Tonight was the second time we've been in here and even though I love some of the drinks, and the establishment itself is super cute, I don't think I'll ever be back because of how rude the woman at the counter has been both times. I've tried asking questions about the beverages, the food situation, and recent events and anything I ask has been met with nothing but a horrible attitude and short unhelpful answers. Super disappointing because it doesn't look like that's been other people's experience but not feeling like giving it another shot after this. read more

Love this little place...I always get the flight of whatever is in season. Their house fizzy water is good too. Great little spot!

The atmosphère is very cool. It would be cooler if they offered wine along with cider and mead. There's the brew lab next door, for beer drinkers, and they sort of share a patio area. When I was there, there was a great food truck and a live band. I've lived here for years and had never been. I'm so excited we have a new venue for live music. You can also get empanadas from a place near by. The crowd was really mellow, kid and dog friendly. Although, maybe keep the pups at home on live music nights because it got pretty loud and some pups seemed a bit terrified. There were also a few dogs off leash, which is never safe. Other than the dogs off leash, I think this place is great and I'll definitely be back. read more

Wasn't sure what to expect. I love a cold, big beer. Ciders and meads. Not normally our thing. I'm coming around to ciders but meads, I was skeptical. Probably going to suck. What the hell? Yelpers seem to love it. And dang it, they're right. Flight of 6 for $22 sounds a bit much but they are good sized tasters. This stuff is apparently not easy to make in abundance so I was happy to pay and explore new alcoholic beverages. They offer full pours but we had to try more. "The Darkest Flower." This mead me a believer. So good. I hope they have that on tap always. I will order it every time. Multiple times. The ciders were good. 2/3 were great. I just can't stop thinking of that mead. The tasting room is small and quaint. Decent crowd on hand playing card games, drinking, or trying to corral the local dog that wanders the room. Worth a visit. We'll be back. read more

Apiary - Flight of 6 $22 - Breweries Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Such a gem of a place! Brilliant concept, so yummy! Have been there twice (to bring different friends to do a "flight" with me). Both times it was fully enjoyable, great vibe, and super nice person behind the bar. I want to go back and try to empanadas delivered from the place next door! read more

I love this place! Their decor is SO CUTE and their drinks are amazing. I highly recommend their satsuma! Everything I tried here was delightful. I took home a growler of satsuma and I can't wait to share it with friends! read more

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A fun little meadery/cidery/kombucha-y in Carpenteria! Yes, Google Maps took you to the right place. It's in the middle of a business park, but the interior makes you totally forget that fact! We tried *almost* everything available, and boy we enjoyed it all!! Who knew mead could be good. Turns out, it's good! Jun (green tea kombucha) was also a neat experience beyond the regular black tea kombucha we're used to. Not a favorite, but tasty! The guy working behind the bar was extremely pleasant, hospitable, helpful, and informative. The entire vibe was laid back and chill (a welcomed mood after a few rambunctious cideries), with fun conversation had by all! We got a bottle to go, and for sure will be back to refill it! read more

You know those days when it just gets into your head that you need a good Noggin' of Mead! We all have them perhaps while reading the Hobbit or Beowulf. It is after all the "Drink of the Gods". But in our sleepy little hamlet where does one go? Now we have the Apiary!!! And bonus that it isn't just Mead either! They also serve a gaggle of Ciders! WooHoo!! Went there yesterday, it was a quick stop on the way to Ventura, and it was kind of an accident. I was actually looking to grab a beer at BrewLab and I pulled over knowing I was close, found myself smack dab in front of the Apiary. Apiary makes the most delicious Meads! their recipes are creative and each one has a distinct flavor. It is impossible to pick a favorite. This is a family-run business and they are passionate about what they serve! My guess is that for most of you reading this you will find The Apiary to be the BEST Mead House you have ever experienced! read more

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Rachna was super knowledgeable and nice. She was very patient with all of my questions. They have jun and gluten free beverages. The jun was tasty. The ambience is great. Nice place for a date. You can get stuff on tap in a bottle to take home if you like. They have empanadas on Friday and Saturday around 5pm. Note: currently don't habe anything really sweet but check in because who knows for the future. read more

Apiary - lovely ambiance - Breweries Near Me - Carpinteria, California

It's cool we have a place like this in carp! Mead and cider on tap. Flights are available to sample 6 different ones together. Nice to share with someone to help decide which you like best. Last time I was here I had the lavender one. So good! They make small batches,so they no longer have that one....they do have one called "alfalfa" at the moment 7.9%. I really like it! Give this place a shot when your around. Also there is a brewery next door if you feel like hopping to the next place after. Nice mellow music in the background. (Fleet foxes, I think) read more

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Love this place. Visit Carp a few times a year from Az. Always stop by once or twice per trip. read more

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Such a fan of this place! Lately their best drink has been out (Drink Your Flowers) really hoping it comes back soon because it is absolutely amazing. Pre-Covid they had done super cute things with the tiny space in here and it was great. Definitely a place to try if you're in the area. A little pricey but worth it! read more

This is a small but exceptionally quaint and adorable place !! Who knew you could fit so much personality into here. Patio had live music that was great. Candice absolutely completed if not held together the entire experience!!! She was not only knowledgeable, friendly, but was able to juggle greeting, guiding, serving, cleaning tables and washing dishes along with closing everyone out!! I honestly thought she was an owner by the way she carried herself !! If me and the hubby should be in the area again, this is a must do !! read more

We stopped by Apiary for a quick business meeting since my friend loves the place and recommend us. I'm not a mead drinker. Expect it to taste sweet since it's fermented from honey but more like sour tangy cider flavors.. overall it was a nice experience but I probably won't be back. The decoration is really cute and rustic. They use high end ingredients like organic apples. Friendly staff read more

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Great drinks, friendly staff, and beautiful decor! You can bring in food, and they even have a "pizza phone" for ordering food. They offered local ciders, mead, and hard kombucha! Highly recommend! read more

Such an incredible experience here! We will absolutely be back. The sweetest place with the best beverages.

Boom! This place really rocks. Sure there are a ton of great beer joints and wine joints all over the central coast, we're spoiled for choice around here and that's a nice problem to have. But! Sometimes, you just want something a little different. And here it is at the Apiary. I'd never had mead before and I've go to say, I'm quite a fan. I tired a board with all their meads and I had a seriously tough time just deciding which one was the greatest! :-) Cider wise, I was floored by the various and varied flavors these guys are getting from their fruits. Just can't say enough about this place and I can't wait to get back there. Heck folks, look at all the damn 5 star reviews, this place is killing it like very few places ever have. Get in before the line is around the block :-) read more

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What a surprise. Happened upon this gem and can't wait to return. Beautiful presentation and beautiful drinks. I was beyond impressed with my tasting and ended up buying a growler. I had the bartender choose and liked everything I tasted. Go visit. You won't be disappointed. read more

Once in a long while I stumble on something that I previously wished existed. Have been reading about mead and traditional brews that include herbs and live cultures, making a magical junction between recreational alcohol and traditional medicinal goodness... This place actually makes them!!! They just opened a few months ago and are run by an herbalist and a brew dude. Every one of the nine concoctions on tap blew me out of the water. Delicious, exotic, dramatically different from each other, intoxicating... Just go if you are a fan of beer, wine, cider, new things, old things, forgotten things... I hope they eventually add some type of snack or food, but even if they don't it'll be a five star spot. read more

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The Apiary has one location but the west coast would be improved greatly if there were more locations. This is the ideal crunchy-mom-hang out. I love that my kids can hang out in their back lot, play with their word magnets, board games, or on their chalkboard while I catch up with friends and relax. Service is lovely and genuine and pricing is reasonable. Their mead is AMAZING. My favorites are "self care" and "taste the flowers." Honestly this is such a hidden treasure. Enjoy! read more

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We've been going to apiary for years now and it has become our go to spots during the weekends. Small, quaint, and personable place. The flavors are creative and if you are a big fan of mead, sours, hard tea/kombucha you will enjoy it. Best of all we love supporting local business and farms. Cheers! read more

Great little place (kind of hard to find at first). I've never had mead before and I really enjoyed the tasting flight. The service was great too. We also ordered empanadas and they were delicious!! read more

Cute little spot in Carpinteria. I tried mead for the first time and it was such a great experience! The pop up pizza was delish (Hi Fi Pizza Pi) and the ambiance was chill with the music. Staff was friendly and the place was clean. Would definitely go again. read more

Love, Love this spot. It's amazing- mellow and calm with absolutely the best Kombucha. Also Jun, Mead and hard cider. Hard to find a tasting room like this- while the rest of the world is obsessed with craft IPA, that's great if that's your thing, this place is for the rest of us that are looking for an alternative- This is your answer- hard kombucha and Jun and some great hard cider that's not too sweet. I wish other breweries would take note. I Come here every time I visit Carp and now they have some of their product in cans! So I can take it home with me. read more

Apiary - A can of JUN to go - Breweries Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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I recently discovered The Apiary yesterday and I fell in love with Drink Your Flowers - a refreshing, light, and pretty in pink drink. Plus, this place is super cute - rustic, natural woods, soft colors, etc. read more

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The best mead I have had in my life. So much variety! Their list is constantly shifting - so order a flight! Some are dry, some are effervescent and citrusy-sweet, and some are malty or sour. As a rule, if it has avocado honey order it. If it has hops added in - order it. Each time I come in, I find three new meads and ciders to fall in love with. The single negative thing about Apiary is that of course the varieties run out and are replaced, so you can never have the exact same thing again. Yes, the interior is very hipster-cool, but hey, it works! As a beekeeper, I love the bee-box bar, the hive sideboard flights... all the little details. It's a beautiful place that they put a lot of work into making. And hey, ever wondered if empanadas pair well with mead? Come on a Friday or Saturday night, and find out. They have Che Empanadas making some of the best in CA out back. He is always a delight to talk to, and makes divine chimichurri. Apiary is a good experience, every time. I come here once or twice a month from Goleta, and it is worth the drive without fail. The folks working there are kind and exude positivity. They work so hard to maintain a beautiful, spirited little slice of happiness. read more

Everything they make is incredible- all of their meads and ciders are just about the best drinks I've had, anywhere. Maybe you've had mead or cider before and thought "meh"; the Apiary will absolutely make you change your mind. I don't live near Carpinteria anymore so I'm thankful they ship, but when the storefront is open it's a great atmosphere to sit and have a flight to try whatever is in season - figure out what you like best, and bring a bottle home. The owners are often around too and are very kind. read more

Well I have been here now probably 20 times and I only discovered this place a few months ago. Luckily being positioned in Carpinteria I have been able to use this venue as a meeting place between my LA and Santa Barbara friends it is truly a gem local Kombucha brewery with innovatively delicious flavors such as Drink Your Flowers, Self-Care, and Original Jun. Each special brew using a locally sourced honey from the Santa Barbara region. I think this last detail is what makes the kombucha so special. After being a few times I believe it's only a matter of time before the apiary expands to a larger space as it is always jampacked full of people. On weekends there are also options for food available although I have never ventured to try any of the food offerings other than the Hippy Pop ( shoutout to another SB favorite ever snack!). If Carpinteria is on your way home I definitely recommend giving the apiary a try it is Carpinteria's best kept secret! read more

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The inside of the Apiary is a sweet beehive of white stained wood giving the small space a rustic, intimate feel, as if it were tucked away somewhere in Humboldt County rather than inside of a building with a chilly corporate facade. The Jun and Mead menus are both creative and varied with tasters available for each offering. My first drink was the Satsuma mandarin Jun which exploded in my mouth with mandarin flavor. My friends were all equally impressed--I sampled so many of the offerings that I woke up in a haze the next morning, glad that someone else drove us home. read more

Amazing. I love this place so much. Ciders and meads are botanical based, light and fresh. Any time I'm in the area we have to come here. Was unlike any mead I'd ever had before (most of the others I've tried tasted like Vicks or children's cough syrup). I pretty much only drink cider when I'm here. I love it, give them a try. Empanadas next door when I went. So good. read more

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This place is so wonderful. All of the flavors are delicious, and the aesthetic is pretty and very chill. We ordered some pizza from down the street which is a nice bonus that you can bring in food from outside. Kristen was the manager when we came in and she was so nice and very fun to chat with. Highly reccomend! read more

Finally got to try this place and what a gem! Super cute inside and the ciders are so great, I got the pink lady cider and tried a few of mead drinks as well. Everything was delicious, even though I'm not the biggest fan of honey flavor, they are very pleasant and drinkable. Other than that, I don't know what else to add...service was very friendly (super cute dog there as well), prices are good, parking is good, and I can't wait to come back! read more

This place is just so cool. Commitment to local sourcing is phenomenal and the ferments are delicious! Do yourself a favor and check this place out! read more

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Very nice place. Calm atmosphere and good drinks. They have some games that you can play which is always nice. And they don't have food, but you can bring your own or order a pizza. The bartender was very friendly and I'd certainly be back if I'm ever in the area again. read more

Fantastic Mead tasting, and great vibes. Make sure you try Gaviota spring 16'. I would totally go back again. read more

Apiary - Best Mead on the west coast :) - Breweries Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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Super cute place. Love the vibe. The staff was nice. The hard kombucha and mead were delicious

Gorgeous interior decor with old timey vibes & wooden walls + a piano! Next door to 'Brew Lab' so it's perfect combo Go get your mead and cider on! read more

First time ever trying mead and it was so great at Apiary! Such a hip spot with great flavor, I'm SO happy we made it out there. A few people in our group even bought growlers which is such a great take away. Hand crafted heaven in a beautifully decorated space. We even had a silly piano duet which sounded awful, but was so fun! Thank you for putting up with our silly group on Saturday! We all loved it read more

Apiary - All so yummy! - Breweries Near Me - Carpinteria, California

I have to say I'm more of a beer drinker, until I was introduced to mead, honey brewed along with some hops Creates a party in your mouth, it's full of flavor! A must try if you haven't. And if your a wine or cider drinker it's definitely a place for you. read more

Apiary - Breweries Near Me - Carpinteria, California

This place was amazing. The ambiance is pretty and comfortable. The mead and ciders are delicious. All different but all yummy. The owners, who are always there, are so nice and informative. I really enjoyed myself. If you're in Carpinteria on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, this place is a must! read more

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