet cider mixed together. At Texas Keep there is room to bring a large group, or even the dogs or kids to run around. There is a small indoor area with games and a huge outdoor area with room to move about and enjoy the Texas sun (or stars). The people here really enjoy and are PROUD of what they do. They are excited to tell you the story behind the names of the ciders and what they entail. They have seasonals and guest bottles and taps. Normally I would feel gross trying something out of a bottle opposed to tap, but the whole experience was so eye-opening, I didn't care. They told me their 1 bottle of (maybe a 750ml cider) has about 10mg of sugar in it as opposed to he "cider" I knew such as Angry Orchard that has upwards of 50mg PER BOTTLE! Yowza- no wonder they were too sweet! I was definitely iffy about coming here since they didn't serve "regular beer", but I'm definitely glad I stepped out of my comfort zone- and you should, too! Only reason it's not 5 stars- the food "truck" setup (not a truck just a station) was out of food by 6:30p on a Saturday night. We had ordered 1 of the 4 items on the menu for our group to try. When we went back to order our favorites, they claimed they were out of everything and turned around and took 1 more order. Annoying. So we ordered a pizza and left early to meet the delivery man at home. Maybe have more food or more options and we would've stayed until the 9p close.

chill vibes, sweet ciders, great food. all around a serene place to spend a texas day.

We went here with some friends for the first time. It's a beautiful place at night to sit out on the lawn under the string up lights with your dogs and enjoy some cider. The bartender was awesome and more than glad to educate us on all the stuff that goes into making cider. Our friends got this HUGE cheese board that was really well priced too.

I have been a long time fan of Texas Keeper Cider. I love the Tap Room, the grounds, the staff and especially the cider. The cider is dry and they make a wide variety of ciders to appeal to many palates. They have successfully reopened the Tap Room and I decided to have my belated retirement party there. I was able to reserve a space for my large group and the staff was very attentive. If I had one criticism, it would be their food choices. It's now a make your own picnic, and you choose cheeses, meats, and sides. It's not really a charcuterie tray, as they don't prep the plate. The cheeses, meats and bread all need to be sliced. This made eating difficult with a large group. Most of my guests had to leave early so they could go eat somewhere else. I know this new menu makes it easier for the staff, and they are a cidery, not a restaurant, but I miss their old menu. I will still go to Texas Keeper Cider, but may not hang out as long. (Or make sure I eat beforehand!) Overall, it's a beautiful South Austin gem.

I came here last weekend after hearing they were having an event in honor of releasing their Gold Rush cider. It was my first time here and we really enjoyed it. Now, I must admit, I'm a supreme novice when it comes to ciders. The best ones I've had were in Portland and Seattle where ciders are much more common, widely available, and diverse. I also had a couple from New Glarus out of Wisconsin. Here in Austin, it can be hard to find anything other than Ace or maybe a couple of other non craft cider brands which are often way too sweet for my liking. So when I heard of Texas Keeper Cider, I was interested in checking them out. Now, because I'm such a cider novice, I couldn't even tell you if I like cider. I never crave it and even the good ones I've had were not all that memorable to me. Plus, like with the ones from New Glarus, the ABV is way too low for me. At Texas Keeper Cider, we did their 5 cider tasting for $9 which is a great deal and a great chance to try a good variety of their ciders which they all brew right next door. After tasting them, I can't say I'm any closer to liking ciders than I was before, but I'm glad I tried them. My clear favorite was their Cider Noir which is their darkest, most complex, and highest ABV one. The others had some subtle nuanced flavors to them, but mostly reminded me of white wine. That may sound ignorant of me, but again, cider novice here. I was a big fan of the staff, who really know their stuff, and the wonderful space. It would be a great spot to hold an event at and it's somewhere you could comfortably spend hours. They also have board games and even rotating caterers so you can eat while trying their ciders. Additionally, I like that their ciders average over 7% ABV. While, I may have a long way to go in learning about or even enjoying ciders, without a doubt I would say that Texas Keeper Cider is definitely worth checking out.

We enjoyed a quick drive out to TKC on a Sunday. It was awfully hot and there was plenty of shade. We brought our dog too but he could not go inside which was challenging even for ordering. Our favorite cider is the No. 1! There was an event going on that sounded fun so we will definitely check out those options. We did not order food, just did a shared tasting. No one came outside to check on us or offer to pour and tell us about the cider which is common when visiting wineries with our dog and friends. It's a cute little spot for a weekend drive.

Súper cute romantic spot to come with your significant other or girlfriends. The atmosphere is excellent. They had live music on Saturday when we ran into this cute spot. We ordered a flight of cider and had some garlic kettle corn, but regretted not getting the cheese plate because it would have been perfect with the acidity of the cider. Zach, who served us, made our experience more memorable. Definitely a spot to visit when in Austin.

I recently stopped by your venue for the first time & I have to say, it was so delightful that we are planning to return as soon as we can! The cheese board was delicious but the cider was out of the world! Your staff was incredibly friendly and helpful; the customer service was very nice! Until next time!

Out in the middle of nowhere, we found ourselves at this pretty cool cidery taproom. We were looking up things to do while we were in Austin, and we saw this spot. It was a little bit of drive, but worth it. It's a nice cozy spot where you can try various ciders... Both from the cidery and guest ciders. We sat down at a table and decided we all wanted to do the flights. One thing I wasn't really a fan of is you had to get up to get each tasting in the flight. They had two people working behind the bar, but you had to go up there to order. Some of the time you'd have to wait in a line to get your next tasting. Not the biggest deal, but just didn't seem very efficient. We ordered one of the last cheese boards... We were going to order another, but they ran out. All of the ciders were delicious. I especially liked the GoldRush and suggest you try that. I ended up getting a glass of it after my tastings were done. The taproom has board games and the the space is also leashed dog friendly. It was also extremely hot in there, but I've come to the conclusion that Austin and the surrounding areas don't believe in air conditioning... So I dealt. The outdoor space looked like it would be a fun spot to hang when the weather is cooler. You could tell they have live music out there at some times. Definitely something worth checking out once the weather is cooler.

Texas Keeper Cider is outstanding. I think it rivals champagne. I'm excited about the new taproom!

This cidery is unique in that it has the best cider in Austin per dollar. The Cider Noir, Grafter Blanc, and Cider Weizen are all delicious.

I've been here four times and will keep coming back. The location itself is beautiful - plenty of outdoor space surrounded by forest and a valley. The ciders are so much better than what you find in the beer aisle at the grocery store, and they have a surprisingly large selection. During the week, this is a great place for a quiet, relaxing evening. During the weekends, especially when they are hosting a festival or band, it's a different atmosphere (but still great) - lively and fun, a good place for friends to hang out if they're tired of the usual bar scene. The only negative preventing Texas Keeper from five stars is the new food menu. While the ciders are fairly priced, the food is anything but. We ordered a cheese and meat tray for $20 and got a platter with barely enough for one person. When we asked for more crackers, they charged us $2 more. Hopefully, this new menu is still a work in progress and they will make adjustments until it is reasonable.

Super tasty food. Drinks are tops and they have toys for kids in their outdoor area. Seating was nice and the misters keep it comfortable even in the summer heat.

Ciders & atmosphere great. They apparently ran out of cheese & meats the day we were there. Ordered a cheese/meat board and it looked NOTHING like photos! Awful expensive for 2 small pieces of meat, one slice of cheese, 5 small pieces of bread & spreads! Not returning.

We finally made it out this Saturday after having driven by a few times and being curious about it. We arrived about an hour before close which was a bummer because the live music was awesome and they were finishing their set, but we really liked the set up of the place and the cider. Will definitely be back.

They hosted Austin Dog Rescue reunion. I am so glad they did. I didn't know anything about them before the reunion. We had a wonderful time. It is beautiful there. Their product is nice. They had some amazing flowers at the tables. They have a some nice hand made tables. Worth the effort to drive down and have a glass of cider. They have some cheese plates that looked nice. I wish I had found out about them sooner. We will be back soon.

We were wanting to venture out with our 6 week old baby and at first I was going to go to a winery in driftwood but she started getting fussy and google said this was closer. My coworker actually went here before and had good things to say about it and their website says kid friendly so we gave it a whirl, bonus on Saturday they have a food truck outside and this time it was quality seafood so we got some nibbles from there and a tasting flight. We got very generous pours of the featured ciders which were all very different and refreshing and crisp with wonderful explanations of each from the very friendly bartenders. We ended up buying a bottle for the road, they also have regular wine and mead and beer I believe. And they have cider from all over even France and England. Lots of seating inside and outside and a collection of board games to pass the time away. We had a delightful few hours out that we enjoyed with the baby and I would definitely return.

My old neighbors had told me about this cidery, but I had failed to make a trip over there until recently. Those same neighbors asked if my husband and I wanted to meet over there around 7PM on a Sunday; unknowingly, they close at 8PM on Sundays. PLEASE stay open later, especially in the fall! Guys! This place is the absolute cutest! I cannot handle how awesome it is. They have a open gravel area with picnic tables and lights strung from trees. It felt so magical. I also heard that they will have bands play from time to time. Me and the girlfriend went in first while the boys stayed outside with the dogs. We felt terrible when we found out they were closing soon, but everyone there was so friendly and didn't seem to mind. The guy behind the counter was very knowledgeable about all the ciders and actually seemed to care a lot about the process. I enjoyed talking with him for quite a while before making my choice. Everything I tried tasted completely different and wasn't too sweet (*ahem* like some of the other Austin ciderys). My neighbors ordered food, but we were too full. Let me just tell you: that charcuterie board was an amazing deal! Ive been other places and paid double for less. They also ordered the grilled cheese that smelled heavenly. I can't wait to go back! We will definitely show up earlier and grab some food.

Super duper #1 fan. I've only been once but I was highly impressed with their set up. To put it plainly, I am absolutely in love with cider. And I hadn't tried any of their ciders until we came here. The interior is small inside, yet has so much character. When we arrived there was a quartet playing inside, and the bartenders offered up a lot of information for us about their ciders. We went with a couple flights to try them all and really did not dislike a single one of their ciders. My favorites were the No.1 and the GoldRush. There was plenty of outside space in the front and back to find places to hang out underneath the beautiful trees and escape some of the heat. I think it would be difficult to want to hang out here too long in the summer heat, but when the weather cools off again, it will be an enjoyable place to hang outside. I think this would be a great place to have a gathering and I will definitely be back!

Here are five reasons why you should check this place out: First, the place itself reminds me of a well-kept lodge that you might find in someplace like Colorado. Second, the barkeeps are very friendly and conversational. Third, the cider is crisp and not too sweet. The Texas Keeper No. 1 that I sampled (and brought home) was actually quite dry. Fourth, the lot is also home to the Indian-inspired food truck, Puli-Ra, which is reason enough to visit. Fifth. You don't need a fifth reason. Make the trek to Manchaca. You won't be disappointed. See you there!

Love this place right outside of Austin. We live maybe five minutes from here so we were stoked when this taproom opened up. Their cider is the best in town (in my opinion). They're also such nice, knowledgeable people! Their taproom sits on a good amount of land that you can enjoy. It's also dog friendly so bring your pup with. They always have some kind of food truck hanging out for people on Saturdays. I think Friday's also. They're super good about updating their Facebook page so find out there before you head out. Try one of everything they have on tap and then get some bottles to go, because you'll want some more as soon as you get home! Totally a place worth checking out at least once.

Just a 15 minute drive outside of Austin is where we found this great local cidery. They have a good amount of land that would be perfect for a picnic, party, larger get together, etc. Some sort of food truck was set up, but I'm guessing you could also bring your own snacks. Plenty of picnic tables outside to choose from. I also noticed some games and bags equipment set out. The staff was very friendly, helpful, and chatty. We particularly liked the rose cider, but unfortunately they were closing soon and almost completely sold out of it. We paid $7 for 4 2oz tastings, which was more than fair. For those who aren't fans of cider, they also had other beverages available. I ended up getting a glass of wine, while my husband got another cider and we just enjoyed the pleasant afternoon outside.

Love this place. Nestled down a windy road pretty close to South Austin in an old stone house (that used to be a church?) sits an adorable craft cidery with delicious offerings on tap. They also offer other local craft ciders. Well designed with natural materials, casual and cozy, soft natural light and good music. Not fancy or pretentious. They have events and food trucks and guests in their small kitchen on weekends. I've been here several times and have also heard singer songwriters outside. Have brought the kids to play in the expansive yard area and I have noticed it is dog friendly as well. Beautiful trees, rolling landscape and next to a historic cemetery. It's kind of dreamy. I usually get a number one by the glass, it is refreshing, crisp, not sweet, on the dry side. Very drinkable. We usually leave with a chilled unopened bottle of something seasonal or Limited edition. Good prices, excellent quality. Hand made. Small batch. Mom and pop. Do yourself a favor and go relax here!

This place is amazing! They offer flights- 5 or 6 different ciders of 2oz pours. You take the sample, get the run down on what your drinking, and are free to walk/sit/etc and enjoy your sample at your leisure. When you're ready, come back and get your next sample until you're tried your whole flight. I liked this set up for the flights and didn't at the same time. It got pretty busy at one point so we had to wait in line a bit for the next sample. Which was still okay but we were eager to try our delicious next sample. ;) the ciders aren't the super sweet ciders you buy from a can, (i believe their sweetest cider was 14 grams of sugar as opposed to 40) theyre absolutely delicious and the people here were very friendly and knowledgeable. Aside from the delicious drinks, I loved this location. The inside has a warm feeling with wood ceilings and floors throughout and large windows looking out at the gorgeous venue. They have a station for you to get water, as well as sunscreen, bug spray, etc. we enjoyed a gorgeous sunset sitting outside here nestled among the love oak trees. This place is gorgeous enough to be a wedding venue, but has the friendly, low key vibe of a local cider house.

We are visiting Austin for the weekend and found this place on Google. Their ciders are dry, flavorful, and delicious! They are the best of the ciders I have had in Austin (I am a big fan of dry ciders, not the sugary stuff). The taproom and surrounding grounds are absolutely beautiful... Relaxing and peaceful.

This is a great place to bring out of town guests. The 9$ flight is lovely and a bargain. The grounds are beautiful and the staff friendly. You can hang out and play bird games or sit outside on picnic tables. The food is not quite awesome yet, but decent if you want tot munch along with your cider. The ciders are dry dry dry and not gross apple soda tasting like Eastciders (barf). "Stillage" is amazing.

Loved this place. Came on a sunny winter day and it was the perfect place to hang outside, enjoy a flight and play corn hole. The bar tenders were extremely helpful at helping us decide what to select and give us a breakdown of each cider. I'm normally a beef drinker, but the ciders were all complex and had unique flavor profiles. The ciders ranged in taste from sweet to dry and champagne like to dark Belgium beer like. The atmosphere is wonderful.

I love Texas Keeper. A really well kept secret down South. Their ciders are excellent, and they offer their own on draft and for sale in bottles as well as guest taps and bottles. They are very knowledgable about the entire process and it's a real treat to sit at the bar and chat with them. I also suggest purchasing a cheese plate. It's picked by Antonelli's Cheese Shop and comes with spreads and jams that are all local, organic, yadayadayada. Excellent, excellent selections that go very well with their perfect ciders. They have some really exciting events planned for the rest of the summer. I look forward to enjoy their outdoor space when (if) it cools off a bit. Bonus, dog friendly!

This place is quite the growing treasure! I almost don't want to write this because I don't want too many people over crowding this place, but it's just too good not to share! Plenty of outdoor spaces for you and your family to spread out, try some cider, and enjoy some live music. Well worth the trip and time. :-)